Elizabeth Allen loves taking care of people. In the 28 years she's worked as a registered nurse, 20 of those have been dedicated to caring for women journeying through childbirth. Elizabeth is passionate about good care and has spent many years transferring her love of patient care to both students and nurses.
Elizabeth brings a well-travelled, common sense perspective to her book. Having experienced birth in some of the most unique corners of the globe, she understands the challenges of birth in a way that few Americans can. From the deserts of the Middle East, to the highlands of Eastern Africa, Elizabeth has cared for women surrounded both by modern technology and deep poverty. She's delivered babies for the Bedouin and taught midwifery students in Southeast Asia. Her global travels have not only enriched her life, but have taught her to appreciate the gifts available to those of us in North America.
Elizabeth currently teaches nursing part-time at a private university, and works part-time in the hospital setting. On sunny days, she escapes from the bustle of the city and wanders in the beauty of the Pacific Northwest mountains.