The Positive Birth Book: A New Approach to Pregnancy, Birth and the Early Weeks

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It’s an easy read that offers insight not only into pregnancy and birth, but also on those early days of motherhood. This is a great book to help reassure any first-time mum about the subject of labour and any anxiety around the baby’s due date. Give you a framework for deciding on the best caregivers and support people to help you work through any ‘crisis of confidence’ during labour Pam England makes good use of art therapy and creative visualisation. The book is also full of photographs and fascinating artwork and illustrations. Childbirth Books #5: Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin New Active Birth contains a forward by the late Sheila Kitzinger, and an introduction by world famous obstetrician, Doctor Michel Odent. Three birth all-stars in one book! Our groups are designed to help support girls aged 10-12 as they enter puberty and embark on their teenage years. We want to help make growing up for girls stronger, safer and better supported and all the things in your book fit perfectly with our mission. We help girls to learn about the changes that puberty brings, find mentors, learn from inspirational women and loads more, and your book is in perfect synergy with our work. Thank you for writing such a great book for all the girls out there who need this information in a clear and friendly format.”

So, here they are, my 10 recommended childbirth books for birth. If you’ve read any of these, let us know what you thought in the comments section at the end of the article! Childbirth Books #1: Birth With Confidence By Rhea Dempsey A zip file with all 98 icons individually as jpg files, which you can drop into Word documents, etc. The Day-by-Day Pregnancy Book (Dr Maggie Blott ed.): The best pregnancy book for daily expectations and personal experiences

Help you identify your own attitude to pain (your ‘pain type’) and what it will mean for your birth To feel more empowered during pregnancy, and to ensure that you’re really taking your pregnancy into your own hands, read this book by Rebecca Fett. You and your partner will have a better understanding of your baby’s brain development during pregnancy, alongside many other issues from the use of vitamins right through to your baby’s first year.

I really like it because it’s about how to love and respect your body. My favourite bit is about making a period kit. I’ve already asked my mum to put in a treat and a special note for when I get my first period.” If simplicity is what you’re looking for, this book is broken down into three simple sections: Pregnancy, Birth and Afterwards. Let’s face it, up-to-date, unbiased information and advice is what mums-to-be crave the most during pregnancy, and this book provides all that and more.

I was initially excited about reading this book, when asked to review it. However, it took a while to work through because I personally found it somewhat triggering. The book definitely has some very valid points and excellent tips for recovery. However it is not a one size fits all and depending on where your trauma stems from this book may not be right for you. Help you understand how our current birth culture can undermine your attempts at normal birth and the steps you can take to make sure it doesn’t

Hypnobirthing: Practical Ways To Make Your Birth Better, by Siobhan Miller: The best pregnancy book for hypnobirthing AND – you can now take an online course with Milli herself to help you build your Visual Birth Plan! Find out more: There’s already enough to complete on your neverending to-do list before the baby arrives, and the last thing you want is an overload of information that could leave you more confused than before. Anxiety can take over at any time, which is why we recommend reading Anna Mathur’s Mind Over Mother during pregnancy. This book is aimed at helping mothers get a better understanding of mental health during pregnancy, before meeting their new bundle of joy. What to Expect When You’re Expecting, by Heidi Murkoff: The best pregnancy book for month-by-month coverage Featuring real-life stories, the latest Australian statistics and opportunities for guided personal reflection, Birth with Confidence provides the knowledge and practical advice that women need for the best chance of normal birth in today’s birth culture.

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In addition, we consider the topics covered and evaluate the accuracy of the information contained within each book. We also consider how easy the books are to read and understand. Finally, we confirm the length and available formats of each product. Clear, compelling and convincing…Milli Hill’s exploration of childbirth as central feminist issue is a must-read” Her investigation into the changes in the brain of the parent who is the primary carer, either male or female, to accommodate caring for a helpless child is eye-opening. The fact that mothers carry in them a part of their baby's DNA for the rest of their lives is amazing.