Labour Birth

Now, in audio for the first time, The Birth Partner remains the definitive guide to helping a woman through labor and birth. The Birth Partner includes thorough information on preparing for labor and knowing when it has begun; normal labor and how to help the woman every step of the way; epidurals and other medications for labor; pitocin and other means, including natural ones, to induce or speed up labor; non-drug techniques for easing labor pain; and more.

Four Women Fight for the Right to Life and Love Love Charm by Cynthia Hickey Ozark Mountains, 1868 Bound by a common bond of wanting to help the Missouri hill people they’ve grown to love, Phoebe Hudson, socialite-turned-midwife, and Luke Morris, the schoolteacher, find themselves mediators in...

THE INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER ‘Birth Vibes shows new mums what to expect with humour, heart and honesty.’ – Ina May Gaskin From a labour and delivery nurse who has supported thousands during labour, Birth Vibes is the steady, empowering guide to feeling informed, heard and...

Drawing upon her 40-plus years of experience, Ina May Gaskin, the nation's leading midwife, shows the benefits and joys of physiological childbirth by showing women how to trust the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience. Ina May's Guide to Childbirth gives expectant mothers comprehensive information on everything from the all-important mind-body connection to how to give birth without technological intervention-as well as how to know when such intervention is necessary.

All expecting mothers have an innate capacity to give birth safely and naturally, but it's easy to be distracted by stories of traumatic births and a deep anxiety that you won't be in control. Experienced doula and Active Birth associate Nicole Croft takes the fear out of labour and childbirth in this empowering and practical guide. Full of wise advice and simple skills to prepare you mentally and physically, Nicole tells you everything you need to know to ensure you have a very positive experience giving birth, whether you labour naturally or require medical intervention.

The ultimate guide to feeling informed and empowered The rate of caesarean births is rising, yet too many women receive little to no support or information about them. This book is a practical, comprehensive guide that will arm you with everything you need to feel fully confident and empowered...

An empowering, unbiased guide and essential toolkit for pregnancy, labour, birth, breastfeeding and your baby’s first year by GP and TV presenter, Dr Sara Kayat. “I LOVE this book – it’s everything you need to know when having a baby, but delivered in the warmest, funniest and most...

Master mindful breathing to conquer prenatal anxiety, prepare for childbirth, and soothe your nervous system for sleep. When morning sickness, physical discomfort, and the mental load of impending motherhood feel overwhelming, this reassuring audio guide offers a reliable anchor. Discover how...

Essential, empowering medical information and advice to help you prepare for your labor and delivery journey—from a leading OB-GYN and social media educator. “Your most pressing, and often unspoken, questions about birth, finally answered by a doctor who listens.”—Jen Hamilton, BSN, RN...

Transform pregnancy anxiety into grounded empowerment with evidence-based childbirth tools. Whether you are navigating a first-time pregnancy, battling deep-seated birth fears, or seeking a calming voice for your daily commute, this audio companion offers an emotionally safe space. By...

In Holy Labor, Aubry G. Smith presents a richly scriptural exploration of common conceptions about pregnancy and childbirth that will not only help mothers and soon-to-be mothers understand how to think biblically about birth, but also walks them through how to put the ideas into practice in...

Master pelvic anatomy and labor positions to transform pregnancy anxiety into an empowering childbirth experience. Whether you are planning an unmedicated home birth or a hospital delivery with an epidural, understanding how your baby navigates the birth canal is your greatest tool. Listen as...

Experienced doula, Lindsey Bliss, shows you how to prepare physically and mentally for every element of having a child, from pregnancy to fourth trimester in The Doula’s Guide to Empowering Your Birth. Lindsey Bliss, who has assisted as a doula at hundreds of births and is herself a mother of...

Bloomsbury presents Age of Hope by Richard Toye, read by Charles Armstrong. “The clue to our future lies in our past and Toye has winkled it out with elegant and devastating precision.” Chris Bryant, MP for Rhondda WAS THE ATTLEE GOVERNMENT OF 1945 REALLY THE GOLDEN PERIOD OF LABOUR POWER?...

The world is filled with mixed messages about pregnancy. Popular books and well-meaning family and friends offer you unsolicited advice about what to expect and how to stay healthy―sometimes resulting in joy and excitement but other times leading to discouragement and fear. The Bible, too, has...

Turn third-trimester anxiety into grounded childbirth preparation using evidence-based coping tools for expectant parents. Build deep body awareness and emotional readiness to navigate labor stages, hospital routines, and sudden birth plan changes with complete confidence. Whether you are...

'Davina’s new book is EVERYTHING you need to know about giving birth…this is basically a bible’ Alex Jones on The One Show Birthing is your honest, expert guide to pregnancy, birth and beyond, featuring everything you need to feel informed, supported and empowered. In Birthing, Davina...

This guided meditation is designed to support a calm, confident, and natural childbirth experience through deep relaxation, breath awareness, and positive mental conditioning. Whether this is your first pregnancy or you're seeking a more empowered birth experience, this meditation helps you reduce fear, ease tension, and build trust in your body's natural ability to give birth. Research shows that fear and tension can intensify discomfort during labor.

Empower your journey into motherhood with grounding, science-backed strategies to conquer labor anxiety and truly thrive. Whether you are tuning in during your morning commute or resting before delivery, this reassuring audio companion offers calm support for expectant parents. Navigate from...

A practical, expert-led, straight-talking guide to exercising during pregnancy and post-birth. Staying active during pregnancy and the postpartum period has vast physical and mental health benefits, but it’s also a subject that’s fraught with fear, myths, and misinformation. We’re told by...