The Positive Birth Book: The bestselling guide to pregnancy, birth and the early weeks

The Positive Birth Book is a must-have guide for pregnant women, challenging negativity and fear of childbirth and providing essential information about labor, birth, and the early weeks of parenting. It has empowered hundreds of thousands of women worldwide to make informed, positive choices about their births and is now fully revised and updated. The book offers a visual birth plan icons, as well as valuable information on pain, choices, rights, breastfeeding, and caesarean sections. New for this edition include tips for planning a positive birth in difficult times, choosing where to have your baby, exercise in pregnancy, breastfeeding, and your rights in pregnancy and birth. The book is written in a warm and witty style, and has received rave reviews from women who have found it life-changing.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 328 pages
Publication date: 26 May 2022
Publisher: Pinter & Martin Ltd.

The Positive Birth Book is a comprehensive guide for pregnant women, challenging negativity and fear surrounding childbirth and providing essential information about labor, birth, and the early weeks of parenting. Since its first publication, it has become a widely acclaimed bestseller, empowering hundreds of thousands of women worldwide to make informed, positive choices about their births.

In this newly revised and updated edition, you will gain valuable insights on how to plan for the kind of birth you desire and maximize your chances of achieving it. The book features trademark Visual Birth Plan icons that can be downloaded for free to help you create a personalized birth plan for every eventuality. Written in Milli Hills' warm and witty style, the book covers a wide range of topics, including the truth about pain, the actual experience of giving birth, your choices and rights in the birth room, optimal cord clamping, postnatal mental health, breastfeeding, and positive, gentle caesarean.

Whether you plan to have your baby in a hospital, a birth center, at home, or by elective caesarean, this essential, non-judgemental guide will show you how to raise your expectations and have the best possible birth experience.

New for this edition:

How to plan for a positive birth in challenging times: A reworked chapter that provides guidance on navigating difficult circumstances during pregnancy and birth.

Choosing where to have your baby: A comprehensive section that offers insights on selecting the optimal location for your birth based on your preferences and circumstances.

What you need to know about exercise in pregnancy: A chapter featuring Charlie Launder, author of "Bumps and Burpees," providing valuable tips and advice on staying active during pregnancy.

Top tips for breastfeeding from Amy Brown, author of "The Positive Breastfeeding Book": Practical advice and strategies for successful breastfeeding.

A new section on your rights in pregnancy and birth: Authored by Bashi Hazard of the Human Rights in Childbirth International Lawyers Network, this section provides essential information about your legal rights and protections during pregnancy and childbirth.

Essential information about your pelvic floor, core, and postnatal incontinence: Authored by Nikki Bergen, creator of the Bel, this section offers valuable insights and exercises to support your pelvic health and prevent incontinence after birth.

The Positive Birth Book is a valuable resource for every pregnant woman, offering comprehensive information, guidance, and inspiration to help you have a positive and fulfilling birth experience. Whether you are a first-time mom or a seasoned parent, this book will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need to navigate the journey of pregnancy and childbirth with confidence and joy.

Weight: 562g
Dimension: 155 x 234 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781780667652
Edition number: 2 ed