Pregnancy & Childbirth

Oxytocin, or the 'hormone of health and life', is a hugely important substance for pregnancy, birth and breastfeeding - working in a woman's body and brain to make changes during pregnancy, optimise labour, increase milk production and support bonding...

Birth In Focus offers the reader a chance to see birth made real. Water birth, breech birth, twin birth, Caesarean birth - all are shown in 'photo stories', with accompanying text written both by the woman and her midwife, and sometimes also the partner...

Upbeat and informative, Gaskin asserts that the way in which women become mothers is a women's rights issue, and it is perhaps the act that most powerfully exhibits what it is to be instinctually human. Birth Matters is a spirited manifesta showing us...

A yoga instructor who has taught such celebrities as Madonna and Cindy Crawford outlines a program of yoga-based meditation and exercise to promote a healthy pregnancy and delivery, offering additional anecdotes and inspirational advice for couples...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780992351601Author Melissa J BruijnFormat PaperbackPage Count 560Imprint Birthtalk.OrgPublisher Birthtalk.OrgWeight(grams) 848gDimensions(mm) 234mm * 156mm...

This book outlines symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction, and shows you how to fix them. What is pelvic organ prolapse - which 50% of women will experience - and can it be prevented? Urinary incontinence is treatable with physio. Women on average...

There is currently a huge resurgence of interest in genealogy and in searching out one's roots. People are keen to delve back to early civilisations from which family ancestors came, hence the fascination with all things Celtic. Drawn from legend, place...

'Full of stuff I wish I'd known. Should be on every mother's bedside table.'- Emma Redding, Buggyfit Founder Pregnancy and birth can stretch our bodies to their limit and beyond. Incontinence, birth injuries and birth traumas have been a taboo topic...

Many women know, and research confirms, that having an experienced female birth companion, who is neither a health professional nor a part of their social circle, can have a tangible positive effect on their experience of childbirth. Why Doulas Matter...

Pippa Vosper tragically lost her son Axel in 2017, when she was five months pregnant, and has since written about miscarriage and baby loss online and in a series of pieces for Vogue. Beyond Grief: Navigating the Journey of Pregnancy and Baby Loss is the...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780992272609Author Dr Koa WhittinghamFormat PaperbackPage Count 242Imprint Pivotal PublishingPublisher Pivotal PublishingWeight(grams) 323gDimensions(mm)...

In The Garden of Fertility, certified fertility educator Katie Singer explains how easy it is to chart your fertility signals to determine when you are fertile and when you are not. Her Fertility Awareness method can be used to safely and effectively...

The most remarkable natural childbirth technique to have been developed in decades. Marie Mongan takes the pregnant woman through the techniques and philosophy of a new form of gentle, natural birthing. Drawing on self-hypnosis, guided imagery and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781948802581Author Carroll CrawfordFormat PaperbackPage Count 76Imprint Innovative PressPublisher Innovative PressWeight(grams) 154gDimensions(mm) 216mm *...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781035855896Author Annie HumphrisFormat PaperbackPage Count 516Imprint Austin Macauley PublishersPublisher Austin Macauley Publishers

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR MOTHER'S DAY!Look at the front cover of any parenting book and what do you see? Glowing mothers-to-be, or pristine, beautifully-behaved children. But the reality is, your pregnancy might be a sweaty, moody rollercoaster, and your...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780952565499Author Althea HaytonFormat PaperbackPage Count 280Imprint Wren PublicationsPublisher Wren PublicationsWeight(grams) 307g

Embarking on IVF - or any assisted fertility treatment - can be a very demanding and stressful experience, but the right physical, nutritional and emotional support can lessen these stresses and strains and increase your chances of success. In Zita...

Discover the natural strength of the female body, awaken your inner power and enjoy a happy, healthy, confident pre and postnatal experience with this inspiring, stereotype-shattering book.In The StrongLikeMum Method, pre and postnatal fitness expert and...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781592403622Author Jill StammFormat PaperbackPage Count 352Imprint Gotham BooksPublisher Gotham BooksWeight(grams) 1gDimensions(mm) 203mm * 133mm * 21mm

Featured on BBC Radio 2 and BBC Radio 5 Live Selected as one of the Independent's 10 best pregnancy books for expectant parents Birth is a feminist issue. It's the feminist issue...

Many mothers and those who support them do not know that they can experience negative emotions associated with breastfeeding. In modern society breastfeeding is often used - problematically - to exemplify myths about motherhood and maternal love, and is...

You may feel like you can't possibly be any closer with your young child, but the truth is, you can--through sign language.The gift of signing helps children communicate well before they have the verbal ability to do so. Whether you have a young child...

In Breastfeeding made Easy renowned paediatrician and father-of-three Carlos Gonzalez, author of Kiss Me! How to raise your children with love and My Child Won't Eat!, brings his warmth and positivity to a subject close to his heart: breastfeeding. In...

The Happy Vagina shines a light on both the unique and sometimes awkward facts about everything gynaecological, creating an open dialogue for all sexes and generations. "A fierce and fabulous celebration of women. Mika's straight-talking,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780228836209Author Jennifer RobertsonFormat PaperbackPage Count 192Imprint Tellwell TalentPublisher Tellwell TalentWeight(grams) 227gDimensions(mm) 216mm *...

Breastfeeding may be natural, but that doesn't mean it's easy. Due to a combination of cultural, social, and economic factors, only 74 percent of women breastfeed at the time of hospital discharge, and after six months, that number dwindles to 32 ...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781641528405Author Dr Elizabeth CherevatyFormat PaperbackPage Count 196Imprint Rockridge PressPublisher Rockridge PressWeight(grams) 363gDimensions(mm)...

Supporting Sucking Skills in Breastfeeding Infants, Fourth Edition is an essential resource for healthcare professionals working with new mothers and infants. Using a multidisciplinary approach, it incorporates the latest research on infant sucking and...

When Sophie Wright, an outstanding chef with a passion for healthy and delicious food, found out she was pregnant, she decided to make it her mission to create easy, nutrient-packed and great-tasting recipes to enjoy during pregnancy. In this brilliant...

Navigate the unexpected in pregnancy with the New York Times bestselling author of CRIBSHEET Half of us might experience complications during pregnancy. Conditions such as pre-term birth, pre-eclampsia, miscarriage and postpartum depression can be...

Your Baby Skin to Skin gives parents a fresh, empowering approach to parenting. It takes parents on a reassuring and practical journey through your baby's first year. You are invited to contemplate your baby from a different perspective from the usual...

'An important, fascinating and frequently shocking read.' - BERNARDINE EVARISTO, author of Girl, Woman, OtherCovering a fascinating period of population growth, high infant mortality and deep social inequality, rapid medical advances and pseudoscientific...

A beautiful, classic book to be given as a special christening gift. The themed arrangement of Bible passages and classic prayers makes this a book to be used and enjoyed by the child when they are old enough. The book also includes a keepsake element...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781930775763Author James J McKennaFormat PaperbackPage Count 288Imprint Platypus Media LLcPublisher Platypus Media LLc

'An absolute treasure trove on women's physical and mental postnatal health' Milli Hill, author of Give Birth Like A Feminist and The Positive Birth Book 'Brilliant' Clover Stroud 'Essential reading for all parents to be' Marina Fogle 'Helpful,...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781569753101Author Michael KingFormat PaperbackPage Count 96Imprint Amorata PressPublisher Amorata PressWeight(grams) 195g

WINNER OF THE HEALTH & WELLBEING AWARD FOR BEST HEALTHY COOKBOOK 2022! A healthy, happy family is grown around the kitchen table. Social media's favourite foodie father Adam Shaw shares his delicious, budget-friendly recipes to take you from...

Do bottle fed babies sleep better and feed longer than breastfed babies? Are modern formula milks as good as breastmilk? Are breastfed babies woozies that want picking up all the time? And is it really easier and more convenient to bottle-feed? Many...

Take control of your hormones and feel happier and healthier, with this practical guide to re-balancing your body and getting your life back on track____________Hormones play a crucial role in our health and well-being, yet few of us understand the toll...