Nadine Richardson - Böcker

'Practical, compassionate, wise and grounded in both experience and science.' Dr Sarah Buckley, GP and author of Gentle Birth, Gentle MotheringShe Births®, the world's first scientifically verified childbirth program, has been proven to reduce the need for C-sections by 44 per cent and epidurals by 65 per cent, and is endorsed by obstetricians and midwives. Now for the first time, creator and doula Nadine Richardson shares this vital information in book form, empowering women to reduce pain, prevent unnecessary intervention and reclaim their birth experience. In a world where misinformation and over-medicalisation have created anxiety and fear, She Births offers a new path rooted in the latest evidence-based education and ancient wisdom.Nadine guides women through the full arc of birth and matrescence - the physiological, emotional and psychological transformation into motherhood. The chapters delve into the amazing ways your body prepares for birth, befriending the body-mind connection and the neuroplasticity of the parenting brain, then offer tools and actions for every stage of labour, creating your birth plan and communicating your preferences. There are also helpful illustrations, partner support strategies and inspiring birth stories from real women like you.Whether preparing for a natural birth, navigating previous trauma or simply seeking a more conscious approach, She Births is your comprehensive toolkit for a beautiful birth, whatever unfolds.PRAISE FOR SHE BIRTHS 'What a fabulous book! Practical, compassionate, wise and grounded in both experience and science, She Births is an essential guide for expectant parents wanting a positive birth experience.' Dr Sarah Buckley, GP and author of Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering 'She Births is a valuable, balanced and reliable information source for women who are negotiating the maze of options around birth. The information in the book gives women the opportunity to feel more in control about decisions regarding birth.' Dr Andrew Bisits, obstetrician 'I unreservedly recommend this book and wish I could have read it at the beginning of my career as a baby doctor. The information in She Births will be transformative for mothers, allaying their fears and allowing the expansion of their consciousness during the neurochemical storm that birth induces.' Dr Howard Chilton, neonatal paediatrician 'There are so many wonderful gifts for the reader in this book: essential birth information, practical tools, inspiring birth stories, reflective activities and loving guidance to support a beautiful birth.' Rhea Dempsey, author of Birth with Confidence and Beyond the Birth Plan 'Everything needed to approach the unknown adventure of birthing with confidence is here.' Janet Balaskas, founder of Active Birth 'There is so much acknowledgement and permission throughout these pages that it really feels like being held. So many women (and partners) will benefit from this book.' Indigo Melrose, clinical psychotherapist 'She Births is THE birth preparation book to buy your dear friend, your partner or yourself.' Katie James, midwife, lactation consultant, creator of The Midwives Cauldron podcast and co-founder of The Latch Revolution