We have created the following list of some suggestions for pregnancy, birth and early parenting. As we work closely and educate our clients, it is important they have some sources of information to turn to, to help decide on the best methods for them, and to better prepare for the future ahead when your baby arrives.
We will continue to update this list in order to support and educate our clients and visitors. If you have found a book that you think was particularly helpful. Please suggest it to us, so we can add it to our list and share this information among our community.
Pregnancy
Up The Duff – by Kaz Cooke
Information for pregnancy, partners, fertility, assisting conception including IVF, information on what you should eat and post birth. Very good, interesting and colourful book to read.
Spiritual Midwifery – by Ina May Gaskin
A classic read on home birth that has introduced women from many generations of women to the concept of natural childbirth. Loads of information on safety techniques, postpartum depression, maternal death and amazing birthing tales.
Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding With Confidence – by Sue Cox
An experienced midwife and leading educator for over 25 years. This book takes the mystery out of the breastfeeding process, and delivers practical skills and insights you may need to be successful at breastfeeding.
The Womanly Art Of Breastfeeding – by La Leche League International
The classic bestselling guide has been retooled, refocused, and updated for today’s mothers and lifestyles. Working mothers, stay-at-home mums, single mums, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the book’s range of nursing advice.
Parenting
Baby On Board – by DR Howard Chilton
Helping you to love and care for your newborn baby during the vital development period in the first 12 months. Excellent for helping first time parents become confident with their newborn.
Your Cherished Baby – by DR Howard Chilton
This book has loads of information about settling, sleeping, solids, playtime and toddlers. It is dedicated to the first two years of your baby’s development and growth.
How To Stay Sane In Your Babys First Year: The Tresillian Guide – by Catherine Fowler & Patricia Gornall
This book is a great read for anyone facing the important first year of their baby’s life. First published more than ten year ago, this book is indispensable – filled with practical advice for enjoying parenthood, coping with your baby’s lack of sleep, postnatal depression, feeding and weaning your baby, travelling with your baby and caring for a sick baby.