Recommended Reading

Pregnant? Looking for further resources? Here is a list of books you may want to explore.

Induction of Labour

In Your Own Time - Dr Sara Wickham. Excellent summary of evidence and social commentary on IOL

Why Induction Matters - Dr Rachel Reed. Easy to understand, good evidence summary and explanation of hormones and how induced labour differs from spontaneous labour.

The Aims Guide to Induction of Labour - AIMS. Evidenced based information and statistics and tools to help you make an informed decision.

Homebirth

Why Homebirth Matters - Natalie Meddings. Lovely read, sensible advice on homebirth and it's importance and preparing for birth at home.

Postnatal

Why Postnatal Recovery Matters - Sophie Messenger. Summary of postnatal recovery and 4 practices around rest, support, food and bodywork in the postnatal period.

Breastfeeding

You've got it in you, a positive guide to breastfeeding - Emma Pickett. Great book on breastfeeding, simple to read and covers main topics.

Mixed Up - Lucy Ruddle. Information and guide to mixed feeding

The Positive Breastfeeding Book - Amy Brown. Amy Brown is the queen of breastfeeding and research and has much to say!

Others

Any books in the 'Why .... Matters' series

Books by Sara Wickham - Anti-D explained, Vitamin K, Induction of Labour

AIMS books - Gestational Diabetes, Your Rights in Pregnancy and Birth

Reclaiming Childbirth as a Right of Passage - Rachel Reed. Essential reading for any birth workers and those who believe in physiological birth. Game changing!

Birth After Caesarean - Your journey to a better birth - Hazel Keedle . Brilliant book covering all aspects of VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean) - including preparation, models of care, active birth, safety and research. Includes lots of stories from women who have experienced VBAC to inspire. A must read.