{"title":"Pregnancy \u0026 Birth","description":"\u003cp\u003eBooks and resources covering pregnancy, preparing for birth and the journey into parenthood. A shared collection to help make useful information more accessible.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-360-guide-to-c-section-recovery","title":"The 360 Guide to C-section Recovery","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe 360 Mama Guide to C-Section Recovery \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003egives everything you need to fully heal from your c-section, answering all your questions and offering practical, expert-led advice at a time when you may feel lost or unsupported.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWritten by the hugely successful \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e360 Mama \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epostnatal recovery team, this expert-led book leaves nothing out. From how to prepare for a c-section, to strategies you can put in place from the earliest moments to support the healing process, to guidance on wound care and scar massage, there is practical guidance for every new mama. You will find exercises to strengthen and rehabilitate your core, improve any overhang, and help you return to full physical activity. Featuring real-life birth stories and experiences, as well as advice on coping with birth trauma and managing your mental health post-birth, this empowering guide will help you to reclaim the narrative and to fully enjoy motherhood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 360 Mama c-section recovery courses have been changing lives for new mothers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Incredible course!' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eUser review, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 360 Mama website\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Essential postpartum care!'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eUser review, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 360 Mama website\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'Best investment for postpartum!' \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eUser review, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 360 Mama website\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hannah West \u0026 Emma Bradley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55697534845257,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/csectionrecovery.jpg?v=1792669449"},{"product_id":"youll-be-a-wonderful-parent-advice-and-encouragement-for-rainbow-families-of-all-kinds-copy-1","title":"The Positive Birth Book: A new approach to pregnancy, birth and the early weeks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWork out what kind of birth you really want, and learn how to maximise your chances of getting it, in this refreshing, warm and witty guide to pregnancy, birth and the early weeks. Packed with vital and cutting-edge information on everything from building the ultimate birth plan, to your choices and rights in the birth room; from optimal cord clamping, to seeding the microbiome; from the inside track on breastfeeding, to woman-centred caesarean, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Positive Birth Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e shows you how to have the best possible birth, regardless of whether you plan to have your baby in hospital, in the birth centre, at home or by elective caesarean. Find out how the environment you give birth in, your mindset and your expectations can influence the kind of birth you have, and be inspired by the voices of real women, who tell you the truth about what giving birth really feels like.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChallenging negativity and fear of childbirth, and brimming with everything you need to know about labour, birth, and the early days of parenting, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Positive Birth Book\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is the must-have birth book for women of the 21st century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘I write this as someone who had worked in the NHS for over a decade and is all too aware of how broken the system is, and whilst not for one minute do I think midwives, obstetricians etc wish to harm women in labour or deny them certain rights, I absolutely know that the pressure to be efficient, save money \/ resources and \"get patients through the system quickly\" is often at the forefront of decision making. Milli reminds us that there is another way; we have human rights and choices, and the evidence base at times shows something very different to what is routinely practised in a lot of hospitals and birthing centres up and down the country. This is something we need to wake up about, and ask questions about!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milli Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55708209381705,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/pbb.jpg?v=1792756538"},{"product_id":"the-positive-birth-book-a-new-approach-to-pregnancy-birth-and-the-early-weeks-copy","title":"Bumpin': The Modern Guide to Pregnancy: Navigating the Wild, Weird, and Wonderful Journey From Conception Through Birth and Beyond","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeeling overwhelmed? Confused by conflicting advice? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eBumpin'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e will radically transform your pregnancy journey to one of confidence and optimism. With over a decade of experience advising women's healthcare and technology companies, Leslie Schrock distills cutting-edge research into your most comprehensive pregnancy guide—from conception through the newborn months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBased on the latest clinical evidence and practical advice from top experts, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eBumpin'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e enables you to make the best decisions for your unique family. With a look at the science, it tackles every pregnancy FAQ and topics like the truth about cleaning up your cosmetics, nutrition, epidurals, and activity; and the practical, like putting together a baby budget and navigating work. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eBumpin'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e also takes you all the way through the postpartum period because taking your baby home and recovering brings unexpected physical, mental, and life changes that are too often overlooked for you and your partner.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInside \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eBumpin'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e you'll find:\u003cbr\u003e-A trimester-by-trimester overview from trimester zero (conception) through the postpartum period and return to work\u003cbr\u003e-The truth about age and fertility and how to manage any issues that arise\u003cbr\u003e-Research on topics like vaccinations, breastfeeding, and exercise\u003cbr\u003e-The science behind your physical changes, leaks, sweats, and every other unexpected pregnancy symptom - and how to manage them to enhance your long term health\u003cbr\u003e-Birth preferences and preparing for unpredictable changes\u003cbr\u003e-The challenges of navigating parental leave and returning to work\u003cbr\u003e-Unique advice for partners\u003cbr\u003e-Budgeting, finance tips, baby registry, and hospital checklists\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery pregnancy is unique and often unpredictable. For Leslie, this meant handling curveballs like miscarriage and later a birth that didn't go according to plan. She turned her personal journey into this book, written while she was pregnant, with the help of a wide network of experts she consulted along the way, including doulas, ob-gyns, midwives, therapists, prenatal trainers, and nutritionists.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘This book, like parenthood, changes everything. After having purchased and scoured every pregnancy book out there THIS one is the one I wish I'd had in hand for both of my pregnancies.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor me, as a partner to my pregnant girlfriend, it helped me understand what was going on inside her both physically, mentally, and emotionally. Obviously getting pregnant this early in a relationship has incredible challenges. We didn’t even live in the same city. It helped stabilize our relationship and has literally made us stronger than ever before. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKudos to this book because without it I don’t believe we would be in the stable, healthy place we are today. Whether planned or unplanned, pregnancy can be a daunting thing because as everyone has told us, “nothing can prepare you for it”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003e\"A smart, approachable guide packed with practical advice for parents who want a science-backed, individualized approach to pregnancy.\" —\u003c\/span\u003eLinda Avey, Co-founder of 23andMe\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNational Parenting Award Winner\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Leslie Shrock","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55708295299401,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/bumpin.jpg?v=1792756880"},{"product_id":"bumpin-the-modern-guide-to-pregnancy-navigating-the-wild-weird-and-wonderful-journey-from-conception-through-birth-and-beyond-copy","title":"The Positive Birth Book: The Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and the Early Weeks: The bestselling guide to pregnancy, birth and the early weeks","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChallenging negativity and fear of childbirth, and brimming with everything you need to know about labour, birth and the early weeks of parenting, \u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eThe Positive Birth Book\u003c\/span\u003e is the must-have guide for pregnant women. A widely acclaimed bestseller since it was first published, it has empowered hundreds of thousands of women worldwide to make informed, positive choices about their births.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFully revised and updated, this new edition will help you work out what kind of birth you really want, and learn how to maximise your chances of getting it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWritten in Milli Hill’s trademark warm and witty style, discover vital information on everything from building the ultimate birth plan, to your choices and rights in the birth room; from optimal cord clamping, to postnatal mental health; from the inside track on breastfeeding, to positive, gentle caesarean.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you plan to have your baby in hospital, in a birth centre, at home or by elective caesarean, this essential, non-judgemental guide shows you how to raise your expectations and have the best possible birth experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘Both my wife and I read this book in the lead up to our bubba being born. In fact we both read it at least twice, and referred back to a number of the sections many more times. I cannot emphasise enough how important the fundamentals of the book are to the entire birth process. It changes your entire perception of birth. As a Dad-to-be, my biggest takeaway is being able to talk my wife through every option we had available, especially when my wife was either feeling stressed, exhausted, or was right smack bang in the middle of a very tough labour. Knowing the difference between sound, medical advice for the safety of our baby, and what is just the opinion of a midwife who wants to make her job a bit easier, was priceless. And I was shocked at how often just a little digging and asking the right questions turned up the latter rather than the former..\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘I cried when reading the first chapter because I felt like I'd found someone who understood exactly how I was feeling - excited for a baby but frightened about getting that baby here. From then on, the book gave lots of information about the stages of labour, options for pain management and how to write a kick-ass birth plan. All of this was written in a non-judgemental, almost caring way, without the hippy agenda that I'd feared the book might have from the title.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Milli Hill","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55708329083209,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/pbbrevised.jpg?v=1792757068"},{"product_id":"the-modern-midwifes-guide-to-the-first-year-copy-1","title":"The Modern Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eSenior Midwife Marie Louise has spent years working with families, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003esupporting new parents through pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn her bestselling book, she cuts through the noise and misinformation to focus on the key, evidence-based advice that makes the biggest positive difference to you and your baby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned to empower and inform you at every stage of your journey to parenthood, this book clearly explains what really matters - physically, emotionally and practically – so you can make confident decisions that feel right for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInside, you’ll discover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"a-unordered-list a-vertical\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat to expect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eafter a positive pregnancy test\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eprepare your body and mind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for pregnancy and labour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to create your own \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003epositive birth toolkit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eguidance on labour, birth options and recovery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ecare for yourself and your baby\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in the postnatal period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-list-item\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eExpert reassurance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e to help you feel calm, capable and supported\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePacked with the latest research, real-world midwifery expertise and compassionate advice, this book is an essential companion for modern parents navigating pregnancy and early parenthood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eWhether you are planning for a baby, just found out you are pregnant or well into your third trimester, this book \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003ewill give you everything you need to feel confident, informed and supported throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cu\u003ePraise for Marie Louise:\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cu\u003eBEST PREGNANCY PRODUCT WINNER - Mother \u0026amp; Baby Awards 2025\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003cspan\u003e‘I have felt really well prepared with this book. It \u003c\/span\u003eremoves a lot of pressure and uncertainty\u003cspan\u003e and is really clear and helpful! A very calm voice to guide you through all 3 trimesters (and beyond)’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘I would highly \u003c\/span\u003erecommend this book for any expecting mum\u003cspan\u003e.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003eWow this book is incredible really really useful for first time expecting mums. With so much changing from when my mum gave birth to me it was so refreshing to be able to read so much information about now and what to expect for every stage. I would highly recommend this book for any expecting mum.'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5-star reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. 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We also now know that oxytocin is present in everyone, of any age, directing a whole system of effects that have consequences for family life, including bonding, stress reduction and social interaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eWhy Oxytocin Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Kerstin Uvnäs Moberg, a leading oxytocin researcher, shows how a better understanding of our biology can be immensely helpful for new parents and those who work to support families.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-hook=\"average-star-rating\" class=\"a-icon a-icon-star-medium a-star-medium-5 averageStarRating\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-icon-alt\"\u003eof 5 stars \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003e4.8 out of 5 on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. 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Divided into six parts, it covers conception through to motherhood, and gives a picture of childbearing as the most special, yet the most universal, of life events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the section entitled \"Birth place, birth space\", for example, we learn that in Japan and New Guinea birth traditionally takes place in a building separate from the home, while, for the Native American Navaho and the Basque people of Spain, it is traditional to give birth surrounded by community or family. Zulu women decorated the birthplace with carvings and beads, while in Thailand it is the custom to hang religious tokens to keep malevolent spirits away from the newly born baby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixing up this colourful array of customs and combining them with bright illustrations and a sensitive selection of quotations, proverbs and prayers allows an all-important message to emerge loud and clear: that there is no \"correct\" way to experience motherhood. The often playful suggestions of the author to \"customise\" certain aspects of some traditions (by making a \"mother of twins\" badge, for example, in the style of the Ewe women of West Africa) reinforces this idea throughout the book.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy giving a taste of the diversity of approaches to birth, this book will surely inspire the mother to mother-to-be to follow her instincts and dare to be a little bit creative about the birth of her baby and her role as a mother.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-hook=\"average-star-rating\" class=\"a-icon a-icon-star-medium a-star-medium-5 averageStarRating\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-icon-alt\"\u003eof 5 stars \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003eout of 5 on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. 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This experience can impact on their mental and physical health, their relationships and future plans.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eWhy Birth Trauma Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, Dr Emma Svanberg, clinical psychologist and co-founder of Make Birth Better, explores what happens to those who go through a bad birth. She explains in detail how birth trauma occurs, examines the wide-ranging impact on all of those involved in birth, and looks at treatments and techniques to aid recovery. By drawing on her own research and the work of experts in the field, and sharing the first-hand experiences of women, she shows how it is possible to begin to move on.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-hook=\"average-star-rating\" class=\"a-icon a-icon-star-medium a-star-medium-5 averageStarRating\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-icon-alt\"\u003e 4.7 stars \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003eout of 5 on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Emma Svanberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55715969859913,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/wbtm.jpg?v=1792845043"},{"product_id":"why-home-birth-matters","title":"Why Induction Matters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn modern maternity systems one in four women have their labour induced. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eWhy Induction Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e provides a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to this common intervention. The inducing labour process is explained in detail, and reasons for offering induction are discussed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOptions related to inducing labour or choosing to wait are explored, and women's experiences are included throughout. The book aims to help parents make their own informed decisions about induction of labour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'\u003cspan\u003eI loved how much research this went over for all of the specifics to do with induction methods. It has helped me to be confident in my birth plan as well as understanding the risks that exist for different induction methods so if the plan changes I can still feel informed and confident I'm having a positive birth experience. I did lots of other research too but I just love how succinct this book is while also being thorough enough to guide your decisions. I read it in a few hours, and highly recommend it. Knowledge is power!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003e - 5 Star Review on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'\u003cspan\u003eI've planned a home birth with my second child, but I was told I had to be induced due to having a blood clotting disorder. My world was crushed and anxiety creeped in, for weeks I was terrified of giving birth via induction. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThen a friend recommended reading this book, by the end of the book I've had a detailed birth plan written. And again, I look forward to giving birth! Not scared anymore, but feel empowered and knowledgeable!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e - 5 Star Review on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rachel Reed","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55717124604233,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/wim.jpg?v=1792848632"},{"product_id":"why-induction-matters-copy","title":"Why Home Birth Matters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the 21st century, women are supposed to have a choice about where they give birth. But when that choice is home, women often encounter obstacles, despite robust evidence that birth at home is safe, beneficial and should be available for women who want it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eWhy Home Birth Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a clear discussion of the reality of modern home birth, which aims to show how the home environment supports and powers the birth process, while encouraging parents to consider how it might work for them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'\u003cspan\u003eSimply brilliant. Easy to read and digest, lots of facts and figures, informative and generally really engaging. What I loved most is that it completely debunks some of the myths around childbirth and labour. It’s not preachy or disrespectful of any type of birth but instead it empowers you and helps you realise that birth is not a medical process. It is natural and women birth best when at home, in the quiet, dark and comfort of their own space where they aren’t interrupted. It should continue to be natural even when intervention becomes necessary, as the mother and baby’s emotional and physical wellbeing are so critical to the woman’s body being able to birth her baby and recover afterwards. The over medicalisation of birth in the last 50 years is to blame for many women now being scared and afraid of giving birth and believing that the hospital is the safest place, when yet, the studies show time and again that home is actually safer and has more positive outcomes with less intervention if it is planned that way. It is such a shame that medical professionals have lost touch with this. Even in my experience (being young and low risk) my midwife still encouraged a cascade of medical interventions without realising (offering sweeps, increased monitoring, hospital admissions, induction etc).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI was already set on having a homebirth for my second but this has completely given me the confidence that it’s the right decision. I promise you won’t regret reading this book - even if you just want to educate yourself to ensure you have all of the options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003e - 5 Star Review on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Natalie Meddings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55717319475529,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/whm_52868258-76b3-4fbd-842e-a2dc5a4a5357.jpg?v=1792848813"},{"product_id":"bumpin-the-modern-guide-to-pregnancy-navigating-the-wild-weird-and-wonderful-journey-from-conception-through-birth-and-beyond-copy-1","title":"What to Expect When You're Expecting 5th Edition","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis cover-to-cover new edition is filled with must-have information, advice, insight, and tips for a new generation of parents.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith \u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003eHeidi Murkoff\u003c\/span\u003e's trademark warmth, empathy, and humour, \u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold a-text-italic\"\u003eWhat to Expect When You're Expecting\u003c\/span\u003e answers every conceivable question expectant parents could have, including dozens of new ones based on the ever-changing pregnancy and birthing practices, and choices they face.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdvice for partners is fully integrated throughout the book.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ \u003cspan\u003e‘Classic book that helps with all of those \"middle of the night\" questions that pop up. In the age of all the information in the world at your fingertips, it's nice to have a good old fashioned book you can pick up and refer to. (Think power outages, zombie apocalypse, or no internet.) I'd even go far enough to say it's a must have for new parents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ ‘This is like a encyclopaedia for pregnant women. All questions you possibly could ask the answers are there. And all about UK\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e’ 5-star Amazon reader review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heidi Murkoff","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55717794742601,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/wtewye.jpg?v=1792849814"},{"product_id":"why-starting-solids-matters-copy","title":"Why Postnatal Recovery Matters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring pregnancy the focus of antenatal preparation is the birth itself, and the importance of the postnatal period is often overlooked. Yet postnatal recovery (or a lack of it) can have consequences for the long-term health and wellbeing of both mother and baby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-italic\"\u003eWhy Postnatal Recovery Matters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sophie Messager draws on her experience as a scientist and doula to show that thinking ahead to after the birth can get new families off to the best possible start.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-text-bold\"\u003e⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐'\u003cspan\u003eI would highly recommend reading this book during pregnancy - in fact, if you are pregnant or the partner of someone who is, I would try to get a copy out to your family too. It is a book which offers a vital combination of understanding, recognition, science, historical and cultural research and real hands-on practical help.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-hook=\"rating-out-of-text\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"a-size-medium a-color-base\"\u003e - 5 Star Review on Amazon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReady to request a book?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScyh0BhhfsxpyWXAIAVpZaWbR6094tj2wrnL3ffXINk8WMZfQ\/viewform?usp=sharing\u0026amp;ouid=100555799018586885958\" title=\"Request to borrow this book\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRequest Here\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll borrowing requests are subject to availability. The Little Nutmeg Library is a community book-sharing project, and our collection will continue to grow with the help of our readers and sponsors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sophie Messager","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55718266732873,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/files\/wpnrm.jpg?v=1792851660"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0946\/3844\/0777\/collections\/2_f7dfb84b-fbef-4f47-8c95-04c162586f5b.png?v=1792742912","url":"https:\/\/nutmegandbentley.com\/collections\/pregnancy-birth.oembed","provider":"Nutmeg and Bentley","version":"1.0","type":"link"}