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`A warm reassuring guide to having a baby' --Mother & Baby
`Expert tips for a smooth B-day' --Prima Baby & Pregnancy
`Nicole takes the fear out of labour and birth in this empowering and practical guide' --Green Parent
`All the information and resources you need to give birth safely to your baby' --Families
`A great one-stop shop of information and ... one of the best "how to books" on the market' --Juno
`Expert tips for a smooth B-day' --Prima Baby & Pregnancy
`Nicole takes the fear out of labour and birth in this empowering and practical guide' --Green Parent
`All the information and resources you need to give birth safely to your baby' --Families
`A great one-stop shop of information and ... one of the best "how to books" on the market' --Juno
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The book that all expecting mothers should read to ensure they have the best labour and birth, written by one of Janet Balaskas' most experienced Active Birth Associates.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I had read quite extensively before the birth of my first child, but really wanted to read something while I was pregnant for the second time to help with some anxiety I was feeling, and to build up my momentum to give birth again.
The Good Birth Companion was the ideal book. In some ways it felt familiar, not only because I had given birth before, but because of the way it was written. I literally felt that Nicole Croft was chatting to me about birth in a very comforting and unbiased way. It is written with a knowing smile, by which I mean it feels positive and reassuring, almost as a mother would be if she were speaking to her child.
The content is extensive and satisfactorily covers many questions that a pregnant mother may have, as well as imparting some pearls of wisdom through personal experience or beliefs, and using visuals or examples that one can easily relate to.
I like the fact it is called the 'Companion Guide', because that is what it is, a friend to you during your pregnancy and the early stages of motherhood. Keep it close it will comfort you.
The Good Birth Companion was the ideal book. In some ways it felt familiar, not only because I had given birth before, but because of the way it was written. I literally felt that Nicole Croft was chatting to me about birth in a very comforting and unbiased way. It is written with a knowing smile, by which I mean it feels positive and reassuring, almost as a mother would be if she were speaking to her child.
The content is extensive and satisfactorily covers many questions that a pregnant mother may have, as well as imparting some pearls of wisdom through personal experience or beliefs, and using visuals or examples that one can easily relate to.
I like the fact it is called the 'Companion Guide', because that is what it is, a friend to you during your pregnancy and the early stages of motherhood. Keep it close it will comfort you.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I couldn't recommend this book highly enough. I found it especially good at making me feel more at ease as knowledge is indeed power. Not only does it explain the birthing process but it is packed full of handy labour coping techniques and information that I hadn't found in many other birthing books. It helped me to understand the importance of being in tune with body and mind for aiming towards a birth free from pain relief medication. It really is incredible what your body can do and this book helps you to realise this. Very informative and relaxed, I felt like I had a friend sat next to me helping me along the way and ended up with a very positive and happy experience in a birthing pool.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Good Birth Companion is a refreshing contribution to the birthing literature shelves. Written by a mother, active birth teacher and doula who, herself, has experienced three different types of birth - including a csection, it speaks to all women - not just those planning a natural birth.
Informative, filled with all the key information that any mother needs to prepare herself for birth, what makes this book so special is the lively and very like-able voice of the author.
Nicole speaks to you as a fellow mother and friend, rather than an expert - even though she has great expertise herself. Her youth and vitality come across. She shares her personal experience and research material enthusiastically with you.
I particularly enjoyed the chapter on pain which positivises a much-sensationalised aspect of labour and also the baby-Moon chapter - a really important one for the contemporary mother who can find herself at sea in this early phase of her mothering life.
This is a really useful preparation guide that you will return to again and again through your Pregnancy and birth. The great thing is it is also a really enjoyable read.
Nadia R
Yoga Teacher, Birth Educator and Doula
Informative, filled with all the key information that any mother needs to prepare herself for birth, what makes this book so special is the lively and very like-able voice of the author.
Nicole speaks to you as a fellow mother and friend, rather than an expert - even though she has great expertise herself. Her youth and vitality come across. She shares her personal experience and research material enthusiastically with you.
I particularly enjoyed the chapter on pain which positivises a much-sensationalised aspect of labour and also the baby-Moon chapter - a really important one for the contemporary mother who can find herself at sea in this early phase of her mothering life.
This is a really useful preparation guide that you will return to again and again through your Pregnancy and birth. The great thing is it is also a really enjoyable read.
Nadia R
Yoga Teacher, Birth Educator and Doula
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Fantastic
I have read this book from cover to cover, it's easy to read style and huge amounts of useful information have been a God send. Read more
Published 5 days ago by Diddyblonde
If you buy one book...
If you buy one book while you are pregnant make it this one! The book is very informative and easy to read-pregnancy and birth broken down into digestible chapters. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Cairo
All mums to be should read this book
All parents to be should read this book before they decide on the delivery they want. I was nervous about giving birth and didn't really know what to expect. Read more
Published 2 months ago by joanna
Best Birth Preparation Book Out There
I came across this book relatively late on in my pregnancy and wish someone had recommended it to me sooner! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Tinybee
Fabulous read!!
I am 36 weeks pregnant and recently finished this book, which was highly recommended to me by a friend (a mother of 2). Read more
Published 3 months ago by Stephers
Don't give birth without it!
This book is a friendly practical reassuring guide to how to have the best birth experience possible. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Tweeze
Gave me excellent peace of mind
I am due to give birth in 2 weeks and have read this all the way through once and I am now reading through the labour stage sections for a second time. Read more
Published 4 months ago by J. Clutten
Fantastic birth preparation for you and your partner
Of all the books I read in preparation for my first child, this book was by far the best. It starts from a position of active and natural birth, but always emphasises personal... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Lotte
If you read one book about childbirth, read this one!
Being pregnant, or having a pregnant wife means getting to grips with a whole lot of new information. It's not always easy to know where to start. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Laetitia, London
If you want to be prepared for what's ahead this is an essential read
One of the best books I read during my pregnancy. Contains just about everything that you possibly could want to know about labour. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Babymurray
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