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Hold On To Your Kids by Dr Gordon Neufeld
Hold On to Your Kids by Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté
Are your children more influenced by their friends than by you? In Hold On to Your Kids, child development expert Dr Gordon Neufeld and bestselling physician Dr Gabor Maté explain why modern parenting can feel harder than ever – and what you can do about it.
They explore how children increasingly look to peers rather than parents for direction, and show how to restore strong, loving connection to raise confident, connected children in a digital world.
“This book felt like uncovering a lost essential in parenting. It taught me why real connection, not authority or rules, is what children truly crave, and offered heartfelt, practical guidance on nurturing that bond in today’s disconnected world. It’s like rediscovering how to be both guide and safe haven in your child’s life.” - Georgie x
Why we love it
💗 Award-winning. US National Parenting Publications Gold Award.
💗 Practical. Ways to rebuild connection.
💗 Timely. Updated for the digital age.
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Authors
Gordon Neufeld and Gabor Maté
Format
Paperback
Pages
368
Publisher
Vermilion
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Sources:[1] Amazon UK listing: www.amazon.co.uk
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth
Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
In this revised and updated edition, renowned midwife Ina May Gaskin shares the benefits and joys of natural childbirth, showing women how to trust in the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birth experience. It has sold more than 500,000 copies.
Based on the woman-centred Midwifery Model of Care and drawing on her decades of experience, Ina May gives expectant mothers comprehensive information on everything from the mind-body connection to preparing for birth.
"This book gave me so much trust in my body. It completely shifted my mindset around birth and left me feeling calm, capable, and genuinely excited for the experience." - Georgie x
Why we love it
💗 Empowering. Builds trust in your body.
💗 Experienced. Decades of midwifery wisdom.
💗 Comprehensive. For parents and birth workers alike.
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Author
Ina May Gaskin
Format
Paperback
Pages
400
Publisher
Random House
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Sources:[1] Amazon UK listing: www.amazon.co.uk
Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin
Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin
First published in 1976, Spiritual Midwifery introduced an entire generation of women to home birth and breastfeeding, and breathed new life into midwifery. More than 540,000 copies later, this classic is in its fourth edition.
It’s filled with joyful birth stories, photos and illustrations, along with updated information on natural childbirth, VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean) and breech births, and stories of working with Amish women who share a deep appreciation for natural birth.
"This book made birth feel sacred to me. The stories are so powerful and grounding - I came away feeling inspired, connected, and completely in awe of what our bodies can do." - Georgie x
Why we love it
💗 Empowering. Birth stories that inspire confidence.
💗 Practical. Guidance from The Farm Midwives.
💗 A true classic. Loved for nearly 50 years.
Who it’s for
💗 Expectant parents planning their birth
💗 Doulas, midwives and birth workers
💗 A thoughtful gift for a mum-to-be
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Author
Ina May Gaskin
Format
Paperback, 480 pages (4th edition)
Publisher
Book Publishing Company
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Sources:[1] Amazon UK listing: www.amazon.co.uk
