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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
Living Libations Petal Soother Yoni Serum
Living Libations Petal Soother Yoni Serum
Living Libations Petal Soother Yoni Serum is a gentle, cooling blend of rejuvenating oils created to soothe, calm and care for tender intimate tissues – especially in the days and weeks after giving birth.
Living Libations makes it with heavenly jojoba, rich in vitamin E and remarkably similar to the body’s own oils, plus seabuckthorn berry, to ease dryness and soothe redness.
"I love how this serum brings instant gentle relief to sensitive areas, it's calming, naturally nourishing, and gives me peace of mind knowing I'm caring for myself with clean, mindful ingredients." - Georgie x
Why we love it
💗 Soothing. Cooling and calming.
💗 Post-birth care. Gentle on tender skin.
💗 Botanical. Jojoba and seabuckthorn.
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Size
30ml
Key ingredients
Jojoba, seabuckthorn berry
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Sources:[1] Live in the Light product page: liveinthelight.co.uk
Mummy's Organics Birth Ready Tea
Mummy’s Organics Birth Ready Tea
Mummy’s Organics Birth Ready Tea is a midwife-created blend of organic raspberry leaf and peppermint, designed to support your body’s natural preparation in the final stages of pregnancy.
This soothing herbal infusion is a gentle, natural ritual formulated with care and midwifery expertise. It comes as 45g of loose leaf tea or 15 biodegradable pyramid tea bags.
"This is such a supportive, natural option, something for when gentle nourishment and care are needed most." - Georgie x
Why we love it
💗 Midwife-created. Backed by midwifery expertise.
💗 Organic. Raspberry leaf and peppermint.
💗 Soothing. A calm moment for mum-to-be.
Good to know
Formats
45g loose leaf or 15 pyramid tea bags
Ingredients
Organic raspberry leaf, peppermint
Check first
Check with your midwife or GP before using herbal teas in pregnancy
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Sources:[1] Live in the Light product page: liveinthelight.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
Good to know
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
