Handy hypnobirthing resources
My courses are all evidence-based in credible, well-respected research. These are my favourite sources that cover a broad range of topics:
AIMS.org.uk
Evidence-based, highly respected guidance on a range of topics including inductions, caesareans, VBAC
Free helpline: 0300 365 0663
Evidencebasedbirth.com
US-based website compiled by researcher Dr Rebekah Dekker – well-respected and accessible guidance for parents
SaraWickham.com
Credible and well-known UK midwife, author and researcher, Dr Sara Wickham writes articles and booklets about a range of topics.
The Positive Birth Book
Written by the founder of the Positive Birth Movement, Milli Hill, this is my favourite birth book at the moment.
More hypnobirthing resources
Homebirth.org.uk – dedicated site run by a UK midwife, lots of good answers for ‘what if…’ questions
Caesareans
- Caesarean.org.uk
- Gentle / woman-centred caesarean video
- AIMS booklet (online and in print)
Spinningbabies.com – for breech and back-to-back babies
BirthchoiceUK.com – statistics for each hospital across the UK
Birthrights.org.uk – promoting and protecting women’s rights in childbirth
Breastfeeding support
- La Leche League – laleche.org.uk, helpline 0345 120 2918
- National breatfeeding helpline – 0300 100 0212
- Lactation consultants UK lcgb.org
- Kellymom – kellymom.com
- Jack Newman breastfeedinginc.ca
Vaginal examinations
An article by Midwife Thinking
Stretch and sweeps
An article from Dr Sara Wickham
Birth support
Dads – Birthing 4 Blokes
Mental health
Vitamin K
- Evidence-based birth – run by well-respected US-bases researcher
- Dr Sara Wickham’s research
3rd stage (placenta options)
- Dr Sara Wickham’s summary of resources and research
- AIMS Birthing your Placentabooklet (online and in print)
Inductions
- Free AIMS helpline: 0300 365 0663
- AIMS booklet – Inducing Labour (online an in print)
- Sara Wickham also has a huge range of induction articles
- Article on inductions when your waters break at term
Gestational diabetes
Group B strep
Accessories for pregnancy & postpartum
Bidet Toilet Seats
Benefits of Bidets for Pregnant/Postpartum women:
- No wiping reduces strain and pain after giving birth
- More comfortable/hygienic way to clean if experiencing discharge or bleeding
- Easier to maneuver with larger belly
- Ease of pain if hemorrhoids occur
Get in touch for a free, no pressure initial chat
I’m always happy to have a chat (or an initial consultation if you’re feeling business-like) about hypnobirthing, how it can help and whether it would be right for you…. and even if you’re not sure what to ask me!