Midwifery Books

In this anthology, thirty-eight midwives (and their partners and children) tell of their experiences, from working regular shifts in hospital settings to autonomous practice in a variety of settings. Every story is different, charting the impact of midwifery on the individual, including the highs and lows, the funny and touching. This book is both entertaining and instructive as it reveals the daily life of midwives around the country.

Having a Great Birth in Australia is a collection of candid stories from 20 Australian women who have recently given birth. These stories tell, with honesty and insight, about the challenges and joys of childbirth. Each of these women discovered the value of being able to make informed decisions about their maternity care and with the right care, had positive and empowering birth experiences.

A handbook for parents on nurturing your new baby in the first three months of life. Practical and full of helpful, reassuring advice. Author Rhodanthe Lipsett is a Fellow of the Australian College of Midwives, with 36 years experience as a health professional specialising in infant and maternal health. The book has been endorsed by the Royal Women's Hospital Melbourne, Women's and Children's Hospital Adelaide, Australian College of Midwives and the Canberra Mothercraft Society.

Men at Birth contains over 30 stories written by men, for men about their birth experiences. Each story was specifically written for this book. The men writing the stories knew that their tale would be shared with thousands of men and women and have written about it from the heart. The stories you will read here are often funny, sometimes sad, but all are unfailingly triumphant. They are the best preparation a man could have to attend the birth of his child.

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Pregnancy and birth can be ecstatic, instinctive, fulfilling and safe for you and your baby. Gentle birth and gentle parenting lay a strong foundation for life-long health and wellbeing for all the family.