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The Positive Birth Book
- A New Approach to Pregnancy, Birth and the Early Weeks
- Narrated by: Milli Hill
- Length: 10 hrs and 17 mins
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Categories: Health & Wellness, Sexual & Reproductive Health
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Summary
Work out what kind of birth you really want and learn how to maximize your chances of getting it, in this refreshing, warm, and witty guide to pregnancy, birth, and the early weeks.
Packed with vital and cutting-edge information on everything from building the ultimate birth plan to your choices and rights in the birth room; from optimal cord clamping to seeding the microbiome; from the inside track on breastfeeding to woman-centered cesarean, The Positive Birth Book shows you how to have the best possible birth, regardless of whether you plan to have your baby in a hospital, birth center, at home, or by elective cesarean.
Find out how the environment you give birth in, your mind-set, and your expectations can influence the kind of birth you have and be inspired by the voices of real women who tell you the truth about what giving birth really feels like.
Challenging negativity and fear of childbirth and brimming with everything you need to know about labor, birth, and the early days of parenting, The Positive Birth Book is the must-listen book for women of the 21st century.
The audiobook is narrated by Milli Hill.
PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.
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- Elinor Jax
- 07-03-21
Not very positive
To be honest I don't find the title very suitable as I don't find the book very positive. I feel like the author has a clear opinion of what she thinks is the right way to give birth (which might not suit all the readers) and that she thinks that healthcare providers have a different opinion and will likely try to convince you to go a different route. My experience is that the healthcare providers listen to mothers wishes and try to meet them and that there is no need to be "on one's guard". I expected something different when purchasing the book, a pity!
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- Anonymous User
- 11-03-20
One of the best books on pregnancy & birth
It's trailblazing. There are a couple of famous books which every expecting mother (and her family perhaps...) has to read for a clear and empowering, and true view - this is one of them. With this book Milli can plant the seed of the belief that the mother is the most responsible person of her child's birth in every woman, no matter which birth setting she feels safe and confident in. You simply must have this book if you want to give birth.
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- Lisa Jones
- 18-05-21
Dangerous
As someone who is medically educated (I’m not a doctor of people) with a law degree also, i was open to new views and wanted to listen to this book. However I have found it to be indirectly negative and more worryingly, dangerous. As much as the author (who narrates) has clearly done her research she is forced to admit that statistics show first time mothers are safer in hospital. Additionally, she goes on to imply that should your plan not be as you wish i.e. a home birth or no pain relief is not possible, that somehow you have failed. This is absolutely and totally inappropriate in today’s world. The book claims to empower women while making out if you can’t be in a primal state reminding yourself you’re a mammal that you have failed.
She claims things that go wrong normally go wrong slowly. Haemorrhage waits for no one.
I urge women who actually listen to/read this to do so with caution. The words can be damaging and dangerous.
4 people found this helpful
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- Amazon Customer
- 04-07-21
Most useful book I read in preparation for birth
easy to read
accessible information
feel ready for the journey ahead
would recommend to anyone prepping for birth
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- MM
- 22-06-21
Helped banish a lot of anxious thoughts
This book is truly amazing. Very informative and covered every area of concern and beyond for me. with baby no.2 on the way, I felt more anxiety than i did with my first.
A huge thank you to Milli Hill for all the research and love put into making this book for people like me, i am truly grateful.
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- NKC
- 19-06-21
A Great Listen
If you're interested in hypnobirthing, this book compliments well & provides birth facts & knowledge.
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- Amazon Customer
- 03-06-21
The perfect preparation for a positive birth
I listened to a chapter at a time in the bath while I was pregnant with my first baby and it was the perfect, most calming, preparation for birth. I learnt so much without it being overwhelming, and finished it feeling empowered to make the right birth choices for me which I went on to do despite my birth not “going to plan”. 100% recommend to any mums to be.
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- musa J sowe
- 02-06-21
Loved it, but can be judgy
So I loved this book, but at times it comes across as judgemental. For example, I’m someone who wants to breast feed, but the book definitely changes its tone the minute formula is mentioned. I’m also someone who wants to give birth in the hospital, but the books tone pushes towards home births etc. Overall really enjoyable, but could be more open minded!
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- Amazon Customer
- 25-05-21
Absolutely fantastic!
This so my second pregnancy and there is still so much to learn! From My first I learnt that knowledge is power, especially when it comings to having the birth that’s right for you as no one knows your body better then you do. This helped to inform me and make me available of my choices, especially as I want a home birth this time around as had to fight for as little intervention as I could manage with my last birth in hospital. I can see some may not agree with the author, but she seems to follow very similar beliefs to me and has made me feel even more empowered and excited and even less scared of my options if a home birth becomes no longer available. Thankyou I will be sharing this book with all my pregnant mamas.
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- Anonymous User
- 26-04-22
First Audio book
I am a first time mum and loved this book. It has really help give me confidence around the birth that I would like to have.
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- April
- 31-05-21
Impactful
This might be the most inspirational and life changing book I’ve ever read. So thankful.
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- Amazon Customer
- 06-03-21
Such an informative book
As a first time mum to be I’ve found this book very uplifting and informative and now I no longer fear birth! Gives a great overall picture.
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- Amazon Customer
- 23-08-20
Great Book
This book was so inspiring and helpful. It definitely keeps one in a positive mindset when it comes to birth and labor. The reader also spoke very clear and had good animation in her voice when needed.
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- Anonymous User
- 10-06-20
Favorite birth book
I highly recommend. As a doula gah I just love this book I think it’s an amazing book for all women no matter their birth goals.
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- Salim Dahman
- 05-02-22
Great one!
Includes all you need to know in preparation for birth and postpartum. A great listen.
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- Anonymous User
- 29-10-19
Must have for any type of birth!
This is a great book for preparing for any birth. I was skeptical but kept hearing great things about it so I went ahead and bought it. Absolutely no regrets. This book will help you work together as a team to have the best birth outcome possible, no matter if it’s a home birth, birthing center or hospital. You need to work together with whoever will be by your side and Milli walks you step by step to think about what your ideal birth looks like.