The Modern Midwife's Guide to Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond

The essential, evidence-based guide to a better pregnancy, birth and postnatal period from a Senior Midwife and bestselling author. BEST PREGNANCY PRODUCT WINNER - Mother & Baby Awards 2025‘Marie Louise is a dream come true for any parent with her uncanny ability to simplify the most important and complicated questions’ Emma Bunton, Spice Girls singer and co-founder of Kit and KinSenior Midwife Marie Louise has spent years working with families, supporting new parents through pregnancy, labour, birth and the postnatal period. In her bestselling book, she cuts through the noise and misinformation to focus on the key, evidence-based advice that makes the biggest positive difference to you and your baby. Designed to empower and inform you at every stage of your journey to parenthood, this book clearly explains what really matters - physically, emotionally and practically – so you can make confident decisions that feel right for you. Inside, you’ll discover:What to expect after a positive pregnancy testHow to prepare your body and mind for pregnancy and labourHow to create your own positive birth toolkitClear guidance on labour, birth options and recoveryHow to care for yourself and your baby in the postnatal periodExpert reassurance to help you feel calm, capable and supportedPacked with the latest research, real-world midwifery expertise and compassionate advice, this book is an essential companion for modern parents navigating pregnancy and early parenthood. Whether you are planning for a baby, just found out you are pregnant or well into your third trimester, this book will give you everything you need to feel confident, informed and supported throughout pregnancy, birth and beyond. Praise for Marie Louise:‘Marie is so informative and taught me so many things I had NO idea about!’ Zoe Sugg (Zoella), award-winning vlogger and author‘I have felt really well prepared with this book. It removes a lot of pressure and uncertainty and is really clear and helpful! A very calm voice to guide you through all 3 trimesters (and beyond)’ 5-star reader review‘[The] only pregnancy book you need to read!’ 5-star reader review‘[A] must have for expectant parents! The perfect amount of information in each area (pregnancy, birth, postpartum)… really can’t recommend it enough’ 5-star reader review‘I would highly recommend this book for any expecting mum.’ 5-star reader review‘[An] absolute essential for childbirth … I feel so much more informed and comfortable going into this now.’ 5-star reader review

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