The Maternity Collective Antenatal Course Notes Book
 
Written by Dr Ellie Rayner, Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, Antenatal and Hypnobirthing Teacher and the entire The Maternity Collective team, this 100 page antenatal course book can be read by anyone who wants to access evidence-based information to prepare them for labour and birth.
Whether you are undertaking one of The Maternity Collective courses or not, this course notes book will help you feel empowered and confident as you approach the birth of your baby. Suitable for both first and second time parents, we are confident you will find this content useful and informative, especially as it is written by all practicing healthcare professionals, you can feel reassured you are accessing the most up-to-date and evidence-based information available to you.
 
Contents - 100 page Book:
Preparing for birth
Late pregnancy and preparing for birth
Choosing where to give birth
Understanding your Body in Labour and Birth
Creating your Ideal Birth Environment
How your baby will be monitored in labour
Signs of Labour
Vaginal Labour and Birth
First Stage of Labour
Positions for Labour and Birth
Second Stage of Labour
Third stage of Labour
Pain Relief Options for Labour
Reasons you might meet an Obstetrician
Induction of Labour
Complications in Pregnancy and Birth
Assisted Vaginal Birth
Vaginal Tears and Episiotomy
Caesarean Section
Bleeding after Birth
Postnatal Period
Practical Postnatal
Newborn Care
Your Physical Recovery
Your Emotional Recovery
Looking forward
Summary
Birth Preferences
Informed Choice
References
Free spaces for notes
Infant Feeding with IBCLC Lyndsey Hookway
Breastfeeding
Formula Feeding
 
If you have already purchased one of The Maternity Collective Online Courses - this book is available to you for only £7.99 including delivery - Head to the Course Notes section of your course to purchase.