Written by experienced Midwives, This comprehensive 148 page guide has been created to prepare and support you not just through labour and birth, but through decision-making, communication, and confidence within the UK maternity system.

It brings together up-to-date NHS guidance, evidence-based practice, and a strong focus on your experience as the birthing person and family.

This guide is informed by UK national guidance and evidence, including recommendations from NICE, RCOG, the World Health Organization, and evidence-based organisations such as AIMS and Birthrights.

This guide covers:

• physiological labour,

• pain, coping and support,

• early labour and when to seek advice

• place of birth choices

• pain relief and coping options

• labour progress

• pushing and birth

• decision-making and advocacy

• common complications and decision points

• induction of labour

• assisted vaginal birth

• what happens immediately after birth

Please Note: This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped. This information in this guide is for general educational purposes only and does not replace personalised medical advice from your healthcare professional.