Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering
Dr. Sarah Buckley
2005
This book offers a comprehensive guide to natural childbirth and early parenting, blending scientific research with personal experience. Dr. Sarah Buckley, a family physician and mother of four, advocates for minimizing medical interventions during birth and emphasizes the importance of a calm, supportive environment. She explores topics such as undisturbed birth, the hormonal processes involved in labor, and the benefits of practices like co-sleeping and extended breastfeeding. The book is divided into two parts: "Gentle Birth," focusing on pregnancy and childbirth, and "Gentle Mothering," which addresses early parenting choices.
Why It’s Included
This work aligns with our values by promoting informed, instinctive, and gentle approaches to both birth and parenting. It provides evidence-based insights that empower parents to make choices that foster strong attachments and emotional well-being for both mother and child.
Who It’s For
Expectant parents, birth professionals, and caregivers seeking a holistic perspective on childbirth and early parenting, grounded in both scientific evidence and personal narrative.
“Dr Sarah Buckley suggests a gentle approach, beginning in pregnancy and birth, with evidence-based practices to establish secure attachment and strengthening the bond between mother and baby. This book stands the test of time as a guide to making informed decisions for labour and delivery.”
Further Reading
The Positive Birth Book by Milli Hill
Informed is Best by Amy Brown
The Attachment Parenting Book by William Sears and Martha Sears
Parenting by Heart by Pinky McKay
Sleeping Like a Baby by Pinky McKay
