Most parents-to-be and their support people have little knowledge of what to expect in the birthing suite. However, I recommend this book to women who are struggling to come to terms with their birth, as sometimes understanding something about your needs in labour can be really helpful when looking at how those needs were or weren't met and how that made you feel. For over two years she wrote a popular column for 'Best' magazine, and she’s now a columnist for 'Telegraph Women'. It is the balanced, ‘expert in your pocket’ for the big day who – along with wonderful midwives, doctors and childbirth educators - will shepherd you through. Milli Hill's books] are much-needed, brilliant, reassuring, pioneering, kick-ass books that all women - especially mothers - should read!

I highly recommend it to anyone who is looking to further their knowledge about Pregnancy and Birth.

There are various books that I have recommended to people over the years, and I thought it might be useful to list some of them here.

My first child's birth was a very positive experience including an epidural and I decided I would like the experience of a natural birth. Their one-of-a-kind guide, rich in information as well as inspiration, enables you to plan and create the birth you want.I prefer Birthing From Within's approach to recognizing the painful experience that birthing is and having that be okay.