...the personal touch is simply magic and evokes a time of remembering who I am, connected and aware and getting prepared for birth. I'm still pouring through the pages, sometimes  reading  randomly, always noticing feeling centred in myself after each bit... (This) work is so full of heart it  reminds me of who I am as a woman in the collective.

Danielle


You have created such a visually beautiful book as well as a very practical and wise one.

Rose

   
... a very valuable contribution for these times.

Sarah J Buckley  


My favourite story was the breech birth where the lady birthed on the grass. How beautiful!!  I found the book very down to earth and a realistic version on how to prepare for birth and beyond.  

Rachael Austin  


Birthwork is an informative guide for anyone who cares for women during birth. A refreshing and enjoyable read, promoting self-awareness in women to assist in acheiving an optimal birth experience. 25 years of birth experiences in varied locations.

Julie Williams, Midwife, Childbirth Educator, Lactation Consultant


Thankyou for 'Birthwork', a truly profound and beautiful book, simple yet powerful. It was as if you were speaking directly to me. You put into words what we all need to know about birth. It requires us to know ourselves and come from a more heartfelt, spiritual place. I hope everyone connected to birth reads your clear and enlightening words. Thankyou.

Mary Love - Mother, Birth Educator

 
I get lots out of reading it from the point of view of a pregnant woman preparing for birth.  In many ways, I think, it's a 'guide to being with life' rather than 'just' birth,

Ulrike Weckes  
 

Just got your book last night, it looks great & I stayed up late reading it, you should be very proud its amazing. 

Sally
    

Linda and I were crying in the office together because your book is so beautiful and heart felt. Everyone here is so excited about it and love the cover art. When I read it  is like having a conversation with you.

Dana Fraser  


Jen, I have your beautiful book in front of me and just wanted to let you know it brought tears to my eyes when Dana gave it to me this morning.  You should be very proud. It just makes you want to pick it up and read it. I wish you could see the finished product for yourself.  I’m sure Carmel is going to be thrilled to have it as a resource guide.  

Linda  

 
Jen, I just can’t believe what an effect your book is having on me. I thought it would be hard to read but it’s very easy and beautifully written. The thing is, every time  I pick it up and read a few pages I end up crying and I think it’s all really bringing up my whole childbirth experience to the forefront of mind all day every day this week. I thought today I would just read another few pages and of course the tears are coming again.

Liz  

It is so beautiful....I started reading immediately, and am reluctant to put it down.  A real labour  of love!

Marie-Clare