Stuff Mel Loves
I love them soo much I became an affiliate for them.
Clothes
Podcast Merch
from stickers and pens to t-shirts and drink bottles. Grab some podcast merch. There is no easier way to let others know you are an informed birth rebel.
The Spark Company
Clothing designed by women to promote women who grate against systems. I have a range of shirts from The Spark Company, including "I incite this meeting to rebellion" and "They can't burn us all". Click the button below to see their full range. And yes, I am an affiliate because I love what they stand for and how they connect with The Great Birth Rebellion.
IMBODHI
I absolutely love the IMBODHI range, but especially their Bodhi Jumper. Infact, I loved them so much I became an affiliate.
These are the best and comfiest jumpsuits ever. I literally don't ever want to take mine off. And I have them in every colour.
Courses
Hypnobirthing
Poppy Child is a UK doula and hypnobirth practitioner with an amazing online course. She has been a guest a few times on the podcast and has a wealth of great information to share. You can use the coupon code "Melanie" at the checkout to receive 20% off.
VBAC Course
Dr Kirsten Small is a good friend of mine and the queen of foetal monitoring, especially CTGs.
If you want to learn more about, VBAC (vaginal birth after caesarean) foetal monitoring and what the research says, she is your girl.
Foetal Monitoring Academy
Dr Kirsten Small is a good friend of mine and the queen of foetal monitoring, especially CTGs.
If you want to learn more about foetal monitoring and what the research says, she is your girl.
Resources & Equipment
Tens Machines
A tens machine is a great way to help with pain relief during labour and Elle Tens is a great company providing these machines.
Here, not only can you buy yourself a tens machine, but you also have the option of hiring one just for the month you need it.
Birth Sling
This birth sling is amazing. You can easily take it to hospital or use it at home. it just clips onto your doorway and you are good to go.
You can check out the video PregNancy made here.
Otherwise, click the link below and use the coupon code MELANIEJACKSON to save yourself $10 at the checkout.
Books
One of my favs because it shows you how to become great at what you do and set yourself up for success. BUT beware, once you are noticed you will also attract people who want to bring you down.
This amazing book is courtesy of Ina May Gaskin one of the most well known midwives in the world. She even has a maneouver named after her. This is the book that made me fall in love with midwifery.
Ina May Gaskin, a pioneer of midwifery in the USA, shares the benefits and joys of natural childbirth, showing women how to trust in their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience.
Ina May Gaskin, a pioneer of midwifery in the USA, provides this comprehensive guide to making breastfeeding a joyful experience, exploring the health and psychological benefits of breastfeeding.
In Real Food for Pregnancy, you will get clear answers on what to eat and why, with research to back up every recommendation. Lily Nichols provides a comprehensive and well-referenced resource on prenatal nutrition.
She has also been a guest on the podcast, Episode 99 - Real food for Gestational Diabetes.
Real Food for Gestational Diabetes offers an evidence-based alternative to conventional nutrition approaches, embracing nutrient-dense, delicious foods that nourish you and your baby without causing high blood sugar.
She has also been a guest on the podcast, Episode 99 - Real food for Gestational Diabetes.
Using current medical and epidemiological research plus women's experiences (including her own), she demonstrates that what she calls "undisturbed birth" is almost always healthier and safer than high-technology approaches to birth.
She has also been a guest on the podcast, Episode 101 - The Brain and Body in labour.
