Your Caesarean Birth
A Compassionate Guide to C-Section Preparation and Recovery

The ultimate guide to feeling informed and empoweredThe rate of caesarean births is rising, yet too many women receive little to no support or information about them. This book is a practical, comprehensive guide that will arm you with everything you need to feel fully confident and empowered.Drawing on 15+ years of experience as a pelvic health physiotherapist, Clare Bourne offers expert guidance, tips and tools, including:
Different types of caesarean, both planned and unplanned, and what to expectYour right to make choices about your careCaring for a baby who needs to be in the NICUThe road to recovery, from wound care to returning to movement in a safe wayWith sections about how to talk to your healthcare practitioner, advice on looking after older children as you recover, and help relating to and caring for your scar, this is the book every caesarean parent needs on their bedside table.© Clare Bourne 2026 (P) Penguin Audio 2026