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Did you know that back issues of HMA's magazine "Down to Birth" are available for sale from our online shop or at support group meetings? For more information, please e-mail Christina at: sales@homebirth.org.au

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Some or all of the profits from the sale of the following products will be used for the benefit of the Home Midwifery Association Qld and its members. Buy something nice for yourself or as a gift, and support HMA! Online payments via Paypal are accepted; click on the "Add to basket" button to add an item to your order.

Please e-mail Christina at sales@homebirth.org.au if you are interested in purchasing any of the following items to be picked up at support group meetings in Brisbane, or if you have any questions about items, or if you'd like to help raise funds for HMA. Please contact Caroline at advertising@homebirth.org.au if you'd like to advertise your products or services in our "Down to Birth" magazine.

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Trust Birth Mugs

Pottery mugs designed and created by homebirth mothers. Choose from any of the 7 designs bearing in mind that all mugs are individually handmade so there will be slight differences from the originals. Every unique, exquisite mug delivers a drink that stays warm and each has the "Trust Birth" message. Mugs are designed, created & handmade by homebirth mothers. "Intuition" and "Serenity" mugs are brand new designs!

Mug
Name
Cost*
Intuition

$12.50
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Landscape
$12.50
Lotus Birth


$12.50

Nurture
$12.50
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Serenity
$12.50
Surrender
$12.50
Waterbirth
$12.50
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Special Offer! Buy mugs in person at support group meetings for only $10 each, and of course no postage cost applies!

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Ecosilk Shopping Bags

Compact, lightweight and durable, ecosilk bags are an environmentally responsible choice. Available in purple with the "Trust Birth" logo.

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Name
Cost*
Ecosilk Shopping Bag
$9.95
Drawstring Bag
$4.00
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$55.00

 

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Moon Diaries

With information about lunar lore, myth and ritual and exquisite illustrations, the Moon Diary is an ideal gift for yourself or a friend. Moon phases, transits and void-of-course moon times enable accurate moon watching.

Please e-mail Caroline at sales@homebirth.org.au if you are interested in purchasing a 2010 Moon Diary.

  • Moon phases
  • Astrological transits
  • Void-of-course Moon times
  • Week at a glance
  • Menstrual calendar
  • Completely handwritten
  • Illustrated throughout
  • Size 13 cm x 17 cm
  • Wire spiro bound

Written specifically for the Southern Hemisphere.
Lovingly researched and hand written by Shekhinah Morgan
Inspiringly illustrated by Jude Baderle.

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2009 Moon Diary

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My Brother Jimi Jazz

"My Brother Jimi Jazz" is the first book of emerging writer Chrissy Butler. Chrissy writes from the perspective of a young girl about the beautiful home birth of her brother Jimi Jazz. A wonderful tale for children and the whole family, that embraces:

  • a natural, active home birth
  • breastfeeding
  • co-sleeping
  • use of cloth nappies
  • baby moon
  • siblings at birth
"It is impossible not to be completely drawn in by the warmth, charm and magic of this beautiful children's book... Author Chrissy Butler has gifted us with what is probably the BEST homebirth book for families."
The Mother - Issue 22 May/June 2007

"Chrissy Butler, artist, author, mamma and doula has produced a beautifully simple book which embraces natural birth, breastfeeding, co-sleeping and partner's and sibling's roles in preparation for not only labour and birth but the 'baby moon'. Chrissy's illustrations are magic in themselves..."
Australian Midwifery News - Volume 6 Number 4

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Name
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My Brother Jimi Jazz
$15.00

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The Wonderful Place

"The Wonderful Place" is the second book of emerging writer Chrissy Butler, author of "My Brother Jimi Jazz".

This unique picture book is printed onto 100% post consumer recycled paper which affirms the sustainability of breastfeeding. 'The Wonderful Place' is a delighted look at full term breastfeeding through joyful artwork and the whimsical musings of a breastfed toddler.

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Cover image of "The Wonderful Place" book
The Wonderful Place
$15.00

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Down to Birth

Back issues of "Down to Birth" magazine. Click on the issue name to see more information about that particular issue. See the Down to Birth page for more information about the magazine, including information on how to subscribe.

Want a free preview? Selected articles from back issues of Down to Birth have been made freely available to read online, with the authors' express permission. These are available in pdf format on the Articles/Resources page. Click here to go to the index of articles available!

Issue
Name
Cost*
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Autumn 2009: Honouring the Placenta
Issue #76
$8.00
Issue 75 cover image
Summer 2008/09: Siblings at Birth
Issue #75
$8.00
Issue 74 cover image
Spring 2008: Healing from Birth
Issue #74
$8.00
Issue 73 cover image
Winter 2008: Preparing for Birth
Issue #73
$8.00
Issue 72 cover image
$8.00
Cover image - Issue 71
$8.00
Issue 70 cover image
$8.00
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Cover image - Issue 69
$8.00
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Cover image - Issue 68
$8.00
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Cover image - Issue 67
Summer 2006/07: The Divine Woman
Issue #67
Two copies remaining!
$8.00
Cover image - Issue 66
$8.00
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Cover image - Issue 65
$8.00
No image available
$7.00
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No image available
$7.00
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No image available
$7.00
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Baby Breath CD

The "Baby Breath" CD is by Carmella Baynie. It is a beautiful pre-natal CD to uplift and inspire both bubs-in-utero and mums-in-waiting. It features the music of Dale Nougher. This unique CD features instruction in gentle breathing, moving and relaxation techniques with guided meditations, affirmations, toning and singing for expecting mothers.

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Name
Cost*
Baby Breath - CD cover image
Baby Breath CD
2 copies remaining!
$30.00

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Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering

Written by Sarah J Buckley, family physician/GP and mother of four, "Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering", this book is all about the wisdom and science of gentle choices in pregnancy, birth, and parenting. Sarah gives you the WHOLE story to help you with your most important decisions, including:

  • How can I increase my chances of a natural birth?
  • Should I accept prenatal tests?
  • Is ultrasound safe for my baby?
  • Are there risks involved with induction?
  • What about pain relief in labour?
  • Are epidurals safe for my baby?
  • What are the risks and benefits of choosing a cesarean?
  • What other birth choices will give me and my baby a safe and easy start?
  • Is cord blood banking a good idea?
  • Could I safely have my baby at home?
  • What are the benefits of a natural birth?

Sarah also generously shares some of her own experiences in birth and mothering, including:

  • Water birth
  • Homebirth
  • Breech birth
  • Lotus Birth
  • Co-sleeping
  • Breastfeeding and extended breastfeeding
  • Raising babies without nappies/diapers

You will learn the secrets of gentle discipline, raising children to be responsible, loving, and co-operative while preserving your sanity! You can also read about using yoga to support you, as a gentle mama, and how mothering can help you on your spiritual journey.

Book
Name
Cost*
Gentle Birth Gentle Mothering - Cover image
Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering
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This page last updated Wednesday 7th July, 2010