Transformation Through Childbirth

A Midwife’s Guide to Education, Information, and Inspiration for an Empowered Birth

About The Book

Transformation Through Childbirth goes well beyond the basics of the conventional childbirth journey presented in a clinical setting. Giving birth is both a physical and spiritual rite of passage that most hope will be transformational and beautiful, understanding that there is also much to learn and grow into. Embrace the profound journey of pregnancy, labor, birth and postpartum with this comprehensive guide for expecting families for their spiritual and physical transformation into becoming a new family. 

Through each trimester, the birthing process, and in caring for new babies as well as themselves, certified professional midwife Katherine Bramhall provides expecting families with expert guidance as well as traditional wisdom for everything they need and want to know to have a more empowered birth. From her years of experience and listening, she provides wisdom and support for the physical, emotional, and spiritual changes you can expect to experience during pregnancy, as well as detailed information on standard of care in each trimester, nutritional advice, herbal allies, frequently asked questions, and guidance through the birthing process so that you can be informed and make personalized choices for you and your family. This book also provides essential information on newborn care and the early weeks of parenthood, including the often-overlooked postpartum period, with support  for optimal recovery, emotional adjustment, and building a nurturing foundation for your new family.

Offering clinical expertise infused with heartfelt encouragement, at the end of this book, you will have the knowledge and confidence to navigate pregnancy and life as a new parent. Ultimately, this book guides families to birth not just their babies but, ultimately, their deepest, most loving selves.

Book Testimonials

  • "This book is more than a guide - it's a manifesto for the transformative power of love, both in childbirth and parenting"

    "Transformation Through Childbirth" takes you on an intimate journey, guiding you from the earliest whispers of new life through the crescendo of labor and the tender embrace of postpartum care for you, your newborn and your family. Katherine Bramhall's eloquent words and wisdom weave a tapestry of empowerment, reminding you that each step, each contraction, is infused with the potential for profound growth and transformation."

    -Debra Pascali-Bonaro, LCCE, AdvCD/BDT/PDT(DONA)

    Host of the Orgasmic Birth Podcast

  • "It's like having a grandmother midwife right by your side"

    "Having this book by your bedside will help answer the many questions every mother-to-be has in her heart and mind. Sometimes as a pregnant mother you may feel like a storm is rolling around your heart and soul. Transformation Through Childbirth is a buoyant life preserver that Midwife Katherine Bramhall has gingerly floated into the sea of life, for pregnant people to hang onto."

    - Robin Lim, Midwife and Founder Bumi Sehat 

  • "This book will be just the trusted guide you need."

    "In a world with too much information coming at us from everywhere all at once, the little book you are holding in your hands is an invitation to a quieter, more thoughtful way to approach your pregnancy, labor, birth, and beyond. In it, Katherine combines a carefully curated list of what- and how-to’s with the wisdom of her many years keenly observing the course of countless people’s journey to parenthood. Best wishes on your journey!"

    - Dr. Timothy Fisher, OBGYN

  • "A trove of knowledge that has helped hundreds of families achieve transformation through pregnancy, birth, and early parenting"

    Katherine seamlessly blends modern, evidence-based practices with those that are timeless and community-based, and that talent shines through in this book. This thoughtfully structured book will help the expectant mother and whole family to not only make decisions about their birth and baby, but will help them develop their intuition regarding their journey into family building. Readers will learn how to integrate the experience of pregnancy and birth from a place inside them. From statistics to storytelling, this book has every lesson you will need to go into birth and parenting feeling grounded, informed and transformed."

    - Taryn Assaf, Briar Hill Midwives, Calgary Alberta

Kind Words from Readers

  • “Katherine's manual delivers practical, easily digestible guidance for both the pregnant person and their birth partners. Her empowering approach fosters confidence rather than fear, and helped us feel confident and prepared throughout our journey."

    - Charlotte Leary, Pelvic Physical Therapist

  • “This book was the perfect guide. It gave you enough detail to let you know what to expect without concern for more. It also was great for the hubby. He was able to scan it without feeling like he had to sit down for hours! We plan to use it every pregnancy.”

    - McKenzie Begnoche

  • “Katherine brings out the best in women and provides a safe emotional AND clinical space for them to have the kind of pregnancy and birth that is right for them. I have been able to reclaim the beauty and confidence of motherhood, thanks to the care I received with Katherine and the wisdom and pragmatic science contained in this book.”

    - Julie Bond  

  • “The wisdom, love, and years of experience that Katherine brings to her clients is unparalleled, which shines in this book. Bringing a baby into your life is so much more than the physical act of pregnancy and birth, it’s about your life and your family and the well-being of all members in it. Katherine's book acknowledges this and has helped us prepare mentally and emotionally as a family as well as looked after my physical care.”

  • "From the moment I spoke with Katherine for the first time, I knew she was the woman I wanted to help me bring my babies into the world. Her knowledge, experience and professionalism, but more importantly her understanding of the emotions that surround becoming a mother, left me feeling nurtured and supported in a way that I don’t think I could have felt with anyone else."