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'Wise & With Child'
A space to remember birth as sacred, instinctive, and powerful
Guided by the wisdom of women, for women
Founded by former midwife and author, Annie Barber, supporting mothers to trust their bodies and birth with confidence
Hello Mama (to be!)
This is a space to remember your strength and a deep knowing that you were made for this journey.
I'm Annie
and I'm so delighted that you're here!
You are standing at the threshold of one of life’s biggest transformations.
It’s exciting, beautiful, and sometimes a little overwhelming. The truth is, it’s completely normal to feel a mix of emotions as you prepare to welcome your baby.
This is where I come in.
As a former midwife, therapist, author, and coach, I’ve spent my life supporting women through change.
My work now weaves together everything I’ve learned - from midwifery to healing and mindset coaching, helping you feel calm, confident, and deeply connected as you move through pregnancy and into motherhood.
Here, you’ll find gentle guidance, practical tools, and empowering techniques to ease fear, quieten anxiety, and help you trust your body and your instincts.
Because when you understand what’s happening, trust yourself, and have the right tools to support you, you can step into motherhood feeling confident, empowered, and ready to embrace this next chapter.
You don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
Whether you’re preparing for birth, easing anxiety, or finding your rhythm as a new mama,
I’m here to support you every step of the way.
Through my one-to-one sessions and group experiences, you’ll learn practical tools and calming techniques to help you feel grounded, confident, and ready for whatever comes your way.
Together, we’ll quieten the noise, release the fear, and help you reconnect with your inner wisdom
so that you can approach birth and motherhood with trust and ease.
WORK with ME
Preparing for birth is one of the most meaningful journeys
you’ll ever take
.
The 'Intuitive Birth Guide & Planner' is your calm companion along the way, blending practical guidance with intuitive reflection to help you feel grounded, confident and connected as you prepare for birth in your own unique way.
Begin your calm, confident birth journey today -
explore the Intuitive Birth Guide & Planner.
"Wise & With Child"
Reconnecting To The Timeless Wisdom of Birth and Motherhood
Born from years of supporting women through pregnancy and birth, "Wise & With Child" is a gentle companion for women ready to trust their bodies, calm their minds, and rediscover the innate wisdom that has always guided birth.
It weaves together intuitive guidance, mindful practices
and heartfelt wisdom to help you prepare for a calm, confident birth.
Whether you love to read, listen, or hold a book in your hands, "Wise & With Child" will be available as an ebook, audiobook (narrated by Annie Barber), and paperback to meet you wherever you are on your journey.
What 'Wise & With Child' offers:
Calm confidence: breathwork and mindset tools you can use in minutes
Knowledge without overwhelm: with clear, compassionate midwifery insight
Real support: guidance for birth partners and the Fourth Trimester
Integration: Moments of Stillness and Holding Space woven through every chapter
And inside the updated edition:
New chapter: The Mindful Mother Within
Companions on the Journey: a short guide for birth partners
Fourth Trimester: rest, renewal, and remembering
Integration & Practice: five everyday ways to return to your centre
One‑page quick reference: 'If You Read Only One Page Before Birth . . . '
Formats :
Paperback and eBook
Audiobook (narrated by Annie Barber) — coming very soon!
Here's a short excerpt - which really explains the birth of 'Wise & With Child' :
“. . . when “Wise & With Child” first found its way into the world, it reflected the heart of where I was then - a midwife turned therapist, exploring how science and spirit met within pregnancy.
Over the years since, both the world and I have continued to evolve. I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside many women as they’ve discovered their own strength through pregnancy, loss, birth, and beyond.
They have taught me that wisdom isn’t something we acquire; it’s something we remember.
With every breath, with every mindful choice, we reconnect to the quiet knowing that lives in us all.
Since the first publication, my own path has deepened through the study of breathwork, mindfulness, and mindset practices. These teachings have shown me that the body and mind are not separate allies but one language - the language of life itself.
Who it’s for:
Expectant mothers - first time Mamas and those who've made this journey before
Partners, doulas, and supportive family members
Professionals seeking a calmer, more holistic approach to pregnancy care
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