Sophie FletcherSophie Fletcher is a clinical hypnotherapist and mindfulness teacher who has over 12 years’ experience of working with women using hypnosis and mindfulness. MINDFUL HYPNOBIRTHING (Vermilion 2014), has sold over 30,000 copies to date has been in the top 20 books for pregnancy and childbirth since it was published. She has an established presence in women’s health in pregnancy and the postnatal period, lecturing widely on the topic. Through Mindful Mamma she has a substantial reach on social media. Her penguin.com author page is one of the top 10 author pages on the publisher's site. Sophie's second book MINDFUL MAMMA is a reassuring and practical guide to help readers navigate the life-changing first year of motherhood. Sophie was also a contributor to the audiobook HERE AND NOW, which combines the expertise of some of Penguin's most trusted authors to provide practical wisdom and claiming advice to keep you grounded during uncertain times. Sophie's third book MINDFUL MENOPAUSE, published in 2021 is a helpful, gentle guide through transition. It includes effective ways to harness the body and mind and hormone connection including visualisations, affirmations and mindfulness exercises to reduce anxiety and stress. Follow Sophie on Instagram. Visit Sophie's website |
Praise for Sophie Fletcher
Praise for Mindful Mamma
'The care of the mother/ parent is given the thoughtfulness and attention that it deserves. The affirmations throughout the book are outstanding, even now almost 2 years after the birth of my child they connect to me and are healing. An essential book, grounded in Science and Psychology, for any parent.' Dr Ruchi Bakshi, Clinical Psychologist
'Deep praise for this soothing resource. Relatable, accessible and potent tonics that will actually make a difference to the lives of mums when they need it most.' Suzy Reading, author of The Self Care Revolution
'This book is like a gentle hug for new mothers. A wonderful resource that will help new mothers navigate the waters that they find themselves in after giving birth. There is no other resource like this that gives you the tools to cope with becoming a new mother while honouring the process at the same time. A must read for mothers-to-be, new mums and anyone supporting them.' Dr Claire Harris, GP
'Sophie brings wisdom and a sense of calm to the often anxiety-filled time of birth and new motherhood. Her mindfulness guides are a must-have for all women.' Milli Hill, author of The Positive Birth Book and Birth Like a Feminist.
'A supremely honest book. This delivers what we know to expect from Sophie Fletcher - space to breathe, permission to be, guidance on that transition to become mothers. She allows the reader to come to terms and then empower them to navigate their own path as mothers.' Jenny Parsons, Midwife
'As a perinatal psychiatrist I welcome this book as a beautiful tool to support mental wellness in the early years of mothering. Sophie’s warm voice and wisdom leaps off the page and gives many practical tips to help us cope and thrive as mothers. There is much to learn from this lovely book.' Dr Rebecca Moore, Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist and Co Founder of Make Birth Better
Praise for Mindful Hypnobirthing
'I recommend preparing for childbirth using techniques such as mindfulness to women in my care. The sensible practical techniques described in this book help reduce the fear and anxiety that often make childbirth more difficult and more likely to involve medical intervention.' Mark Porter, Consultant Obstetric Anaesthetist
'This book is going to help you and your partner through your pregnancy journey. It doesn't tell you what to do, it doesn't preach about what is right or wrong, but gives wonderful, up-to-date, pertinent and fascinating information. It also gives you some powerful tools and techniques to further enhance your pregnancy journey and the birth of your child.' Mia Scotland, Clinical Psychologist
Prasie for Mindful Menopause
'Sophie clearly cares very deeply for the subject matter and has done a mind-boggling amount of research to produce this book - no mean feat then, to have also presented it in such an easy-to-digest manner. The book is full of mindfulness techniques, tips for self-care, genuinely-achievable activities that you can realistically fit into a busy routine, as well as a wealth of information on the physical and emotional side.' Amazon Review
Praise for Mindful Mamma
'The care of the mother/ parent is given the thoughtfulness and attention that it deserves. The affirmations throughout the book are outstanding, even now almost 2 years after the birth of my child they connect to me and are healing. An essential book, grounded in Science and Psychology, for any parent.' Dr Ruchi Bakshi, Clinical Psychologist
'Deep praise for this soothing resource. Relatable, accessible and potent tonics that will actually make a difference to the lives of mums when they need it most.' Suzy Reading, author of The Self Care Revolution
'This book is like a gentle hug for new mothers. A wonderful resource that will help new mothers navigate the waters that they find themselves in after giving birth. There is no other resource like this that gives you the tools to cope with becoming a new mother while honouring the process at the same time. A must read for mothers-to-be, new mums and anyone supporting them.' Dr Claire Harris, GP
'Sophie brings wisdom and a sense of calm to the often anxiety-filled time of birth and new motherhood. Her mindfulness guides are a must-have for all women.' Milli Hill, author of The Positive Birth Book and Birth Like a Feminist.
'A supremely honest book. This delivers what we know to expect from Sophie Fletcher - space to breathe, permission to be, guidance on that transition to become mothers. She allows the reader to come to terms and then empower them to navigate their own path as mothers.' Jenny Parsons, Midwife
'As a perinatal psychiatrist I welcome this book as a beautiful tool to support mental wellness in the early years of mothering. Sophie’s warm voice and wisdom leaps off the page and gives many practical tips to help us cope and thrive as mothers. There is much to learn from this lovely book.' Dr Rebecca Moore, Consultant Perinatal Psychiatrist and Co Founder of Make Birth Better
Praise for Mindful Hypnobirthing
'I recommend preparing for childbirth using techniques such as mindfulness to women in my care. The sensible practical techniques described in this book help reduce the fear and anxiety that often make childbirth more difficult and more likely to involve medical intervention.' Mark Porter, Consultant Obstetric Anaesthetist
'This book is going to help you and your partner through your pregnancy journey. It doesn't tell you what to do, it doesn't preach about what is right or wrong, but gives wonderful, up-to-date, pertinent and fascinating information. It also gives you some powerful tools and techniques to further enhance your pregnancy journey and the birth of your child.' Mia Scotland, Clinical Psychologist
Prasie for Mindful Menopause
'Sophie clearly cares very deeply for the subject matter and has done a mind-boggling amount of research to produce this book - no mean feat then, to have also presented it in such an easy-to-digest manner. The book is full of mindfulness techniques, tips for self-care, genuinely-achievable activities that you can realistically fit into a busy routine, as well as a wealth of information on the physical and emotional side.' Amazon Review