Annie Barber

Annie Barber is a former nurse and midwife whose career in the NHS spanned almost 30 years. Alongside her clinical experience, a lifelong curiosity about the connection between mind, body and wellbeing led her to explore mindfulness, complementary therapies and coaching, bringing together science, compassion and gentle wisdom in her work.

Today, Annie supports women and families through some of life's most profound transitions. Whether preparing for birth, celebrating a new beginning, or navigating loss, her work is rooted in the belief that every person deserves to feel heard, supported and empowered to trust themselves.

Wise & With Child reflects Annie's heartfelt desire to help women approach pregnancy with greater calm, confidence and self-trust. Blending trusted midwifery knowledge with mindful practices and gentle reflection, she invites readers to reconnect with the timeless wisdom that has always been part of birth and motherhood.

Annie lives in rural Norfolk on the beautiful east coast of England, where wide skies, long walks with her rescued greyhound and plenty of tea continue to inspire her writing.