Make sure sexual abuse survivors feel heard, respected, and safe with the Supporting Survivors of Sexual Abuse Through Pregnancy and Childbirth : A Guide for Midwives, Doulas and Other Healthcare Professionals by Kicki Hansard - 21 Jan 2020. With startling statistics revealing that 1 in 5 women has experienced some form of sexual abuse, this guide provides practical advice for midwives, doulas, and healthcare professionals. Hansard equips readers with tools to recognise and support survivors through pregnancy, labour, and postnatal care, fostering an environment of compassion and understanding. The book explores the identifiable behaviours of survivors and how past trauma can influence pregnancy experiences. Buy now! About the Author: Kicki Hansard brings 17 years of experience as a birth and postnatal doula to her work.