The effects of a cesarean delivery on the child are often underestimated. Sometimes, a psychological trauma arises that can be addressed therapeutically. The pre- and perinatal-based play therapy developed by Thurmann focuses on the child's experience: play creates a safe space where the child can process what has happened and explore new solutions. After an introduction to pre- and perinatal psychology, Ilka-Maria Thurmann explains typical patterns and issues that have emerged in her 20 years of therapeutic practice. She illustrates the seven fundamental patterns that crystallize through "cesarean stories" specifically written for children, which facilitate the therapeutic approach. This is a unique resource not only for child therapists but also for midwives, educators, doctors, and parents.