Birth Resources:

The Thinking Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer
Maureen P. Corry, M.P.H. Executive Director, Maternity Center Association
"*The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth* puts the power of the latest scientific research into the hands of women to help them discern the facts from the myths and make informed decisions about their maternity care."
www.henigoer.com
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Mother's Intentions: How Belief Shapes Birth by Kim Wildner
Is guilt-free, drug-free, pain free birth possible? Whether your goal is comfort or empowerment, this book is your guide to better birth.
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Immaculate Deception II: Myth, Magic, & Birth by Suzanne Arms
Very inspiring and informative! Suzanne Arms empowers women and provides wonderful insight into the "Westernization" of childbirth. Contrary to popular beleif, chilbirth is rarely a "medical emergency". Given the time and space to do so, women can give birth without medical intervention.
www.birthingthefuture.com
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Journey into Motherhood by Sheri L. Menelli
READ THIS BOOK!! If I had to recommend only one book for pregnant moms or anyone considering pregnancey in the future - this would be it. Many midwives, doulas, and childbirth educators I know are practically making this book "required reading" for their clients.
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Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn by Penny Simkin
Every expectant mom should read this book, as should the expectant dad and/or the birth companion. Tons of information on what to expect during pregnancy, labor, birth and early infancy. Clearly shows stages of labor. Has nearly 50 charts and 150 photos & illustrations.
www.pennysimkin.com
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Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
Gaskin, who learned the rudiments of her gentle birthing technique from the Mayans in Guatemala, has helped bring attention to the method's remarkably low rate of morbidity and medical intervention. Couples considering natural childbirth will get inspirational coaxing from more than a dozen first-person narratives shared by the author's clients. From Publishers Weekly
www.inamay.com
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Birthing From Within by Pam England & Rob Horowitz
The book that is electrifying the birth world! The BFW approach prepares a mother to birth from within. She needs insight about what labor and birth will be like from her perspective, and preparation to be in labor and give birth as a mother. Birthing From Within offers guidance through the emotional, spiritual, psychic and social mists which enshroud birth in our culture.
www.birthingfromwithin.com
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The Nurturing Touch at Birth: A Labor Support Handbook by Paulina Perez
Pain management, incorporation of the healing arts of massage and music therapy, and the use of positive affirmations, vocalization and visualization are all covered thoroughly. The final chapter contains a useful table on the advantages and disadvantages of dozens of labor positions.
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Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year by Susun S. Weed
Beginning with the two months before pregnancy, herbs are enlisted to provide safe, effective birth control, or to help ensure pregnancy, even in the most difficult of situations. A special list of teratogens, including herbs to avoid before pregnancy, is included, as is a section on herbs to improve the father's fertility and reduce the risk of birth defects.
www.susunweed.com
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Gentle Birth Method by Dr. Gowri Motha
Dr, Gowri’s program includes diet and supplements, creative healing techniques, deep muscle relaxation and visualization for the mother-to-be.
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The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin
Beginning with the two months before pregnancy, herbs are enlisted to provide safe, effective birth control, or to help ensure pregnancy, even in the most difficult of situations. A special list of teratogens, including herbs to avoid before pregnancy, is included, as is a section on herbs to improve the father's fertility and reduce the risk of birth defects.
www.pennysimkin.com
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Back Labor No More!! by Janie McCoy King
With a warm, humorous, and personal approach, this book explains what back labor is, how to recognize it, and what physical characteristics are likely to cause it. Using cartoons, illustrations of everyday occurrences, and her background as a mathematician, the author offers a unique method to relieve the pain of back labor and facilitate the baby's birth.
www.backlabornomore.com
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The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers by Jack Newman M.D. and Teresa Pitman
There's a huge difference between "natural" and "easy"--just ask a woman who chose natural childbirth! Breastfeeding is certainly the most natural option for feeding your little one, and repeated studies have shown its nutritive value. But that doesn't make it easy, and not all medical practitioners are trained to answer questions about the process. from Every Mother's Personal Lactation Consultant
www.breastfeedingonline.com
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Hey! Who's Having this Baby Anyway? by Breck Hawk
A guidebook giving pregnant women the information they need for a safe and healthy birth showing laboring woman how to avoid unnecessary medical interventions and providing current facts so they can make intelligent decisions before and during their labor.
www.heyanyway.com
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Mother Rising: The Blessingway Journey into Motherhood by Yana Cortlund, Barb Lucke, Donna Miller Watelet
a blessingway honors a mother-to-be and creates a circle of support that will cradle her as she prepares to give birth to her child.
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The Vaccine Book - Making the Right Decision for Your Child by Robert Sears
"Sears' goal is "to give you a balanced look at pros and cons of vaccination so that you can make an educated decision." Sears does not advocate for or rail against vaccination, stating it doesn't have to be an all or nothing decision-there are choices. As always, Sears' tone puts readers at ease as he clearly explains medical terms and elucidates debates."
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