Birthing From Within by Pam England, CNM An Extra-ordinanry guide to Childbirth Preparation

Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin, CPM. Written by one of the pioneers of the return to home birth, this book details the birth process and guides women to have the best natural birth possible in whichever setting they choose. Encouraging, enlightening and empowering.

Birth Without Violence by Frederick Leboyer. The French classic which reintroduced "gentle birth", looking at birth from the infant's point of view.

Husband-Coached Childbirth by Robert Bradley, MD. The founder of the "Bradley Method", this is the classic guide to natural childbirth.

Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way by Susan McCutcheon. This book details the Bradley Method, complete with illustrations and exercises to prepare you for birth.

Misconceptions by Naomi Wolf. An expose of the misconceptions many women have about the "defective body", the medical birthing industry and becoming a mother.

The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin. Essential reading for husbands, partners and labor assistants. This book details everything from timing contractions to helping your partner with pain management.

The Silent Knife by Nancy Wainer Cohen. "The bible of cesarean prevention." --Wall Street Journal. "Required reading for all childbirth professionals and prospective parents." Journal of Gynecological Nursing

Baby Catcher: Chronicles of a Modern Midwife by Peggy Vincent. Hilarious and touching anecdotes of Ms. Vincent's experiences delivering babies at home.

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding from La Leche League International. A comprehensive guide to breastfeeding.

The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer. Valuable information about making educated choices in birth.

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Birth As a Healing Experience by Lois H. Freedman. Mothering Magazine says: "Compassionately examines the psychological aspects of pregnancy and birth... a worthwhile read."

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