RESOURCES
Because when it comes to birth knowledge = confidence.
Here is an extensive list of resources to support you wherever you are in your journey to parenthood. Please click on the image to direct you to the list.
Birth & Midwifery
Pregnancy and Childbirth Education
birthroots.org
Recommended Books
Preconception
Taking Charge of Your Fertility by Toni Weschler
The Fifth Vital Sign by Lisa Hendrickson-Jack
Conscious Conception by Jeannine Parvarti Baker and Frederick Baker
The Essential Guide to Lesbian Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth by Stephanie Brill
Journey To Sam-Sex Parenthood: First Hand Advice, Tips, and Stories from Lesbian and Gay Couples by Eric Rosswood
The Essential Homebirth Guide by Jane E. Drichta & Jodilyn Owen
Pregnancy
Real Food in Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Nutrition by Lily Nichols
The Natural Pregnancy Book by Aviva Jill Romm
Our Bodies, Ourselves: Pregnancy & Birth by Boston Women’s Health Book Collective
Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year by Susun Weed
The Essential Homebirth Guide by Jane E. Drichta & Jodilyn Owen
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy for Lesbians: How to Stay Sane and Care for Yourself from Preconception through Birth by Rachel Pepper
Labor & Birth
Birth with Confidence: Savvy Choices for Normal Birth by Rhea Dempsey
Spiritual Midwifery by Ina May Gaskin
Birthing From Within by Pam England
Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
Gentle Birth, Gentle Mothering by Sarah Buckley
The Birth Partner by Penny Simpkin
Post-Partum & Breastfeeding
After the Baby’s Birth by Robin Lim
The Year After Childbirth: Enjoying Your Body, Your Relationships, and Yourself in Your Baby’s First Year by Sheila Kitzinger
Womanly Art of Breastfeeding by La Leche League International
Ina May’s Guide to Breastfeeding by Ina May Gaskin