The Complete Book of Pregnancy and Childbirth (Revised)60 reviews
Sheila Kitzinger

Knopf, 2003

19 years and two healthy children later...

+ An Amazing Resource!

hindsight being what it is I would have to say that Sheila's book gave me the courage of my convictions and the reassurance that we are born to do this baby rearing. I spend time on both continents and see very little problem with moms having a little wine or beer while pregnant or nursing~heck, ...
  
  











  



  
It Could Happen To You: Diary Of A Pregnancy and Beyond41 reviews
Martha Brockenbrough

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2002

Great Gift for the New Mother

+ Disappointed but still like the seller...
+ A fun read for any "career woman" who is suddenly expecting

My sister had just had her first baby and was feeling overwhelmed. After reading some reviews, I purchased this book for her. My sister said she read the book while baby was sleeping in her arms, but was laughing so hard at times she'd have to put the book down to keep from awakening or ...
  
  











  



  
The Mother of All Pregnancy Books: The Ultimate Guide to Conception, Birth, and Everything In Between (U.S. ...167 reviews
Ann Douglas

Wiley, 2002

It really is the mother of all pregrancy books

+ Very helpful information for pre-conception

After reading several other pregnancy books, although reading over the same topics, Ann Douglas provides more helpful information. Her writing style is easy to read, funny at times and not biased. You feel as if you are listening to a friend sometimes. This book covers everything from preconception ...
  
  











  



  
Our Bodies Ourselves For The New Century (A Touchstone book)32 reviews
Boston Women's Health Book Collective

Touchstone, 1998

A great woman's health book for any age of women!

+ A Must Have book
+ If you liked this book. . .
+ Great introduction to women's health
  
  











  



  
Love Letters to My Baby11 reviews
Vickey Banks

Multnomah Books, 2000

Look at the "see inside" feature to review the book

+ Best Journal Ever!
+ Wonderful Gift!
+ Something I look forward to giving my daughter when she's older
+ Making an heirloom
  
  











  



  
The Nursing Mother's Companion: Revised Edition82 reviews
Kathleen Huggins

Harvard Common Press, 2005

The only guide that you need and will grow with your baby's needs

+ Very helpful
+ Buy This Book if You Plan to Breastfeed
+ The MOST COMPREHENSIVE Breastfeeding Resource!
+ Great book!
  
  











  



  
Waiting for Birdy: A Year of Frantic Tedium, Neurotic Angst, and the Wild Magic of Growing a Family57 reviews
Catherine Newman

Penguin (Non-Classics), 2005

Newman's Confessions are Authentic, Honest, and Reassuring

+ Delightful
+ Whoa- So True. Saves me from writing my own memoir
+ waiting for birdy
+ Comedic, truthful look at parenting!
  
  











  



  
The Pregnancy Journal; A Day-To-Day Guide to a Healthy and Happy Pregnancy255 reviews
A. Christine Harris, 1996

Excellent resource!!!

+ The Pregnancy Journal
+ Cannot say how much I love this book.

I love this journal. It has excellent information everyday. It tells you what your baby is doing daily. I would recommend this to all moms-to-be.
  
  











  



  
The Doula Book: How a Trained Labor Companion Can Help You Have a Shorter, Easier, and Healthier Birth20 reviews
Marshall H. Klaus, John H. Kennell, ...

Da Capo Press, 2002

bought it new, perfect condition. Shipped quickly.

+ A must read for Doulas
+ Great!

Currently going through birth doula certification through DONA, this is one of the required reads.
  
  











  



  
Nursing Mother, Working Mother: The Essential Guide for Breastfeeding and Staying Close to Your Baby After ...36 reviews
Gale Pryor

Harvard Common Press, 1996

the best nursing book ever

+ Unique and Valuable Resources for Working Mothers
+ Excellent book for mothers who want to breastfeed properly
+ Must read
+ NURSING MOTHER WORKING MOTHER
  
  











  



  
Active Birth : The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally, Revised Edition43 reviews
Janet Balaskas

Harvard Common Press, 1992

Very Helpful

+ great book to all mothers to be
+ Very Informative and A Must Read For Pregnancy
+ Practical and reassuring
+ Excellent book
  
  











  



  
Smart Medicine for a Healthier Child45 reviews
Janet Zand, Robert Rountree, ...

Avery, 2003

Well-Rounded for ALL Parents

+ Very useful
+ Old Version Better
+ simply the best book I have ever seen on this topic
+ The only book you will need for your family
  
  











  



  
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth223 reviews
Ina May Gaskin

Bantam, 2003

AWESOME BOOK!!!!!! THE BEST BOOK EVER

+ A must have for expecting mothers
+ This mom-to-be found this book invaluable
+ A Must Read!
+ Great Resource for Positive Birth Stories!
  
  











  



  
Expecting : One Man's Uncensored Memoir of Pregnancy5 reviews
Gordon Churchwell

HarperCollins, 2000

Intensely humorous memoir

+ Excellent, excellent
+ Probes beyond the usual - starkingly funny
+ lots of wit and insight, a bit too much sociobiology
  
  











  



  
Birth as an American Rite of Passage5 reviews
Robbie E. Davis-Floyd

University of California Press, 2004

Exposes Obstetric care as a disempowering ritual

+ a must-read
+ Necessary reading
+ Wonderful and thoughtful reading experience!
+ An amazing look into the technocracy of birth.
  
  











  



  
Baby Bargains: Secrets To Saving 20% To 50% On Baby Furniture, Equipment, Clothes, Toys, Maternity Wear, And ...688 reviews
Denise Fields, Alan Fields

Windsor Peak Press, 2005

Great for first time parents

+ The book seems great, but watch which edition you are getting...
+ Should be mandatory for the newly pregnant
+ Must buy book for new parents!!!
+ Great book!
  
  











  



  
The Pregnancy Bible: Your Complete Guide to Pregnancy and Early Parenthood66 reviews

Firefly Books, 2003

Best pregnancy book

+ Great book!
+ Great Book...
+ Excellent guide for new parents
  
  











  



  
Essential Exercises for the Childbearing Year: A Guide to Health and Comfort Before and After Your Baby Is ...16 reviews
Elizabeth Noble

New Life Images, 2003

Worth the time to read

+ essentail exercises for the childbearing years
+ Must Have
+ Essential Exercises For The Childbearing Year
  
  











  



  
An Easier Childbirth: A Mother's Guide to Birthing Normally5 reviews
Gayle Peterson

Shadow and Light Publications, 1993

Dealing with Pain

+ A Different Way to Prepare
+ Important
+ Insightful, sensitive and on-the-mark
  
  











  



  
The Birth Partner: Everything You Need to Know to Help a Woman Through Childbirth, Second Edition55 reviews
Penny Simkin

Harvard Common Press, 2001

Excellent purchase.

+ Recommended
+ A great resource, like a childbirth class
+ Loved this book
+ A must-have for a nervous husband!