Where to start…
Below is a list of my favorite resources for mothers and partners. They cover different stages of pregnancy, styles of labor, and media form preferences.
Books
The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin
Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
Natural Hospital Birth by Cynthia Gabriel
Natural Childbirth the Bradley Way by Susan McCutcheon
This Isn’t What I Expected: Overcoming Postpartum Depression by Karen R. Kleiman and Valerie D. Raskin
Websites
Spinning Babies - Guide to baby positioning
La Leche League - Breastfeeding Resource, Guidance, and Support
KellyMom - Breastfeeding and Parenting Resource
Podcasts
Down to Birth - this podcast is hosted by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and a Midwife/Hypnobirth Instructor. It is a great mix of information, birth stories told by the mothers, and Q&A’s.
Evidence Based Birth - with no lean towards natural or medicated birth, this covers topics related to pregnancy and childbirth purely based on large amount of research and data!
Having your ideal birth is not about luck or fate, but research, education, and preparation
Local Resources
1st Step Family Wellness - Chiropractic care
Thrive for Life - Chiropractic care, acupuncture
Kangaroo Kids - Breastfeeding Support Group
Contact me for a list of local resources specific to your needs!
Childbirth Classes
There are lots of options for childbirth education classes such as Hypnobirth, Bradley Method, and local hospital classes. I would recommend researching several and choosing what feels like it would give you the confidence to follow your instincts during labor.
Find what you need to build trust with your body and your intuition
