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Journey into Motherhood: Inspirational Stories of Natural BirthJourney into Motherhood: Inspirational Stories of Natural Birth by Sheri L. Menelli
Buy used from: $10.00
Read inspirational stories from others who have been there and done that. It is a collection of birth stories, positive birth stories. It's impossible to go out without hearing horror stories about birth, so why not read POSITIVE stories so you know that you can do it!
Hypnobabies Home Study Course for Expectant Mothers Plus 2 Bonus CdsHypnobabies Home Study Course for Expectant Mothers Plus 2 Bonus Cds
Buy new: $143.95
Taking a class with an instructor is the best bet because you not only get the wonderful materials, you also get wonderful friends and a wonderful instructor with his/her personal knowledge, training and experience.
Hypnosis for an Easy Pregnancy CD SetHypnosis for an Easy Pregnancy CD Set
Buy new: $27.95
Not into the whole Hypnobabies program? How about some deep relaxation? You can get this Easy Pregnancy Set to practice deep relaxation during your pregnancy.
Pregnant in AmericaPregnant in America
Buy new: $22.49 / Used from: $15.29
This documentary about the current state of Maternity Care in the USA and it is also very educational. It is a very balanced documentary with well-chosen maternity care experts.
The Business of Being BornThe Business of Being Born
Buy new: $5.79 / Used from: $4.70
This is great to watch before becoming pregnant or between pregnancies. It may be too "negative" for an already pregnant mama trying to think completely positive thoughts about pregnancy.
Active Birth : The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally, Revised EditionActive Birth : The New Approach to Giving Birth Naturally, Revised Edition by Janet Balaskas
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $6.15
Did you know you can move around and still use Hypnosis for pain relief during your birth? Most people think you have to lay down, perfectly still, with your eyes closed. Not so! Move around!
The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better BirthThe Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer
Buy new: $10.37 / Used from: $2.92
Wonderful book on many of the issues you should educate yourself on before having a baby. It really does get you thinking.
Ina May's Guide to ChildbirthIna May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin
Buy new: $12.24 / Used from: $9.99
An amazing book to prepare yourself for childbirth. The first half of the book is full of inspirational birth stories about safe births at The Farm in Summertown, TN. The second half is the facts and figures of how they produced those amazing births - safely and sacredly.
Breastfeeding Made Simple: Seven Natural Laws for Nursing MothersBreastfeeding Made Simple: Seven Natural Laws for Nursing Mothers by Nancy Mohrbacher
Buy new: $11.53 / Used from: $9.98
Breastfeeding sounds simple enough, but without being around breastfeeding moms and babies, it can be difficult to figure out. Educating yourself will make you feel more confident, comfortable and hopefully help you avoid the challenges that many mothers face.
Eat Well, Lose Weight, While Breastfeeding: The Complete Nutrition Book for Nursing MothersEat Well, Lose Weight, While Breastfeeding: The Complete Nutrition Book for Nursing Mothers by Eileen Behan
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $3.93
Almost every woman is concerned with her weight, and even though you know you shouldn't crash diet when you are nursing your baby, you still want to eat healthy and be fit. You can be fit, healthy and breastfeed. this book can help you with that.
The Breastfeeding Book: Everything You Need to Know About Nursing Your Child from Birth Through WeaningThe Breastfeeding Book: Everything You Need to Know About Nursing Your Child from Birth Through Weaning by Martha Sears
Buy new: $10.19 / Used from: $0.68
Great, easy to read breastfeeding book. Martha Sears is a mother, LLLI Leader, RN and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. She has been where you are as a new mother AND she is also a trained professional.
The Happiest Baby on the Block - The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Baby Sleep Longer (DVD)The Happiest Baby on the Block - The New Way to Calm Crying and Help Your Baby Sleep Longer (DVD)
Buy new: $20.99 / Used from: $7.90
Want to help your baby sleep and know what to do if he starts to cry? The 5's and other techniques will help you get to know and enjoy your baby, keeping him calm and helping him sleep longer.
BabywearingBabywearing by Maria Blois
Buy used from: $33.03
Baby wearing is practical and precious for parents and babies. Not only can baby be close to your heart, breath and breast, you can still have your hands free and GET THINGS DONE!Enough said.
Sleeping with Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to CosleepingSleeping with Your Baby: A Parent's Guide to Cosleeping by James J. McKenna
Buy new: $10.17 / Used from: $8.99
Did you know there is research about cosleeping? Did you know that there is a sleep lab at Notre Dame University that studies moms and babies who sleep together and their sleeping pasterns, safety and activity? Well that research, recommendations and more has been combined into an easy to read, short book for parents considering or already choosing the family bed or cosleeping.
Baby Ktan Baby Carrier - Brown, SmallBaby Ktan Baby Carrier - Brown, Small
Buy new: $57.75
We carry this sling and I love it. Easy to use and very secure!
Luna Lullaby Soothing Swaddle Blanket - Twinkle Twinkle 3 packLuna Lullaby Soothing Swaddle Blanket - Twinkle Twinkle 3 pack
Awesome swaddling blankets - BIG, square, breathable - perfect for wrapping up your little bundle. We sell these too b/c swaddling is such a great baby soothing tool and these blankets make swaddling so much easier. A wonderful DVD is included in case you need a lesson or refresher on how to swaddle.
The Baby Book: Everything You Need to Know About Your Baby from Birth to Age Two (Revised and Updated Edition)The Baby Book: Everything You Need to Know About Your Baby from Birth to Age Two (Revised and Updated Edition) by William Sears
Buy new: $14.29 / Used from: $4.25
Babies don't come with instruction manuals...you have to buy it separately and here it is!!