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Childbirth Education Books
Reference Books
Childbirth Education: Practice, Research and Theory by Francine H. Nichols, Sharron Smith Humenick
This is another book that was used by the ICEA Teacher Certification Program. It contains a lot of the medical studies validating childbirth education and includes teaching principles.
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Active Management of Labor by O'Driscoll, Boylan, & Meagher
From Dublin, Ireland the fathers of Active Management of Labor explain the protocols and outcomes.
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Wise Woman Herbal for the Childbearing Year by Susan Weed
A collection of herbal remedies used for different aspects of childbearing, from infertility, pregnancy complaints, inductions, to postpartum needs! It even includes a section on how to make your own tinctures and brews.
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Obstetric Myths Versus Research Realities by Henci Goer
We spend a lot of time as educators explaining principles to our clients, sometimes we need to stop and do research ourselves. This book is a handy reference guide for almost anyone involved in childbirth. It includes quick references to many of the medical journals on the "hot" issues of the day such as: VBAC, epidurals, midwifery, episiotomy, and much more!
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The Breastfeeding Answer Book by Nancy McHrbacher
A great reference book for the doula, lactation consultant, or childbirth educator!
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Text Books
This basic midwifery text is not only informative but beautiful.
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Maternity and Gynecologic Care by Irene M. Bobak , Margaret Duncan Jensen
This book is a required book for the ICEA techer certification program. It is a wealth of maternity care information, explaining not only the labor and birth process but a lot of the medical procedures and complications that we are questioned about as educators.
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Myles for Midwives by Margaret F. Myles (Editor) , V. Ruth Bennett , Linda K. Brown
A classic Midwfiery text.
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OB/GYN Secrets by Helen Frederickson , Louise Wilkins-Haug
I use OB/GYN Secrets as a reference guide for many of the topics that aren't covered in depth in your basic texts. It is in a handy Q & A format.
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Williams Obstetrics by Paul C. MacDonald , Norman F. Gant , F. Gary Cunningham
A classic obstetrics texts used in many medical schools and in legal systems.
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Varney's Midwifery by Helen Varney
A classic Midwifery text.
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Human Labor & Birth by Harry Oxorn
A basic obstetrics texts with graphs, and drawings. I use this one for the hard to find information about rare disorders. I like the discussions of inductions in this text and the scales that it gives.
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Theory & History Books
A theory book on why birth in the United States has come to the place it is, written by an anthropologist.
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Milk, Money & Madness: The Culture and Politics of Breastfeeding by Dia L. Michels, Naomi Baumslag
A look at the behind-the-scenes thoughts on breastfeeding and how they influnce us today.
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Welcome to the World: Celebration of Birth and Babies from Many Cultures by Nikki Siegen-Smith (Compiler)
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Communicating Midwifery by Caroline Flint
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Making Midwives Legal by Raymond G. DeVries
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Lying-In: A History of Childbirth in America by Richard W. Wetz
A tour through the generous history of childbirth and how we wound up where we are today. I love this book because it really helps me see where we came from and how we need to proceed.
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Family Centered Maternity Care: Implementation Strategies by Susan McKay, Celeste Phillips
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Family Centered Maternity Care: A Basic Text by Celeste Phillips
This basic maternity text was once used as a part of the ICEA Teacher Certification Program. It defines FCMC and implements the concepts into the basic practices of obstetric nursing.
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Fun
Down in the Garden by Anne Geddes
From the delightful pictures of Anne Geddes, a collection of amazing babies and children in a garden theme. I think the peas in the pod were my favorites, or maybe the mole in the boot!
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Naked Babies by Anna Quindlen
I love nekkid babies! They are so adorable, and Ms. Quidlen catches all of the perfect shots of real life babies.
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You Just Glow! and Other Lies of Pregnancy by Victoria Roberts & Lisa K. Weiss
A humorous look at pregnancy symptoms that need to be taken in stride.
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Hard Labor: Hilarious Real-Life Stories About the Things Men and Women Do During Pregnancy by Jack York and Brian Krueger
Some of these stories are hilarious, like te dad who gives the new mom the boquet of flowers full of ants, and some make me angry like the dad who would have rather played golf. It's a funny look at childbirth from both points of view. Dads, don't try to drive through McDonald's on the way to the hospital!
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Welcome to the World: Celebration of Birth and Babies from Many Cultures by Nikki Siegen-Smith (Compiler)
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Childbirth Education Books
Guide to Careers in Birth by Suzanne Robotti and Margaret Ann Inman
A great book about job opportunities, like becoming a doula or childbrith educator. How to get started, what are your options, training requirements, and much more!
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Teaching Natural Birth by Jan Whitcomb
Finally! A book about how to teach natural childbirth and running a business! It contains a lot of tips on advertising, collecting fees, and much more!
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Childbirth Education: Practice, Research and Theory by Francine H. Nichols, Sharron Smith Humenick
This is another book that was used by the ICEA Teacher Certification Program. It contains a lot of the medical studies validating childbirth education and includes teaching principles.
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Leading Antenatal Classes by Judy Priest, Judith Schott
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Childbirth Education: A Nursing Perspective by Jeannette L. Sasmor
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Episiotomy & the Second Stage of Labor by Penny Simkin & Shelia Kitzinger
This is the original book written about episiotomies! This is a must read for every educator, doula, nurse, midwife and OB. This will help you demystify this practice and answer your clients questions about the procedure in a straightforward way.
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Episiotomy : Challenging Obstetric Interventions by Ian D. Graham 
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Doula Books
The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin, PT, CD(DONA)
The most comprehensive guide to supporting a laboring woman available. This work is designed to be used before and during delivery, including quick reference guides for the on the spot coaching.
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Mothering the Mother: How a Doula Can Help You Have a Shorter, Easier & Healthier Birth by John H. Kennell , Phyllis H. Klaus , Marshall H. Klaus
For consumers and professionals, this book about doulas and professional labor support can enlighten and entertain you. By the authors of the studies!
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Easing Labor Pain by Adrienne Lieberman
A comprehensive book on all of your pain relief options. Including: medications, massage, TENS, positioning, and more!
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Pregnancy Massage by Bette Waters
A great book on the how-tos of massage during pregnancy, with simple instructions and a great discussion of the benefits.
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Special Women: The Role of the
Professional Labor Assistant by Perez & Snedecker
The only book out for professional labor supports, an original!
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Doulas of North America's Reading List
For the Doulas of North America Certification Program.
High Risk Pregnancy
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Preterm Labor: Prevention and Nursing Management by Margaret Comerford Freda, Ellen Tate Patterson, Karla Damus
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Obstetric Nursing Books
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The Obstetric Nurse's Survival Guide by Yondell Masten, Brenda Goodner, Jan Rose
Great for the birth bag! A handy guide to the medical procedures and lab values of a laboring woman.
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Other Great Books!
Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth by Henci Goer
Up-to-date information on the newest and oldest inc hildbirth. Quick factual references on many topic of debate in the obstetrical world today. A must for every woman.
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Birthing From Within by Pam England, Rob Horowitz
A revolutionary look at childbirth, a self-taught childbirth class of amazing ability.
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The VBAC Companion : The Expectant Mother's Guide to Vaginal Birth After Cesarean by Diana Korte
Another great book by Diana Korte, this time in support of the consumer and VBAC information. Includes many sections of interest, including resources, even Internet resources!
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Good Birth, Safe Birth by Diana Korte and Roberta Scaer
A consumer's guide to birth in the 90s. A primer in choices for brith and how to decide what you want and how to get those choices.
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Open Season: A Survival Guide for Natural Birth and VBAC in the 90's by Nancy Wainer Cohen
A follow up to the classic "Silent Knife" with vaulable new information and resources. The sequel deals more with VBAC than the original.
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Silent Knife: Cesarean Prevention & VBAC by Nancy Wainer Cohen & Lois Estner
A classic! This book helped fuel the uproar over cesareans that were not necessary by trying to make consumers more aware of their options. A great book, worth reading even if you are past the baby years.
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