These are all the books I’ve read and found truly helpful throughout my pregnancies and parenthood. From preparing for birth to navigating postpartum life and parenting toddlers, this list covers everything I wish I had known ahead of time. Whether y...
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Fertility, Pregnancy, & birth
Parenting
Fertility, Pregnancy, & birth
Helped me get my unmedicated hospital birth!
Natural Hospital Birth 2nd Edition: The Best of Both Worlds|Paperback
TTC? Want to avoid conventional birth control? Balance your hormones or just educate yourself on your body? This is the book you need!
Taking Charge of your Fertility: Home
This book has so many helpful coping methods for birth. I used several techniques during my pregnancy and unmedicated birth.
Hypnobirthing: Natural Approach to Safe Birth
Reminds you of the beautiful side of childbirth.
Ina May's Guide to Childbirth Updated
An insightful guide to creating your unique, positive birth.
Birthing from Within
Parenting
This book transformed how I interact with my toddler. It teaches the power of connection, play, and empathy to guide behavior instead of punishment. Full of practical tips for turning everyday moments into opportunities for bonding and learning.
Playful Parenting: New Approach to Raising Kids
Helps you realize sometimes less is more
Simplicity Parenting: Using the Power of Less
Based on Waldorf principles. This books covers from birth to age 6. Learn about the stages of learning, discipline, and creating the best home environment.
You Are Your Child's First Teacher, 3rd Ed
Become a calmer and happier mother using Buddhist teachings!