Resources for the family-to-be

Online

DONA International - The world's premiere doula organization

Lamaze International - Envisions a world of confident women choosing a normal birth.

Hugabug Baby Wearing - Stylish, affordable and handcrafted baby apparel and carriers, made locally.

A Mothers' Boutique - Maternity and breastfeeding clothing, nursing bras, breast pumps, slings and accessories.

Breastfeeding.com - Everything for the New Mom

Publications

The Official Lamaze Guide - A book that tells you what to expect, not what to fear, during pregnancy and birth.

The Birth Partner - Everything you need to know to help a woman through childbirth.

Gentle Birth Choices - Written by a delivery R.N. and includes a DVD.

The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth - Practical information for a safe, satisfying childbirth.

Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn: The Complete Guide - A great resource that is continually updated by the authors.

The Nursing Mother's Companion - Loads of information on topics like milk production, drug safety during breastfeeding, etc.

The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers - Covers all of the issues you may encounter while nursing.

When Survivors Give Birth: Understanding and Healing the Effects of Early Sexual Abuse on Childbearing Women - A good resource for mothers who are also survivors of sexual abuse.