Pregnancy/Childbirth Books

The Joy Of Natural Childbirth by Helen Wessel

The Classic - Updated For Today The first edition of this classic book was originally published in 1963. Dr. Sears, M.D. says this book is "a must for spiritually minded couples", and I concur. It presents a sound, scriptural philosophy of God's goodness in in birth. The Joy Of Natural Childbirth presents a well-researched scriptural philosophy of God's goodness in birth. The author addresses this topic with warmth in an even handed, non-alarmist fashion. Inside the book you will find it covers physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects of natural childbirth, the husbands role in enhancing pregnancy, birth, and parenting; common fears and misconceptions; the all-important information on pre-natal nutrition, preparation for joyful, natural birth; breast feeding advice; and family centered child care.

The author's wisdom is gleaned from extensive research and from experience as a mother of six and grandmother of an ever increasing number. She is founder of a ministry which certifies educators and trains couples in natural childbirth. This indispensable guide would be a welcome resource for any expectant mom. The first half of the book is written as a story, about a young Christian couple expecting their first baby. There is a lot of information to be picked up in the story, and even more follows in the second half of the book.

Part 2 has such chapter titles as "Childbirth Through the Centuries," "Childbirth in the Bible," "The Medical Model," "Family Sheltered Birthing," "Birthing God's Way," "The Joy of Natural Childbirth," and "The Joy of Breastfeeding." One of these chapters alone makes the book worth buying. All of them put together makes it a must-read, even if you are not planning an unmedicated birth.363pp.

Life Before Birth: A Christian Family Book by Gary E. Parker
Children wonder where babies come from. They wonder what they looked like when they were still growing inside their mother's womb. And they wonder why some people say its okay to kill pre-born babies, while others say it is wrong. Dr. Parker and his wife, Mary, explain the Biblical view of life before birth. Such topics as abortion and birth defects are covered in a special way. For grades 4-6, a firmly Biblical and reverent treatment, with scientific confirmation, of the God-ordained process of human reproduction. Illustrated. This sensitively written book with its 85 full-size pages of warm, colorful illustrations allows mom and dad to deal with important reproductive questions while communicating the awesome love of the Creator to children (October 1996) Master Books; ISBN: 0890511640.

Full Quiver: Family Planning and the Lordship of Christ by Rick & Jan Hess

A current, reprinted edition is sold directly by the authors for $10 postpaid in the USA: Rick & Jan Hess 7014 Chandler Acres Dr Bellevue NE 68147 Telephone (402) 731-6654 (The original 1990 Wolgemuth & Hyatt edition, ISBN 0-943497-83-3, is now out of print.).

Children: Blessing or Burden? (Exploding the Myth of the Small Family) by Max Heine

Max Heine explores the Biblical truths that help his readers understand their children to be blessings from God. From practical advice like family planning to analyzing government policy, Max covers all of the bases. Readers will begin to rethink society's view of children and ascribe more value to their own. ISBN: 0923463941 Publisher: Noble Publishing Associates Pub. Date: December 1995.

Childbirth the Bradley Way by Susan McCutcheon, Erick Ingraham (Illustrator), Robin Yoko Burningham (Illustrator)

Since the Bradley method was first introduced in 1970, a growing number of expectant parents have opted for natural childbirth, knowing that it's safer than medicated or surgical delivery. But where can parents-to-be go for information on how to have a successful Bradley birth? This book provides all the answers, offering sound advice on how to prepare physically for labor and what to expect during each of its stages. Photos & line drawings.