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Pregnancy Books and Videos

Looking for the perfect pregnancy book? Here are some of my favorites, including books for dads, breastfeeding books and some movies too.
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  2. Parenting Books (10)
  3. Pregnancy Videos and DVDs (6)

Books for Pregnancy, Breastfeeding and Parenting

Here is your one stop shop for recommended books on pregnancy, parenting and breastfeeding.

Multiple Pregnancy Books (Twins and More)

If you just found out you're expecting twin, triplets or other higher order multiples, you're probably looking for more information. Here are some great resources for you.

What books did your husband read in pregnancy?

Reading pregnancy books is not something that many dads spend a lot of time doing. So it's important to pick the right books. What books did your guy read about pregnancy or birth? What did he like about that book?

Books to Read to Babies

These are the best books to read to your baby during pregnancy and after they are born.

Pregnancy Organizers

A pregnancy organizer is part pregnancy journal and part shopping list. Each has its own style but what it contains and will help you retain tends to not be drastically different. But being able to keep everything in one spot for future reference or simply as a shopping guide is very handy. Here are some of my favorites.

Books to Help You Prepare for a Natural Childbirth

There are a lot of things that you need to do to prepare for a natural birth. Deciding to forgo medications means knowing how to comfort yourself in labor and to find someone to help you stay comfortable. These books all provide information on keeping you comfortable.

Books for Childbirth Educators and Doulas

These books are great to keep in your library if you are a doula, childbirth educator or just love to read on the topic of birth and pregnancy. Some of these are regular mass media pregnancy books while others are geared towards the professional.

Nutrition and Recipe Books for Pregnancy and Postpartum

Fun recipe books to help you get the food you need while pregnant!

Your Best Birth by Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein

A review of Your Best Birth by Ricki Lake and Abby Epstein, a book on how to make the best decision for your family about birth from the creators of the Business of Being Born (BOBB).

Meditations for Pregnancy

Meditations for Pregnancy is a really interesting read and a definitely different pregnancy book.

Breastfeed Book Reviews

Breastfeeding books can be life savers for the nursing mother. Do you have a breastfeeding book review that would help someone choose the right breastfeeding book? See submissions

Cesarean Section and Vaginal Birth After Cesarean (VBAC) Books

With about a third of women having cesarean births and many who contemplate vaginal birth after cesarean (VBAC), there needs to be more knowledge on a potential surgical birth. Learning about a c-section before you labor, can help you make the best decision for you and your family.

Brought to Earth by Birth - Harriette Hartigan

Brought to Earth by Birth, a new book by Harriette Hartigan, is an amazing pictorial of pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding and newborns.

Skinny Bitch Bun in the Oven

Skinny Bitch Bun in the Oven is a nutrition and diet book for pregnancy and beyond.

Pregnancy Books

Whether you're looking for a pregnancy book on how your baby grows in pregnancy or for advice on coping with pregnancy physically or emotionally, there is a book on this list for you!

Pregnancy Books for Children

Need a good book to help your child deal with the prospect of a new sibling? From pregnancy and birth to sibling rivalry, we've got your books!

Pregnancy Loss Books

Pregnancy losses, like miscarriage and ectopic pregnancy, can effect about 1 in 5 couples. Here are some resources to help you understand the facts and emotions behind the loss.

Expecting Tales - Pregnancy Journaling Kit

Expecting Tales is a unique pregnancy journaling guide that lets you say what you want, when you want - no pressure, seriously.

Feed the Belly - Review

Feed the Belly - Review of this pregnancy nutrition book.

Pregnancy To Do's

Pregnancy To Do's is a huge book of handy lists for pregnancy planning.

The Newly Non-Drinking Girl's Guide to Pregnancy

The Newly Non-Drinking Girl's Guide to Pregnancy - A review for women who are looking for a little fun without alcohol.

My Life as a Baby - First Year Calendar

As a busy mom I have no time to write everything down in your average baby book. This doesn't mean I want to let the miraculous first year pass without a record. I love first year calendars for that reason. Here is my current favorite for first year baby calendars.

The Everything Pregnancy Book

A nice, concise pregnancy book for anyone.

Pregnancy Books

Share your favorite and not-so-favorite pregnancy books. Tell everyone about the pregnancy books you love and the ones you love to hate. See submissions

Review Your Favorite Pregnancy Books for Kids

Do you have some pregnancy books for kids that you love or that your children love? Here is a place to review them to share your favorite pregnancy books for kids with others.See submissions

The Complete Book of Breastfeeding - Review

A lactation consultant reviews The Complete Book of Breastfeeding.

Making Me: The Pregnancy Activity Book for My Big Brother or Sister

A review of the sibling pregnancy journal: Making Me - The Pregnancy Activity Book for My Big Brother or Sister by Julie Carr.

Pregnancy Loss Book Reviews

A review of pregnancy loss books for couples, families, children and others spanning from early pregnancy, miscarriage to stillbirth and early infant loss.

The Mommy MD Guide to Pregnancy

A review of the book The Mommy MD Guide to Pregnancy.

Epidural Without Guilt Review

A review of the book Epidural Without Guilt.

Mommy Feeds Baby - Children's Breastfeeding Book Review

Mommy Feeds Baby is a breastfeeding book designed to show children that nursing a baby is a part of everyday life.

The Pregnancy Test (Book) Review

A look at the book The Pregnancy Test, 150 Important, Embarrassing and Slightly Neurotic Questions.

Mom's One Line a Day Review

The Mom's One Line a Day is a funky little five year baby book and journal rolled into one. Here is a look at this quirky little book.

The Mommy Doc's Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Birth

A review of The Mommy Doc's Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Birth, which can be quite heavy handed at times, without the facts.

One Year to an Organized Life With Baby Review

One Year to an Organized Life With Baby guides you through an entire year to help you prepare for your baby and make it through your to-do list of pregnancy and beyond easily.

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy Review

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy: 100 Recipes for a Nutritious, Delicious, Nine Months is reviewed as a pregnancy cook book!

Fitbook mama2b Review

A review and look at the new Fitbook mama2b fitness and nutritional diary for pregnancy.

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