what parents are saying
A must have for any birth partner. My husband over this book and felt this was the best pregnancy and labor book that helped prepare him for how best to help me in labor. (Jan 19, 2016)
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what parents are saying
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- Alliyah D.
Seattle, Washington
I bought this for my partner who will be my support person during labor and we found it somewhat helpful, but also felt like we got more out of a 2 hour labor coping class. Jan 19, 2020
- Tiffany H.
Oklahoma City , Oklahoma
I read this before helping a friend give birth in hospital. I’d recommend it for anyone having a baby or partner to someone having a baby. Women need the support and advocacy, this book is a how to! Mar 20, 2019
- Bridget N.
Louisville, Kentucky
My wife read this book before we had our first biological child and it helped her help me and stay calm even when I wasn't Oct 21, 2018
- Liz W.
Charleston, West Virginia
Straightforward, useful, down to earth. Dec 05, 2016
- Sarah S.
Smyrna, New York
Great book. :) Dec 04, 2015
- Cait B.
Saint Louis, Missouri
My partner read this and it helped him be good for me. Jul 02, 2015
- Celine b.
Walnut creek, California
Great book of helping partners get on board Feb 21, 2015
- Kelly R.
United States of America
Super helpful for my husband to be on the same page for delivery--lots of practical suggestions Nov 06, 2014
- Faith C.
United States of America
If you want natural childbirth, read this book! It's pretty dense, but I liked that. Oct 31, 2014
- Briana S.
Mountain view, California
My husband is reading it and learning so much. He is always trying out new massage techniques on me! Oct 31, 2014
- Bronwyn D.
Greenwich, New York
Great book for those to be parents! Oct 28, 2014
- Rosana M.
United States of America
Helped me make decisions on how to proceed and was super-informative especially if you're considering a doula Oct 27, 2014
- Michele M.
United States of America
Tons of info, but well-organized for quick reference. A must-read for partners and mamas. Aug 30, 2014
My husband recommends this book to every expecting dad (and he's not normally a reader) Apr 24, 2014
- Roslyn L.
Barrie, Ontario
My husband really appreciated this before our son's birth. Helpful information and good suggestions for how to support mom in labour Mar 12, 2014
ADORE THIS. Best book i've read on labor and delivery written in a clear, UNJUDGEMENTAL way. Great for dads, home births, hospital births, anyone who wants to learn more about they way bodies work. Feb 12, 2014
Great for dad's or the labour support teams. We borrowed it from the library. My husband didn't read it so thoroughly though since we had a doula but he should have... Feb 03, 2014
great education for your partner and you. Dec 16, 2013
- Rachel P.
Somerville, Massachusetts
The BEST book I read prior to labor. Meant for birth partners, but totally relevant to moms. It made me feel prepared and confident. Oct 27, 2013
good book for daddy's or others assisting in a birth. Oct 11, 2013
- Thalia P.
United States of America
a terrific resource for dads/partners/family who will be there to support you for the birth. Apr 24, 2013
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- Megan K.
Macomb, New York
It's okay, but I found myself getting bored by it. In the end, your husband will do just fine if he actually tries. Mar 02, 2016
- Christina H.
Denver, Colorado
A must have for any birth partner. My husband over this book and felt this was the best pregnancy and labor book that helped prepare him for how best to help me in labor. Jan 19, 2016
- Leisha M.
Mount Morris , Michigan
A good book to help prepare for labor. Oct 28, 2014
- Laura S.
United States of America
The absolute best read for expecting parents to prepare for birth. Jul 23, 2014
- Ashlee L.
Washington, District of Columbia
I recommend this to all my pregnant friends, it is the best book you can get while expecting, my husband and I read it aloud together, it was super helpful day of the birth as well, best info out ther Feb 12, 2014
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- Alliyah D.
Seattle, Washington
I bought this for my partner who will be my support person during labor and we found it somewhat helpful, but also felt like we got more out of a 2 hour labor coping class. Jan 19, 2020
- Tiffany H.
Oklahoma City , Oklahoma
I read this before helping a friend give birth in hospital. I’d recommend it for anyone having a baby or partner to someone having a baby. Women need the support and advocacy, this book is a how to! Mar 20, 2019
- Bridget N.
Louisville, Kentucky
My wife read this book before we had our first biological child and it helped her help me and stay calm even when I wasn't Oct 21, 2018
- Liz W.
Charleston, West Virginia
Straightforward, useful, down to earth. Dec 05, 2016
- Sarah S.
Smyrna, New York
Great book. :) Dec 04, 2015
- Cait B.
Saint Louis, Missouri
My partner read this and it helped him be good for me. Jul 02, 2015
- Celine b.
Walnut creek, California
Great book of helping partners get on board Feb 21, 2015
- Kelly R.
United States of America
Super helpful for my husband to be on the same page for delivery--lots of practical suggestions Nov 06, 2014
- Faith C.
United States of America
If you want natural childbirth, read this book! It's pretty dense, but I liked that. Oct 31, 2014
- Briana S.
Mountain view, California
My husband is reading it and learning so much. He is always trying out new massage techniques on me! Oct 31, 2014
- Bronwyn D.
Greenwich, New York
Great book for those to be parents! Oct 28, 2014
- Rosana M.
United States of America
Helped me make decisions on how to proceed and was super-informative especially if you're considering a doula Oct 27, 2014
- Michele M.
United States of America
Tons of info, but well-organized for quick reference. A must-read for partners and mamas. Aug 30, 2014
My husband recommends this book to every expecting dad (and he's not normally a reader) Apr 24, 2014
- Roslyn L.
Barrie, Ontario
My husband really appreciated this before our son's birth. Helpful information and good suggestions for how to support mom in labour Mar 12, 2014
ADORE THIS. Best book i've read on labor and delivery written in a clear, UNJUDGEMENTAL way. Great for dads, home births, hospital births, anyone who wants to learn more about they way bodies work. Feb 12, 2014
Great for dad's or the labour support teams. We borrowed it from the library. My husband didn't read it so thoroughly though since we had a doula but he should have... Feb 03, 2014
great education for your partner and you. Dec 16, 2013
- Rachel P.
Somerville, Massachusetts
The BEST book I read prior to labor. Meant for birth partners, but totally relevant to moms. It made me feel prepared and confident. Oct 27, 2013
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