PSA: (Unsolicited) Pregnancy Book Recommendation

Lilwatz

So, I will caveat that I am only halfway through, but I am really finding this book helpful. 

The Birth Partner by Penny Simkin (https://www.amazon.com/The-Birth-Partner-Third-Edition/dp/1558323570)

My sister gave it to me to read after she and her husband read it before her daughter was born.  She had originally gotten it for him, but she read it too and said it really prepared her for what to expect and many things she didn't consider.  I'm about halfway through and it is very much my style.  It goes through things systematically and explains the rationale as to why I might be feeling how I do and tells my husband (or whomever is supporting me, really) how to best support me in each of the many phases of the labor and birthing process.  

Not only has this book given us some great ideas on how to prepare for this day, but has also given me a new outlook on a terrifying thing (yes, I am terrified of delivering this baby!).  I feel like with a plan and proper expectations of all that can happen and ideas on how to work through them, I can maybe handle this!

runningmama14

Just bought it for my nook! Thanks!

Kristil2014

I will look into this one. I have heard about it before. Thanks for the recommendation.