Here is a list of the best Holistic Pregnancy books, some I have read myself, some that I did research on, and all have great reviews!
- The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth (2017)
- The Natural Pregnancy Book, Third Edition: Your Complete Guide to a Safe, Organic Pregnancy and Childbirth with Herbs, Nutrition, and Other Holistic Choices (2014)
- Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal Nutrition (2018)
- Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives (2005)
- Nurture: A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, Early Motherhood and Trusting Yourself and Your Body (Pregnancy Books, Mom to Be Gifts, Newborn Books, Birthing Books) (2017)
- The Modern Doula’s Guide to Building a Healthy Foundation from Pregnancy Through Birth (2015)
- Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth “Updated With New Material” (2003)
- The Whole 9 Months: A Week-By-Week Pregnancy Nutrition Guide with Recipes for a Healthy Start (2016)
- Holistic Midwifery: A Comprehensive Textbook for Midwives in Homebirth Practice, Vol. 2: Care of the Mother and Baby from the Onset of Labor Through the First Hours After Birth (2013)
- Holistic Midwifery: A Comprehensive Textbook for Midwives in Homebirth Practice, Vol. 1: Care During Pregnancy (2010)
- A Holistic Guide To Embracing Pregnancy, Childbirth, And Motherhood (2002)
- The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality (2017)
- Pregnancy: Holistic Women’s Guide Book to A Healthy Pregnancy (Childbirth, Motherhood, Holistic Medicine & Herbal Supplementation) (2016)
The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth (2017)
on her YouTube channel and even more on MamaNatural.com, Howland's (a.k.a. Mama Natural) funny but informational videos have empowered millions of women to embrace natural pregnancy and parenting.
The Natural Pregnancy Book, Third Edition: Your Complete Guide to a Safe, Organic Pregnancy and Childbirth with Herbs, Nutrition, and Other Holistic Choices (2014)
Every mother wants the best for her unborn child, from the baby’s conception to birth. What’s more, every mother wants clear, straightforward information delivered in a calm, empowering voice from someone who knows the facts. Enter Dr. Aviva Jill Romm, an expert in natural childbirth with more than twenty years of experience in both alternative and allopathic medicine.
Real Food for Pregnancy: The Science and Wisdom of Optimal Prenatal Nutrition (2018)
Prenatal nutrition can be confusing. A lot of the advice you have been given about what to eat (or what not to eat) is well-meaning, but frankly, outdated or not evidenced-based. In Real Food for Pregnancy, you will get clear answers on what to eat and why, with research to back up every recommendation.
Magical Beginnings, Enchanted Lives (2005)
A much-needed antidote to our modern, assembly-line approach to childbirth, this new book is designed as a guide for all who wish to participate in the wondrous process of bringing new life into the world.
Nurture: A Modern Guide to Pregnancy, Birth, Early Motherhood and Trusting Yourself and Your Body (Pregnancy Books, Mom to Be Gifts, Newborn Books, Birthing Books) (2017)
–Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious and One Potato Nurture is the only all-in-one pregnancy and birthing book for modern mothers-to-be and their partners who want a more integrative approach. Author Erica Chidi Cohen has assisted countless births and helped hundreds of families ease into their new roles through her work as a doula.
The Modern Doula’s Guide to Building a Healthy Foundation from Pregnancy Through Birth (2015)
Strengthening your own foundation is one of the very best beginnings you can give your child. In The Mindful Mom-to-Be, doula and pregnancy coach Lori Bregman guides you in your journey toward motherhood by empowering you to find what works best for you and your baby.
Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth “Updated With New Material” (2003)
What you need to know to have the best birth experience for you. Drawing upon her thirty-plus years of experience, Ina May Gaskin, the nation’s leading midwife, shares the benefits and joys of natural childbirth by showing women how to trust in the ancient wisdom of their bodies for a healthy and fulfilling birthing experience.
The Whole 9 Months: A Week-By-Week Pregnancy Nutrition Guide with Recipes for a Healthy Start (2016)
“I’m thrilled that Dr. Lang has put her valuable knowledge into these pages.
Holistic Midwifery: A Comprehensive Textbook for Midwives in Homebirth Practice, Vol. 2: Care of the Mother and Baby from the Onset of Labor Through the First Hours After Birth (2013)
The new edition of this widely used classic contains a number of updates and revisions, particularly focusing on updates in clinical practice while retaining the comprehensiveness and depth of detail that is characteristic of Anne’s work. This paperback edition has a sewn and wrapped binding for increased durability.
Holistic Midwifery: A Comprehensive Textbook for Midwives in Homebirth Practice, Vol. 1: Care During Pregnancy (2010)
This text is the first of three volumes (two of which have been published) covering all aspects of midwifery care during pregnancy and childbirth and of the mother and baby after birth.This volume discusses care from conception until the onset of labor.
A Holistic Guide To Embracing Pregnancy, Childbirth, And Motherhood (2002)
The newly pregnant woman faces a multitude of changes in her mind, life, and body, some of which are addressed by traditional medical care but many of which are not.
The Fourth Trimester: A Postpartum Guide to Healing Your Body, Balancing Your Emotions, and Restoring Your Vitality (2017)
This holistic guide offers practical advice to support women through postpartum healing on the physical, emotional, relational, and spiritual levels—and provides women with a roadmap to this very important transition that can last from a few months to a few years.Kimberly Ann Johnson draws from her vast professional experience…
Pregnancy: Holistic Women’s Guide Book to A Healthy Pregnancy (Childbirth, Motherhood, Holistic Medicine & Herbal Supplementation) (2016)
In this guidebook, we spend some time talking about . The holistic approach is a way of thinking that allows women to go through their pregnancy in a by making decisions which are aligned with mother earth, such as diet, medicine, supplementation, exercise, and much more! Interested in finding out more about the holistic approach to pregnancy and how it can do so much good for you and your baby?
Best Holistic Pregnancy Books that Should be on Your Bookshelf
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Holistic Pain Management in Pregnancy: What RNs, APRNs, Midwives and Mental Health Professionals Need to Know
Author(s): Theresa Mallick-Searle (editor)
ID: 3361846, Publisher: Springer, Year: 2022, Size: 11 Mb, Format: 7z
Birthing Mama: Your Companion for a Holistic Pregnancy Journey with Week-by-Week Reflections, Yoga, Wellness Recipes, Journal Prompts, and More
Author(s): Corinne Andrews
ID: 3081068, Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC, Year: 2021, Size: 10 Mb, Format: epub
Birthing in Good Hands: Holistic Massage for Pregnancy, Labor, and Babies
Author(s): Christine Sutherland
ID: 2583233, Publisher: Brush Education, Year: 2020, Size: 353 Mb, Format: epub
Please note that this booklist is not definite. Some books are really record-breakers according to Los Angeles Times, others are written by unknown writers. On top of that, you can always find additional tutorials and courses on Coursera, Udemy or edX, for example. Are there any other relevant books you could recommend? Drop a comment if you have any feedback on the list.