Web Directory

» Birthjourney
   Information and related links regarding the use of a midwife, home or water birth, VBAC and health department regulations.
   http://www.birthjourney.com/

» Childbirth Injury Net
   Home of the Worldwide Fund for Mothers Injured in Childbirth.
   http://www.wfmic.org/

» Childbirth Resources at FirstBabymall.com
   Various articles about pregnancy and childbirth preparation.
   http://www.firstbabymall.com/expecting/childbirth/resources.htm

» Childbirth.org
   A variety of informative and personal links relating to childbirth, pregnancy, parenting, early childhood, and infant feeding.
   http://www.childbirth.org/

» Ecstatic Pregnancy and Birth
   A virtual pregnancy and childbirth education center.
   http://www.ecstaticbirth.com/

» Enemas & Childbirth
   Article explaining use of enemas to speed labor, provide hydration, and stimulate contractions.
   http://www.lifeknox.com/childbirth.htm

» IVillage Pregnancy and Parenting
   Resources for every stage from preconception to teens.
   http://www.ivillage.com/pregnancy-parenting

» International Epidural Awareness Program
   Information regarding side effects and complications. Site includes personal stories.
   http://www.nt.net/lerouxma/index.htm

» Maternity Wise
   Offering information regarding pregnancy, labor and childbirth, and other relevant topics. Information is provided by the Maternity Center Association (MCA).
   http://www.maternitywise.org/

» NPR : History of Childbirth
   Join Ray Suarez and guests for a look at the history of childbirth. [48:57 streaming audio broadcast, the childbirth story starts approximately 5 minutes into the broadcast]
   http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1010553

» NaturalChildbirth.org
   Organization dedicated to providing natural childbirth education, midwifery, and pregnancy resources.
   http://naturalchildbirth.org/

» Online Birth Center
   Organization focused on natural birthing and midwifery. Also offers a nice weekly newsletter.
   http://www.moonlily.com/obc/

» Painfree Childbirth
   Offers animated pictures explaining pain free birth options, including childbirth plans and anesthesia.
   http://www.painfreebirthing.com/

» The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth
   Get the information you need to make informed choices; avoid unnecessary procedures, drugs, and restrictions; and determine whether you are receiving quality care.
   http://www.efn.org/~djz/birth/betterbirth/toc.html

» Writing a Meaningful Birth Plan
   Things to consider when preparing a birth plan.
   http://www.thelaboroflove.com/forum/attachment/2.html