Resources We Love
Motherhood is big, beautiful, and sometimes overwhelming. You don’t have time to sift through a million Google results — so we did the work for you. Here’s a curated list of our favorite books, products, organizations, and guides to support you through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
Think of this as your go-to library, filled with trusted recommendations and practical tools we share with moms every day.
Our Free Resources
From “what to expect when you’re expecting” to our free birth plan to *coming soon* our Postpartum resources guide, How2Mom has you covered!
Recommended Reading
- Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth, Ina May Gaskin
- The Birth Partner, Penny Simkin
- Birth Without Fear, January Harshe
- Birthing from Within, Pam England
- Ina May’s Guide to Breastfeeding, Ina May Gaskin
- The Vaccine Book, Robert W. Sears, MD, FAAP
- The Vaccine Friendly Plan, Paul Thomas & Jennifer Margulis
"Motherhood isn’t about getting it perfect — it’s about feeling supported in the moments that matter most."
Recommended Viewing
Sometimes the most eye-opening way to learn is by watching it unfold:
Our Favorite Products
From pregnancy must-haves to postpartum comforts, these are products we trust, love, and recommend to moms again and again.
(P.S we do receive a very small commission from Amazon)
Helpful links & organizations
Here are trusted resources, communities, and experts to lean on:
- Le Leche League – International organization with an established philosophy of mothering through breastfeeding.
- Spinning Babies – A resource created by a midwife that navigates different methods of achieving optimal fetal positioning.
- The Childbirth Collective – A local non-profit resource offering supplemental childbirth education and a list of local birth professionals who support women and families during the childbearing years.
- Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Minnesota – Is Minnesota’s State Chapter for Postpartum Support International and is the voice for mental health before & after pregnancy. They support anyone who is struggling with support and quality resources, along with reassurance that they are not alone.
- Evidence Based Birth – Birth Evidence that Empowers!
- Babywearing International – is a non-profit educational organization dedicated to promoting babywearing as a universally accepted practice, with benefits for both child and caregiver.
- Minnesota Department of Public Safety Office of Traffic Safety Don’t Skip a Step – A guide for child passenger safety seats and seat belts.
- Your Whole Baby – A non-profit organization which strives to present information about circumcision in a gentle and factual manner.
- Birth Injury Guide – A comprehensive resource for families coping with birth trauma and injuries.
- Birth Injury Center – Aims to empower and support families who have become victims of medical negligence
- The Recovery Village Ridgefield – A resource passionate about educating pregnant women about the dangers of alcohol and drug use while pregnant. They have created an educational Pregnancy & Substance Abuse Resource Guide.
- Addition and Pregnancy: A Guide for Mothers – An in-depth guide with Resources for addiction, mental health treatment, and recovery relating to pregnancy.
- ConceiveAbilities – A leading surrogate company.
“You don’t need all the answers before baby arrives. You just need the right tools and people by your side.”
Our Courses
Our courses give you practical tools and real support through pregnancy, birth, and postpartum.
- Childbirth Education – Online or in-person, covering labor stages, comfort measures, and pain options so you feel prepared.
- Comfort Measures for Labor – Hands-on strategies to move, breathe, and cope through contractions.
- Postpartum Essentials – Self-care and support to help you thrive in the early weeks with baby.
- Breastfeeding Course – Learn techniques, solve common challenges, and feed with confidence.
- Newborn Care – Everything from safe sleep and feeding to soothing and car seat basics.
Because motherhood doesn’t come with a manual — but with the right guidance, you can feel ready and supported every step of the way.
From the blog
Our blog is where we share real-life guidance, encouragement, and practical tips for moms in every season. Whether you’re preparing for birth or navigating postpartum, you’ll find support you can actually use.
“You don’t need all the answers before baby arrives. You just need the right tools and people by your side.”
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