Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn Book by Penny Simkin is one of the most complete childbirth books available. It covers all aspects of childbearing from conception through early infancy and includes information on what to expect all along the way and how to work with caregivers to make giving birth a happy experience. The author, Penny Simkin, is a well-respected doula, author, physical therapist, childbirth educator and mother

Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn Book is well organized and easy to read. It provides over 45 charts and 150 photographs and illustrations all designed to help you understand exactly what is happening inside your body. It also covers emotional concerns of childbearing, the partner's role, how to keep comfortable throughout the experience, high-risk pregnancies, medications, having a vaginal birth after you have already had a cesarean, breastfeeding and understanding infant behavior. The Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn Book offers various options available to mothers today and highlights the pros and cons of each.