Giving Birth with Confidence is the first and only pregnancy and childbirth guide written by Lamaze International, the leading childbirth education organization in North America. Written with a respectful, positive tone, this book presents:



* Information to help you choose your maternity care provider and place of birth

* Practical strategies to help you work effectively with your care provider

* Information on how pregnancy and birth progress naturally

* Steps you can take to alleviate fear and manage pain during labour

* The best available medical evidence to help you make informed decisions