Ina May Gaskin's classic book on home birth, Spiritual Midwifery, 4th edition.
The first section details the experiences of parents and midwives during the birth experience. The second section lends great insight to expectant parents, written as a technical manual for midwives, nurses, and doctors. Includes information on prenatal care and nutrition, labor, delivery-techniques, care of the new baby, and breast-feeding.
480 pages, paperback.