A leading name in childbirth education, Lamaze offers evidence-based information to help you Push for Your Baby!

An excellent book to read at the start of your pregnancy or if you're looking to make a change along the way.

A blog from Lamaze, aimed at expecting parents. One of my favorite pregnancy-related stops on the web.

One of the few quality books out there geared at the support team - whether it be dad, a partner, a friend or family member. If you're new to birth and want to learn how to best support a laboring woman, give this one a read.

Ina May is a legend in the birth world - and for good reason! Her guide to childbirth is an informative and easily-digestable read.

Though this book is over ten years old, the basic premises still hold true and it is a great guide to get you thinking critically about all of the options before you.

If you're looking for something a little more introspective, Birthing from Within is a great resource. Also a valuable tool for women trying to overcome a less than ideal past experience and to move forward in positive directions.

The household name in breastfeeding support. LLL is a great place to get advice and help and to meet other new moms like yourself. The Orland Park chapter meets at Cutie Poops & Bottoms once/mo. If you're pregnant, consider attending prenatally.

My go-to site for everything breastfeeding-related. If you're dealing with an issue, she has a page full of information on it. Created and maintained by a board certified lactation consultant.

An internationally board certified lactation consultant (IBCLC) is *the* expert. If you're having any trouble breastfeeding, please reach out and ask for help. It's worth it. (Also, contact your health insurance provider about coverage for IBCLCs.)

An excellent (and updated!) guide from La Leche League. Informative and easy to read. I keep this one on my bedside table.

Another favorite breastfeeding how-to. Well-organized, easy to digest, and full of useful information.

A great addition to the breastfeeding literature from Ina May. Informative and conversational in Ms. Gaskin's usual friendly style.

A ridiculously informative site on all things Babywearing. (Warning: Can be a bit overwhelming at first, but is well worth slogging through :))

Great, informative site on all things cloth diapering. Includes glossaries of terms and descriptions of the various options out there.

Good place to buy quality prefolds and other cloth diapering accessories. Also includes a decent amount of how-to and other information.