The Joy of Natural Childbirth: Fifth Edition of Natural Childbirth and the Christian Family

by Helen Wessel, Lynn Johnson (Designed by), Ingrid Trobisch (Designed by)

First published in 1963, this pioneering book has introduced thousands of couples to joyful childbirth through four editions and over three decades. Completely revised, it presents a sound, scriptural philosophy of God's goodness in in birth.

Genres: Nonfiction, Parenting

363 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Ann]

A must-read for any woman (and the father) who wants to birth children. Helen Wessel does a magnificent job of presenting the case for relative pain-free natural childbirth. She also covers the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual preparations necessary to experience the Joy of natural childbirth. (I have a little trouble with some of her biblical interpretations, but agree with her basic premise).

[Lacey Michael]

The first part of the book was pretty subjective- based on the woman's experience. The second part of the book was excellent; filled with practical help and knowledge about childbirth in general. Heavily influenced my decision to home-birth.