A Guide For the Labor Partner

6th grade reading level, 15 panels

Code: C

Language: English

Indications: For anyone who will be supporting a woman in labor

Introduction to labor and delivery. Appropriate for those who attend childbirth classes and those who do not. It describes early labor, transition and birth.

4th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: E

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant and postpartum women who are taking, or are considering taking, antidepressants

Explains the issues regarding pregnancy and the postpartum time and antidepressant, including signs of depression and suggested questions to ask the doctor.

Eat Well During Pregnancy

6th grade reading level, 7 panels

Code: D

Language: English, Spanish, Vietnamese

Indications: All pregnant women

Based on the food groups, the dietary advice is clear and direct. Also discusses morning sickness, food cravings and good weight gains. Makes it clear that pregnant women need to avoid alcohol, tobacco and drugs.

Gestational Diabetes

7th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: E

Language : English, Spanish

Indications: Women with gestational diabetes

Clear explanation of gestational diabetes with emphasis what it is, why some women get it, and what to do. Lists warning signs. Offers questions to ask the doctor or health care provider.

Herpes and Babies

5th grade reading levels, 7 panels

Code: D

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women or new mothers with known or possible herpes

Brings attention to the seriousness of herpes or "cold sores" to newborn babies. Lists concrete interventions, as well as advice for general protection from transmission.

How to Help Yourself Through Labor

4th grade reading level, 7 panels

Code: D

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women and labor partners

Written by Nikki Lee RN, MSN, IBCLC, ICCE, this pamphlet explains the concept of opening up to a stronger, easier labor. Emphasizes preparation, support and movement during labor.

How to Have a Nice Healthy Baby

2nd grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: E

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women with low reading levels

Explains how dependent the unborn baby is on the mother. Includes information on dietary needs of pregnant women. Teaches the need to avoid smoking, drinking and other drugs, STDs and domestic violence.

If You're a Pregnant Teen

4th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: B

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant teenagers

This pamphlet teaches basic information for pregnant teens, including a drawing of an unborn baby inside the mother. Lists the foods that pregnant teens need. Emphasizes that dieting is dangerous during pregnancy. Discusses nicotine, alcohol and danger signs. Discusses the birth.

Making Love During Pregnancy

7th grade reading level, 7 panels

Code: D

Language: English

Indications: Expectant couples

Frank discussion of common experiences of lovemaking during pregnancy, divided into trimesters. Also notes warning signs.

Miscarriage Support: When Someone You Care About Has a Miscarriage

6th grade reading level, 7 panels

Code: D

Language: English

Indications: Family and Friends of a women who has had a miscarriage

Family and friends are often unsure how to support a woman who has had a miscarriage. This pamphlet is intended to guide those who care to support the women through the grieving process.

Month by Month: How Your Baby Grows During Pregnancy

6th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: B

Language: English

Indications: Expectant parents who want to understand fetal development. A great handout for childbirth classes

13 wonderful drawings explain fetal development. Easy-to-follow text tells expectant parents what is happening. By the 2nd month "the heart has started pumping vigorously." By the 5th month, "the baby has vocal chords."

Pica and Olfactory Craving During Pregnancy

4th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: B

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women with cravings and their families

Explains the cravings that many women have during pregnancy. Encourages frank discussion with the health care provider.

Pregnancy After 30

7th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: B

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women over age 30

Advice for pregnancy after 30 including dietary recommendations, avoiding tobacco, alcohol, drugs, hot tubs, cat litter, strenuous exercise, etc. Illustrations of amniocentesis, ultrasound and external monitor.

Preventing Premature Birth

6th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: B

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women who are at risk for early delivery, especially those with a history of premature delivery or those with possible signs of early delivery

The cost of a premature birth is often enormous in terms of financial and emotional considerations. This pamphlet is packed with specific information that can reduce the chance of premature labor, including how to recognize and time contractions and what to avoid.

4th grade reading level, 11 panels

Code: E

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women who may be using drugs

Explains the effects of street drugs, legal drugs, alcohol, and tobacco on babies before and after birth. Discusses FAS (Fetal Alcohol Syndrome), miscarriage risks, and SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Encourages mothers to quit for their own good health as well as for the baby.

2nd grade reading level, 15 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: C

Language: English

Indications: Pregnant women with limited reading levels who may be using drugs

A compassionate look at drug use by pregnant women. The pamphlet acknowledges that women are reluctant to ask for help with addiction because of publicity about sending them to jail. It encourages women to trust care-givers and ask for help.

5th grade reading level, 11 panels

Multi-ethnic, Code: B

Language: English

Indications: All pregnant women who drink any alcohol and/or smoke cigarettes

Makes it clear that smoking does more harm than reducing birth weight. Also describes fetal alcohol syndrome. The pamphlet also strongly discourages use of marijuana and other street drugs and offers advice on giving up nicotine and/or alcohol.