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