Recommended Books
Evidence-based, practical, and fully aligned with Catholic values - these books support pregnancy, parenting, and newborn care without conflicting with your faith.
Pregnancy & Birth
Made for This: The Catholic Mom's Guide to Birth - A holistic guide that integrates Catholic faith with modern birth practices. Buy on Amazon
A Catholic Mother's Companion to Pregnancy - Weekly reflections and prayers rooted in the Rosary and baby's development. Buy on Barnes & Noble
The Christian Mother - A traditional Catholic guide to the spiritual responsibilities of motherhood. Buy on Raising Hearts
Parenting & Family Life
How to Raise Good Catholic Children - Timeless advice on building a faith-filled, joyful Catholic family. Buy on Raising Hearts
Discipline That Lasts a Lifetime - Catholic psychologist Dr. Ray Guarendi offers strong, practical parenting tools. Buy on Amazon
Strong Fathers, Strong Daughters - Guidance for dads raising confident, faith-filled girls. Buy on Amazon
Womanhood & Catholic Identity
The Privilege of Being a Woman - A profound reflection on the dignity of women in light of Catholic theology. Buy on My Little Nazareth
The Eternal Woman - A spiritual classic exploring the eternal vocation of womanhood. Buy on My Little Nazareth
Newborn & Infant Care
The Baby Book - Comprehensive newborn and early childhood care guide by Dr. Sears. Buy on Amazon
Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child - Expert sleep strategies that respect a child’s natural rhythms. Buy on Amazon
For Dads
Be a Man! - Fr. Larry Richards challenges men to embrace their spiritual calling. Buy on Ignatius Press
The Catholic Gentleman - Practical and spiritual advice for men navigating modern fatherhood and faith. Buy on Amazon
That Nothing May Be Lost - Essays from fathers and Catholic thinkers on family life and purpose. Buy on Amazon
Homeschooling
Teaching from Rest - Sarah Mackenzie combines practicality with spiritual grounding for peaceful homeschooling. Buy on Amazon
Designing Your Own Classical Curriculum - A guide to building a rigorous, Catholic, classical home education. Buy on Amazon
The Harp and Laurel Wreath - Classic poetry and dictation for Catholic homeschooling. Buy on Memoria Press
Marriage Prep
Three to Get Married - Fulton Sheen’s timeless wisdom on Christ-centered union. Buy on Sophia Institute Press
Men, Women and the Mystery of Love - A Catholic guide based on Theology of the Body. Buy on Amazon
The Four Loves - C.S. Lewis’s classic exploration of love and relationships. Buy on Amazon
Fertility Awareness
The Fifth Vital Sign - A comprehensive guide to understanding your cycle. Buy on Amazon
The Art of Natural Family Planning - The foundational resource for NFP. Buy on CCL
Taking Charge of Your Fertility - Teaches fertility awareness with a scientific approach. Buy on Amazon
Catholic Homemaking
The Catholic All Year Compendium - Live liturgically in your home year-round. Buy on Ignatius Press
The Little Oratory - A beautiful guide to cultivating a sacred home space. Buy on Sophia Institute Press
Graced and Gifted - Kimberly Hahn’s guide to balancing spirituality and homemaking. Buy on Amazon