Green Baby by Susannah Marriott (DK Publishing , May 2008; $12.24)

The beautiful pictures of smiling babies and the environmentally- friendly, durable and pretty brown book jacket (the entire book is made with recycled paper) will inspire you to want to live healthier. Moms and moms-to-be will appreciate the simple and practical tips—from advice on immunizations to the greenest ways to wash onesies. It’s a must-read for living green while raising a family.

The Green Parent: A Kid-Friendly Guide to Environmentally-Friendly Living by Jenn Savedge (Kedzie Press, April 2008; $11.66)

This family-friendly guide for raising an eco-conscious family covers it all and keeps the kids interested by offering creative challenges for kids and parents. Saving energy, conserving water and decreasing your carbon footprint has never been more fun.

Green Babies, Sage Moms: The Ultimate Guide to Raising Your Organic Baby by Lynda Fassa (NAL Trade, January 2008; $11.20)

Lynda Fassa founded Green Babies organic clothing, and now her book will teach mothers everywhere how to live green from pre-conception to pregnancy and babyhood.  She covers baby proofing the house, which kind of mattresses you should buy for the crib, to storing breast milk. This book will instantly become your personal instruction manual for raising your family while saving the environment. Along with the tips, she includes advice from doctors, activists, even celebrity moms. 

Mom, Will this Chicken Give me Man Boobs? My Confused, Guilt-Ridden and Stressful Struggle to Raise a Green Family by Robyn Harding (Greystone Books, April 2009; $12.96)

This smart and witty story about one mom’s effort to raise a green family is laugh-out-loud funny. Surrounded by super moms in the neighborhood who take their kids to soccer and cello practice on bikes, Robyn worries if she can keep up. She tries her best but worries if she can live a green lifestyle with out losing her marbles.

The Green Beauty Guide: Your Essential Resources to Organic and Natural Skin Care, Makeup, and Fragrances by Julie Gabriel (HCI, September 2008; $11.53)

As a fashion writer, nutritionist and beauty expert, Gabriel’s got the goods on which items to purge from your bathroom and makeup bag thanks to their toxins and preservatives—both big no-nos when it comes to our health and the health of the planet. You’ll also learn how to have glowing healthy skin while using only organic products.

Reduce, Refuse, Recycle: An Easy Household Guide (the Chelsea Green Guide) by Nicky Scott (Chelsea Green Publishing, September 2007; $7.95)

A guidebook with an A-Z list of household items that can be recycled, means you no longer need to stress over how that glass, plastic container, or old cell phone should be re-assigned. Scott’s helpful money-saving ideas lets you save in your bank account while you’re also saving the environment. Want to know how to get more involved and help save the planet on a larger scale? Don’t miss the resource and information section.

Raising Baby Green: The Earth-Friendly Guide to Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Baby Care by Alan Greene, M.D.  (Jossey-Bass, September 2007; $11.53)

From pregnancy to baby care, Pediatrician Dr. Alan Green’s book is filled with advice for moms on choosing green-friendly foods, like organic milk and antibiotic-free meat, to medicines, and much more.  He collaborates with consumer advocate Jeanette Pavini to list hundreds of recommended products from diapers to paint for the baby’s room, that are environmentally friendly and safe. Your home will quickly be transformed to an eco conscious haven for your whole family. 

Healthy Child Healthy World: Creating a Cleaner, Greener, Safer Home by Christopher Gavigan and Meryl Streep (Dutton Adult, April 2008; $17.13)

With advice from numerous experts and celebrities this book is filled with smart green ideas that any mother can conform to.  With cancer, autism, and asthma on the rise, Christopher Gavigan argues it’s crucial parents start making cleaner healthier choices for their family. His lists of harmful products with chemicals and toxins will not only help families make wiser choices when shopping but maintain a nontoxic and environmentally sound home.  This is the guidebook that all concerned parents need to consult.

Green Chic: Saving the Earth in Style by Christie Matheson (Sourcebooks, Inc, March 2008; $10.36)

With glamorous tips on traveling green (flying less and not renting a car while on vacation) to hosting green parties (send out email invitations instead of paper ones, buffets waste food instead opt for a sit down dinner or brunch). Christie Matheson proves that you can still have the luxuries in life while being environmentally aware. You’ll discover that being green and chic can coincide.

365 Ways to Live Green by Diane Gow Mcdilda (Adams Media, January 2008; $7.95)

In this helpful resource for families starting out on their green journey, you’ll find everything from tips on green cooking, gardening, cleaning, and shopping and even  green investments, stocks and technology tips.

It’s Easy Being Green by Crissy Trask (Gibbs Smith, January 2006; $4.99)

This is the book that every busy family needs!  With over 250 tips, the once time-consuming and daunting task of going green is now made simple and practical.

It is a  must read for any woman who is pregnant or is planning to become pregnant. The book backed by renowned doctors and celebrities is based on the mind/body connection preparing women/couples on every level for birth: emotionally, mentally, physically and spiritually leaving them educated, empowered and trusting themselves and their choices.  There are also many opportunities throughout for greater self-awareness and growth supporting them in birthing themselves as mothers/parents.