Resources for Childbirth & Parenting Educators
A curated library of books, journals, teaching aids, research and specialist resources to support your professional practice
20+ Suppliers
Books, DVDs, charts and teaching aids
Peer-Reviewed Journals
IJBPE access for CAPEA members
Free Downloads
Activities, research bulletins and guides
Books, DVDs & Teaching Resources
Trusted suppliers of books, DVDs, charts, learning activities and teaching aids for childbirth and parenting educators
🇦🇺 Australian
Birth International
DVDs, charts, books and teaching aids for childbirth educators. Australia’s leading specialist supplier.
🇦🇺 Australian
Capers Bookstore
Specialist bookstore offering DVDs, charts, books and teaching aids for parenting and childbirth educators.
🇺🇸 USA
Plumtree Baby
DVDs, charts, learning activities and books. Also features a valuable blog for educators.
🇦🇺 Melbourne
Birthwell Birthright
Australian distributor for Plumtree Baby resources. Based in Melbourne with a full online shop.
🇺🇸 USA
Passion for Birth
Birth education resources by Teri Shilling. Professional materials for childbirth educators worldwide.
⚠️ CAPEA does not endorse specific products or services. Links are provided as a professional courtesy. Always review resources before use in your programs.
Journals & Research Publications
Stay current with peer-reviewed research in birth and parenting education
⭐ CAPEA Member Access
International Journal of Birth and Parenting Education
IJBPE
A UK-published, peer-reviewed journal for practitioners supporting families through the transition to parenthood. Covers childbirth education, postnatal support, infant feeding, and parenting programs. CAPEA members receive free access.
- Peer-reviewed research and practice articles
- Published 3 times per year
- Free access included with CAPEA membership
📜 Archive
International Journal of Childbirth Education
IJCE
A peer-reviewed US journal published by the International Childbirth Education Association (ICEA). Now discontinued, but a rich archive of research and practice articles remains available for reference.
- Extensive archive of childbirth education research
- Published by ICEA (International Childbirth Education Association)
- Valuable historical reference resource
Free Downloads & Activities
Ready-to-use resources you can download and use in your classes today
Brain Building Through Play
6 Games to Play with Babies (6 months). A practical activity guide for new parents — perfect to share in your classes or include in take-home packs.
Fatherhood Research Bulletin
February 2020 edition. A research-based bulletin covering the latest findings in fatherhood engagement, father-inclusive practices and paternal wellbeing.
Birth Trauma Report — Government Response
Government response to the Select Committee on Birth Trauma. Key recommendations 7, 14, 15, 18, 19, 21 and 22 now available as individual PDFs.
Resources for Families with Unique Needs
Specialist resources to help you support families who face additional challenges during pregnancy and parenting
Disability & Maternity Care
A specialist resource for maternity care providers supporting women with disabilities through pregnancy, birth and the postnatal period. Covers a wide range of physical, sensory and cognitive disabilities.
- Information for educators and healthcare providers
- Covers accessible birth preparation
- Practical support strategies for diverse needs
Parents with Learning Difficulties
Healthy Start is a national capacity-building strategy supporting parents with learning difficulties and their children. Resources and training for educators working with these families.
- Evidence-based educator resources
- Accessible information and communication tools
- National capacity-building framework
Fatherhood Resources
Supporting father-inclusive practice in your programs — research, tools and services to engage dads and father-figures
🇦🇺 Australian
The Fathering Project
Inspires and equips fathers and father-figures to be more actively involved in the lives of their children through evidence-based programs.
🇦🇺 Australian
Support for Fathers
Information, resources and webinars for Australian dads. Includes ‘Dad Stuff’ webinar series and a rich library of father-focused content.
Other Services & Parenting Programs
Evidence-based programs and online platforms to refer families to or incorporate into your professional practice
🇦🇺 Australian
Core of Life (COL)
Australian pregnancy and parenting program specifically designed for young people and teens. Engaging, accessible resources for youth educators.
🇦🇺 Australian
Raising Children Network
Australia’s leading parenting resource website covering newborns through to teens. Evidence-based information useful for referral and program development.
🇦🇺 Australian
St Luke’s Innovative Resources
Strengths-based training resources and card sets from Victoria, Australia. Excellent tools for facilitating reflective conversations in parenting groups.
🇦🇺 Australian
Birthready
Birth, parenting and relationship education provider. A trusted resource for educators and families seeking quality perinatal education programs.
🇦🇺 Australian
Breastfeeding Conferences
E-learning and conferences on breastfeeding from Australian Lactation Management Consultants. Professional development for educators supporting infant feeding.
🇦🇺 VIC
ChildFIRST (Kildonan)
Integrated family services from Kildonan Uniting Care. Child, youth and family support services for vulnerable families — a useful referral pathway.
Clinical Video Resource
Recommended viewing for childbirth educators supporting families with complex birth outcomes
Third & Fourth Degree Perineal Tears
A professional video resource from the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care. Covers assessment, management and support for third and fourth degree perineal tears — an important topic for educators preparing families for birth and recovery.
- Produced by an authoritative Australian health body
- Suitable for professional development and program planning
- Helps educators discuss postnatal recovery with confidence
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“It was a privilege to meet and speak with such a diverse group of professionals. So much to learn! This has opened my eyes to all the possibilities out there for midwifery and childbirth education. I will be continuing to follow the organisation and would love to attend again next year.”
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“I started as an educator after having our second child and really felt that education made a huge difference for me and I wanted to share that knowledge. I realised the benefit of joining CAPEA when I began attending further education opportunities offered by CAPEA and meeting the dedicated educators involved in the organisation.”
Sue Spencer
NSW General Committee Member
“I joined CAPEA to ensure that the quality and delivery of our education programs were kept to the highest of standards and to ensure our educators could provide equity of education for women and families in our local region.”
Jenny Oppedisano
CAPEA Member
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