^Which ones are you reading? I have a few on my wishlist.
Breech Birth by Benna Waites
Active Birth by Janet Balaskas
Birthing from Within by Pam England
Gentle Birth Choices by Barbara Harper
and I have Ina May's Guide to Childbirth by Ina May Gaskin on the way. I also have Heart and Hands which is a midwifery textbook.
I like to watch women give birth on Youtube. I could send a few links if anyone wants. I looked uncomfortable, but it looks like something I can definitely get thru. I also keep in mind that the pain is there for a reason-to increase the endorphins (feel good hormones) in mom's system after birth.

The only thing that looked really excruciating was a nuchal hand. Yikes!
Oh yes, and my sling is on the way. Yaaaay! Bad news though, the ebay seller from which I purchased a receiver blanket never mailed it. I had to open a dispute and contact ebay staff. Grrrr!