Jen Hamilton

Childbirth is one of life’s most powerful and overwhelming experiences. Too often, expecting parents are prompted to create their perfect “birth plan,” only to feel disappointed or even traumatized if things go differently. That’s where labor and delivery nurse, ER veteran, and mom herself Jen Hamilton comes in. 

In Birth Vibes: Stories and Strategies for an Empowered Birth, Hamilton shares her experience from thousands of births to guide expectations for anyone preparing to give birth (or supporting someone who will) about what happens in the delivery room. Instead of unyielding checklists, she encourages parents to learn their birth vibes—a blend of values and vision—which unlock the tools to advocate for the personalized care they need and to adapt to whatever birth brings with confidence and calm.