“I hope you will go out and let stories, that is life, happen to you, and that you will work with these stories from your life—not someone else’s life—water them with your blood and tears and your laughter till they bloom, till you yourself burst into bloom. That is the work. The only work.” – Dr. Clarissa Pinkola Estés

I intentionally placed this book first on the list because whether you’re a total body nerd like me or not, this book has something for you.

Who it’s for:

In my opinion, this is one of the best books for women who want to return to the wilderness and the wisdom embedded within their bones. Dr. Estés takes us on a journey deep into the unconscious psyche of the sacred feminine through exciting myths, stories, and folktales that reconnect us with the Wild Woman that exists within us all.

“The physical process of realigning a woman’s pelvic muscles eventually led me to a contemplation of how we as women embody our womanhood, and exploration of the ways the body records what it means to be female.” – Tami Lynn Kent

Tami Lynn Kent draws powerful connections between the health of the female pelvic area and the vitality of the overall being, and shares stories and observations from her work as a physical therapist who specializes in women’s health.

This book offers insight and practical ways to restore balance in your physical pelvis to create harmony in all aspects of your life and well-being.

Who it’s for:

Every person who desires a deeper connection to what it means to fully inhabit their pelvis and connect with the source of power in their feminine, sensual, and creative being needs to read this book.

“I want you to know that it is pleasure, not pain, that is your birthright.” – Dr. Christiane Northrup

Many years ago I found an old, tattered copy of this book jammed into a bookshelf at a friend’s house. I have always been fascinated by old, seemingly antique items but little did I know at the time, this specific artifact would change my life.

This book is a literal bible for all things womben’s health – and not just because of its size.

The first edition was written in 1985, long before the idea that your health is impacted by your past, your thoughts, and your emotions. Dr. Northrup was way ahead of her time, and the information written in this book is still revolutionary for many.

For whom it’s for:
This is for all those who desire to learn more about the inner workings of their reproductive organs, menstrual cycle, and the connection between their emotional and physical health.

Sourced from Dr. Northrup’s experience running a cutting-edge women’s health clinic and paired with spiritual wisdom, this book offers truly potent and potentially life-changing information.

“The voice of your heart is ignorant to your likes and dislikes, your reasons and excuses. That’s why you can trust it.” – Dr. Claudia Welch

When I was detoxing off of hormonal birth control I felt like my whole world turned upside down. I had huge acne eruptions on my face, dramatic weight fluctuations, and uncontrollable mood swings. When I found this book, it felt like a divine gift that was sent to support me in rebalancing my life in a natural way.

Dr. Claudia Welch expertly merges the worlds of Eastern and Western perspectives to provide a truly all-encompassing, holistic, and grounded approach to reclaiming feminine power through a balanced approach to living.

For whom it’s for:
This book is for anyone who has taken synthetic hormones, for those who are looking to heal hormonal imbalances, and for those considering the pill.

“Once people understand that women are fertile for only a fraction of the time men are, they are especially struck with the inequity of it all. So it’s particularly interesting to examine the ways in which women have been disproportionately exposed to side effects throughout their cycle. For example, there are many who will concede that while the pill was originally designed to sexually emancipate women, it has also had the effect of burdening the woman with the sole responsibility of birth control.” – Toni Weschler

Growing up I learned that if you have unprotected sex with a male partner, you get pregnant. And working with thousands of womben, I know that this isn’t only my story.

In the patriarchal society that we live in, most of us learn that when you’re having penetrative intercourse with a partner with a penis, you become pregnant.

Yet, what fertility science is now proving is that we don’t need to worry about becoming pregnant any day of our cycle. Because that’s simply not possible.

Instead we experience a fertile window in the days leading to ovulation, and up to 24 hours after the egg has been released from the ovum.

After ovulation, the quality of the cervical fluid changes. As the luteinizing hormone and progesterone rise, the cervical mucus becomes drier and drier, which makes it impossible to become pregnant.

For whom it’s for:
Have you ever heard about the Fertility Awareness Method? This book shares the most in-depth, comprehensive information to support you in learning how to read your unique cycle, track, and identify when you’re fertile to help prevent pregnancy, naturally. No synthetic hormones needed.

Watch our incredible Instagram live with Fertility Health Coach, Krystal Kirton, for a crash course in all things FAM.

“Many of the signals that either stoke or diminish female desire have to do with the female brain’s question: Is it safe here?” – Naomi Wolf

For whom it’s for:
This book is for those who desire to remember the sacredness held within their anatomy.

Naomi Wolff once again creates groundbreaking connections between the ability to fully inhabit our bodies and experience pleasure, and our capacity to live meaningful, and deeply fulfilling lives. This book layers grounded scientific wisdom on top of feminist theories to create a new, accessible, and revolutionary perspective on what it means to be a person with a vagina in today’s world.

“Your individual sexuality is your small piece of that primal power — the vital, pulsating life force. Your sexuality connects that cosmic energy: they are one and the same thing, only on the micro and macro levels. How you relate to that immense power has a pervasive impact on your life. You can repress your sexuality. You can go “repression light” and downplay it. Or, you can take the other road and… celebrate it!” – Sheri Winston

The comprehensive and mind-blowing anatomical wisdom shared in this book is coupled with engaging stories and images, making it one of the most enthralling and easy-to-follow books on this list.

Did you know it takes at least 35 – 40 minutes for the female body to become fully absorbed in a state of arousal whereas it takes the male body only around 30 seconds to 2 minutes?

I don’t know about you, but I think these are just some of the facts we should learn more about in school.

For whom it’s for:
This book will take you on a journey into the magic of the female body and its potential for enriching pleasure and orgasmic bliss.

“In a world where we’re taught to look outside of ourselves for answers, listening to the subtle yet powerful voice of your own inner guidance system is an act of rebellion.”
– Usha Anandi

It’s a little cheeky to put a book written by me on this list, isn’t it? But how else do you think we pay the bills?

I’ve poured myself into the newest edition of my Lunar Living eBook. This book is a representation of my decade long journey into uncovering and demystifying the complexities of the menstrual cycle.

I believe you deserve a menstrual cycle education that is rooted in scientific understanding and spiritual truth. You deserve to learn how to use your period as a source of power and with this eBook, I’ll show you how.

No matter what your previous experience of menstruation is, you have the power to transform your relationship to your cycle.

This book is so much more than practical, ritual, and dietary wisdom, this book actually tunes you into the SPIRITUAL wisdom of the menstrual cycle.

This is the menstrual cycle education you never received – and, all cards on the table, it’s 71 pages and only $25.