Abstract
In this column, the associate editor of The Journal of Perinatal Education introduces Henci Goer's new book, Labor Pain: What's Your Best Strategy?: Get the Data. Make a Plan. Take Charge of Your Birth. The associate editor also describes the contents of this issue, which offer a broad range of resources, research, and inspiration for childbirth educators in their efforts to promote, support, and protect natural, safe, and healthy birth.