Christian family resources · Natural birth first
We are Christian-minded naturalists who want to empower moms and dads, which will empower the next generation.
“They that sow in tears shall reap in joy.”Psalm 126:5 (KJV)
Our first guide · Instant PDF download
What he'll do, say, and pray at every stage of your labor, so you feel protected and he's more than the guy holding the ice chips.
Most birth books are written for moms. Covered is written for your husband. It's a natural-birth-focused, Christ-centered playbook that helps him stand beside you with calm presence, practical help, and Scripture ready to read aloud.
41-page playbook · stage-by-stage scripts · comfort-measures toolkit · calm-advocacy scripts · the first 40 days · 12 pocket scripture and prayer cards. US Letter and A4. Nothing ships.
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The meaning of our name
“They that sow in tears shall reap in joy. He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.”Psalm 126:5–6 (KJV)
The farmer in Psalm 126 sows in tears and comes home rejoicing with his arms full of sheaves. We believe the faithful, everyday work of birth and parenting is exactly that kind of sowing.
Our story
“I'm a dad of three, and I married a woman with more courage than I'll ever have. Six years ago she became a mom in the most beautiful way, and I'll be straight with you: if I'd been the one carrying that baby, I wouldn't have had the courage to even consider it.”
— Brandon, Sow & Sheaf
Resources
Search for doulas, home-birth midwives and lactation consultants in your area, plus the labor-bag, birth-prep and breastfeeding tools from our books.
Free download
A free one-page printable for the birth partner: five short, steady things to say between contractions, and why each one helps.
Say hello
Questions about an order, a print license for your doula practice or church, or partnering with us? Email hello@sowandsheaf.com.