Pregnancy, birth and baby care: advice, topics and issues Books

Book SynopsisThis is a book about feeding babies. Nothing more, nothing less.How to Thrive: An evidence-based guide to feeding your baby is the first book from Victoria Facelli, the certified lactation consultant, who struggled to feed her child post-partum. With kindness and compassion, Facelli explains the science of infant anatomy and breastmilk, celebrates the medical marvels of formula and feeding tubes, and helps parents of any gender use every tool in the modern parent''s arsenal to make their own feeding choices. Her mission is to help parents feel proud of achieving what they set out to do, but equally proud of letting things go when they aren''t working.This book will help you and your family thrive, just like she and her daughter did.

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Book SynopsisDee Jensen's life is about to get complicated...She's just found out that if she wants to start a family she needs to get on with it - fast. But her almost-definitely boyfriend Nat has almost-definitely just broken up with her.Could platonic co-parenting - where two friends have a child together with no romantic connection - be the easy answer?Dee finds herself suggesting the idea to a chef she's just met called Andy. And in the cold light of day he doesn't find it as laughable as she does...But will feelings surface along the way?And, in her heart of hearts, does Dee even want a baby?________________Praise for It's Complicated:'A beautiful ode to finding your place in the world, I related to Dee all too well. Charming, romantic and fresh, It's Complicated will make so very many women feel seen when it comes to the should-I-shouldn't-I baby conundrum of our thirties. Gorgeous' Laura Jane Williams'A fantastic storyteller, and a brilliant observer of modern life - she makes me laugh out loud!' Daisy Buchanan'Sharply observed, witty, and brimming with heart, It's Complicated asks readers an age-old question: What's love got to do with it (having a family)?, and answers it with panache' Lauren Ho'I absolutely adored It's Complicated: Emma has such a sharp sense of what makes us human, what irrational sparks make us fall in love, what friendships are made of. . . I inhaled this book and felt better for it' Bethany Rutter'Full of warmth, wit and a cast of characters that will stay with me for a long time' Caroline Khoury'Warm, kind-hearted and delightfully sharp and witty, this is exactly what I expected from Emma's consistently compelling, charming writing' Laura Kay'Fresh, pacey, surprising, and so intelligently and stylishly written' Niamh Hargan

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Book SynopsisWean your baby with 60 deliciously easy recipes, all ready in 20 minutes or less. In Tiny Tastebuds Natalie Peall, founder of the popular Baby-led Weaning Cookbook app, equips you with the advice and tools you need to confidently kickstart your baby''s weaning journey. Packed full with up-to-date guidance, clever recipe hacks and tips for tackling fussy eating, this guide will empower you to safely introduce solid foods from six months and above, helping you to nurture your baby''s natural curiosity and autonomy at mealtimes. From speedy breakfast ideas to tasty and wholesome dinners, these recipes are simple to prepare and designed with your baby''s nutritional needs in mind. Best of all, each recipe is easily adaptable for the whole family to enjoy, so you can cook just once for you and your baby. Recipes include:o Berry Oat Yoghurt Cupso Hulk Pancakeso Cheese and Tomato Mini Muffinso Broccoli Lemon Chick

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Book SynopsisThis is a guide to pregnancy, birth and the baby's first weeks. It provides and describes all the medical facts, routines and checklists as well as considering and suggesting natural holistic approaches. How to use a wide range of natural therapies, from acupuncture, meditation, herbalism, Alexander Technique and many more, during pregnancy and childbirth. It provides complete plans for healthy eating and exercise suited to each specific stage, and explores emotional and psychological as well as physical issues. It includes clear visual guides and exercise plans, and advice on how to use natural therapies, devise a birth plan, decide on pain relief and look after your new baby. This is the ideal guide for any parent-to-be who wants all the best traditional medical advice while also making maximum use of the fund of holistic wisdom currently available. Here is information on eating and exercising for a healthy pregnancy and for the best possible birth, with a wealth of natural therapies that will improve and ease any pregnancy and make childbirth as comfortable and fulfilling as possible. Developmental changes are tracked and explained every step of the way, using clear, fully annotated artworks, while medical tests and interventions are thoroughly discussed. Home and water births are all explored, as well as any aspects of days spent in hospital. The book also offers a guide to the baby's first months, offering essential advice on caring for and bonding with an incredible new life.

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Book SynopsisBreastfeeding is the natural and healthy way to nourish your baby, yet it's not always easy. New mothers need practical information about getting off to a good start and solving breastfeeding challenges. Health professionals need this information too, because it is rarely taught in medical school. Dr. Jack Newman's Guide to Breastfeeding covers the most common problems and questions that mothers encounter: - How do I help my baby to get a good latch - How can I know if my baby is getting enough milk - How can I help him get more? - Can I avoid sore nipples? - Will my medication affect my baby? - How do I fit breastfeeding into my life when I'm so busy? The answers are here. Dr. Jack Newman and Teresa Pitman are two of the world's foremost lactation experts and have helped tens of thousands of new mothers find solutions that work. In this comprehensive guide, they share the most current information about breastfeeding and provide new, effective strategies and solutions to make breastfeeding work for you.Table of Contents1 I. The Normal Way to Feed a Baby; 2 II. An Ounce of Prevention; 3 III. Common Problems and Solutions; 4 IV. You and Your Breastfed Baby

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Book SynopsisYou''ve received the happiest of news; you''re going to be a parent! So what''s next?Top Tips for New Parents has advice on everything from what to prepare before your bundle of joy arrives to practical tips for settling in with your new addition to the family. This little book is the perfect companion for your greatest adventure.

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Book SynopsisNew updated edition. Congratulations, you’re having a baby. Yes, that’s right, you’re expecting too! David Caren delivers a long ‘overdue’ practical, straight-talking pregnancy guide for Irish expectant dads – all from a dad’s perspective. Combining real-life experiences from a fraternity of Irish fathers, tried-and-tested tips and expert views, with highlights including: Testing, Testing: Scans and Checks What’s Up, Doc? Monitoring Mum Prams, Trams & Automobiles: Choosing the Right Wheels Lights, Camera (Maybe?), ACTION: The Delivery Gone with the Sleep: Surviving Sleep Deprivation Accessible, entertaining, reassuring – everything an expectant and new dad needs to know! Fully reviewed and updated.Trade Reviewhighly recommended -- Tuam Heraldentertaining and reassuring – everything an expectant and new dad needs to know -- Easy Parenting Magazinedefinitely one of our must reads -- Pregnancy & Parenting Magazine'everything an expectant dad will need to know' -- Maternity & Infant Magazine'practical and easy-to-follow' -- Maternity & Infant Magazine'just the book to see ‘Daddy’ through' -- Maternity & Infant Magazine'help you celebrate and understand everything that’s going on ... full of everything you need to know' -- Woman’s Way'straightforward, humorous' -- mummypages.ie'a really wonderful resource for men' -- mummypages.ie'if you’re an expectant mum and are sick and tired of explaining the ins and outs of pregnancy ... then it might be a wise decision to give the man in your life the gift of ‘The Irish Dad’s Survival Guide to Pregnancy and Beyond' -- mummypages.ie'no topic is off limit in David’s book, there is an answer for every question an expectant father might possibly have' -- mummypages.ie'packed full of practical advice' -- mummypages.ie'we frequently get asked by our mums (and dads-to-be) where they can find information that’s aimed at men about pregnancy and parenthood and we’re delighted to say we have found just the book!' -- mummypages.ie'honest and real' -- schooldays.ie'I wish I'd had this book to read when I was pregnant - I found it a lot easier to read - and far less annoying - than some of the 'What to expect' type books I found myself reading and throwing on the floor!' -- schooldays.ie'just what expectant father's have been waiting for' -- schooldays.ie'written in a down-to-earth, straight-talking, no nonsense, humorous way, the book goes through everything the other 'pregnancy' books go through, but with Dad in mind, rather than mum' -- schooldays.ie'I would highly recommend it to any new Dad, or second, third, fourth (etc.) time Dad as a refresher guide' -- schooldays.ie'David Caren may become the male equivalent of Gina Ford, with every father-to-be hanging on his every word' -- schooldays.ie'covers everything nearly-fathers will need to know' -- Irish Independent'a down-to-earth practical guide' -- Books Ireland'refreshing ... accessible' -- Sunday World'filled with the most useful and most important information ... contains all the stuff one would have liked to know, but never knew enough to ask about' -- The Irish Catholic'be welcomed ... practical ... the fact that it's specific to Ireland elevates it above the majority of guides for expectant fathers' -- Sunday Business Post'it’s brilliant' -- Tom Dunne Show'humourous and practical' -- Sunday World'a handbook for all new members of the "expectant fathers" club' -- Irish Times'answers all those questions many fathers-to-be would never utter in the light of a pre-natal class' -- Sunday World'a fantastic read!' -- Mums & Tots Magazine'practical pointers and top tips for any new dad or dad to be in Ireland' -- Mums & Tots MagazineA book I often turn to as a parent of very young children is The Irish Dad’s Survival Guide to Pregnancy and Beyond, by David Caren -- Simon Tierney, Irish TimesTable of Contents Congratulations ... 12 Introduction: You’re going to be a dad ... 15 It All Started with The ‘Late Late’ Show: Tell-tale signs that she’s pregnant! 15 A Game of Three Parts: Trimesters 25 Chapter 1: The First Trimester: Times they are a changin’ 27 Trimester 1: Weeks 0–12 27 The ‘All-Day’ Infliction: Morning sickness 30 CATastrophe in Waiting: Toxoplasmosis 34 Take That out of Your Mouth ... The no-no foods of pregnancy 36 Won’t He Feel IT? Sex in pregnancy 38 What’s up, Doc? Well in advance of your new arrival 43 The ‘M’ Word: Miscarriage in pregnancy 47 Keeping Mum: The 12-week rule 54 Joe Public v Peter Private: Irish maternity care – an overview 55 Testing, Testing ... Scans and checks 63 What’s up, Doc? Monitoring mum 64 Join the Club: The waiting room 69 Chapter 2: The Second Trimester. When reality ‘kicks’ in 73 Trimester 2: Weeks 13–28 73 In My Day ... Handling advice 76 Nobody puts Baby in a Corner! Preparing a child forthe new arrival 77 Woof Time of It: Your dog and your unborn baby 79 I Can’t See Him as a Thor FitzGerald! The baby name game 81 Is That His Little ...? Finding out the sex of your baby 84 Seeing Things: Expecting multiples 86 The Name’s ‘Bond’: Bonding with your unborn baby 90 Small Change: The price of parenthood 92 A Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing: Choosing the right family car 95 Buckle up! Choosing the car seat 98 Chapter 3: The Third Trimester. The final stretch 105 Trimester 3: Weeks 28–Birth 105 ‘I Love It When a Plan Comes Together ...’ The birth plan 108 The MANternity Bag: The expectant dad’s survival kit 112 Getting Anti about Attending: The antenatal class 114 In the Thick of It: Attending the birth 117 Grounded! Air restrictions 120 What’s up, Doc? Health concerns in the third trimester 121 Twigs and Berries: Preparing the nest 124 Kitting out Your Kid: The essentials 125 Prams, Trams and Automobiles: Choosing the right wheels 131 Chapter 4: Labour: The main event 139 Show Me the Baby ... Signs that she is in labour 140 Get that Kettle away from Me! How to deliver a baby ... 142 What’s up, Doc? The three stages of labour 145 Tongs of Praise: Assisted deliveries 148 Exploring Other Avenues: Caesarean section 151 Help Wanted: Pain relief in labour 153 I Like It in Here ... Natural methods for bringing out baby 159 Not the Cooking Appliance! Induction 163 Lights, Camera (Maybe?), ACTION ... The delivery 164 Afterbirth Antics: The third stage 179 Keep the Cord: Stem-cell collection 180 The Iceman Cometh: How are you REALLY feeling? 180 Chapter 5: Surviving the First Six Weeks: We are family ... 183 Home Alone: The final checklist 184 Get Into Line: Managing visiting hours 185 Mothering Mum: Postnatal depression 188 SAD DAD: Male postnatal depression 191 How to: Change a nappy 195 Wind a baby 199 Bathe a baby 202 Stop a baby crying 206 Wolverine Rocks! Say no to rocking 209 Gone with the Sleep: Surviving sleep deprivation 210 It’s Breast to Bottle It ... The methods of feeding 214 Game on, Dad: Video games & fatherhood 223 Left Holding the Baby: Going back to work 225 Relight the Fires: Sex after birth 226 When Sex Can Mean More Babies! The dad’s guide to contraception 228 What’s up, Doc? The six-week check-up 233 Dad’s the Final Word 235 Chapter 6: Men of the House 237 Role Reversal: The stay-at-home-dad 237 10 Survival Tips for the Irish SAHD 238 Putting Word to Web 241 Daddy Dragon 243 Chores Are All Done: Education & Innovation 245 Show Me the Money: What are your entitlements? 247 Chapter 7: Legal Issues: Everything you need to know but were afraid to ask … 257 Paternity Leave & Benefit 257 Parental Leave 265 Force Majeure Leave 269 Parent’s Leave 269 Maternity Leave for Fathers 271 Unmarried Dads and Guardianship Rights 271 Registering the Birth 276 Chapter 8: What’s up, Doc? The glossary 281 Useful Resources 289 References 291 Index 295

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Book SynopsisOur Story is a gift journal available in two beautiful designs - for my daughter and for my son - inspiring parents to capture the unique story of childhood, from early baby memories through to the eighteenth year together. A beautifully designed, colour illustrated journal, Our Story provides prompts to help parents to chronicle amazing family experiences and unrepeatable moments - the child's growth, development and personality, precious family memories, and the wonderful emotional journey. The journal may also be given as a gift to the child - a priceless gift to be shared and treasured.

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Book SynopsisEducate and guide your patients through pre-pregnancy planning, pregnancy, labor and delivery, and the postpartum period. The latest edition of Your Pregnancy and Childbirth: Month to Month serves as a trusted resource and comforting presence for women who are pregnant, postpartum or planning a pregnancy. Featuring patient-friendly language and up-to-date ACOG guidance, this completely revised edition includes the latest medical information, new illustrations, and updated content based on previous reader feedback to ensure that your patients feel supported and confident before, during, and after their pregnancies. Key updates include Explanations of when and how genetic testing is done Exercise recommendations during and after pregnancy New content on postpartum care and breastfeeding A new chapter featuring quick answers to frequently asked questions New medical history and exposure history forms A checklist for tracking postpartum symptoms or concerns Give your patients the information, guidance, and support they need to make the best decisions for their health and pregnancies with this straightforward, reassuring resource from ACOG. Includes new content to empower your patients as active decision-makers in their care, including: Updated information on genetic testing and pain relief during labour A new chapter to find quick answers to frequently asked questions New forms for medical history and environmental exposure A checklist for tracking symptoms or concerns during the postpartum period Content addressing the effects of COVID-19 on telehealth, travel during pregnancy, breastfeeding, and more

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Book SynopsisSay the authors: 'Modern Western life is eroding the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health of our children so seriously that the very survival of our species is threatened. More children than ever are fat and fatigued, learning disabled and emotionally damaged and the responsibility lies with us. We are killing with kindness in an attempt to provide a stress-free, safe environment for our most loved. Green Mother is for those who want the best of both worlds - to reap the advantages of modern Western life but recognise and eschew its pitfalls. This book aims to give parents, would-be parents, grandparents, siblings and all members of 'the Tribe' that surround a new baby, the theoretical and intellectual imperatives to tread this difficult path, together with the practical day-to-day realities that must be overcome and the encouragement to do so.'Table of ContentsIntroduction - getting the best from past and present; Mothers and fathers - what to do preconception to reduce risks; the Paleo-Ketogenic (PK) diet - the non-negotiable foundation for success; Normal pregnancy - avoiding complications; Childbirth and immediate postpartum - being informed and involved in decision-making; Breastfeeding and weaning; Sleep; The baby who cries; The immune system - the 'first brain', vaccination decisions, training the immune system; Minor childhood ailments; Serious avoidable childhood problems; The 'second brain' - emotional confidence; The 'third brain' - sub-conscious, conscious and intellectual; Infertility and assisted conception; Appendices: Groundhog Basic, Groundhog Acute; Groundhog Chronic, PK recipes, Detox reactions.

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Book SynopsisCongrats Dude! Your go-to-guy-guide to being the greatest dad before her due-date. There are approximately 3,712 ways for a guy to look stupid during pregnancy - this book''s here to help you avoid all(most) of them. And here''s your first hint: Focus on what you can be doing for her rather than what''s happening to her. She''s pregnant. She knows that. You know that. And her 152 baby books tell her exactly what she can expect. Your job is to learn what you can do between the stick turning blue and the drive to the delivery room to make the next nine months go as smoothly as possible. That''s where John Pfeiffer steps in. Like any good coach, he''s been through it. He''s dealt with the morning sickness and doctor visits, painting the baby''s nursery and packing the overnight bag, choosing a name, hospital, and the color of the car-seat cover. All the while he remained positive and responsive - there with a You''re beautiful when necessary - Trade Review"Pfeiffer's goal with the book is to...provide some relief to the growing pains that are so familiar to experienced dads. If you are willing to give the effort, you can become your child's favorite superhero. Isn't that what we all wanted to be when we grew up? Here is your chance." --NewParent.com "New fathers looking for a friend along the way may enjoy the new book Dude, You're a Dad!" --Deseret News "Full of practical advice for new dads-to-be, Dude, You're Gonna Be a Dad by John Pfeiffer is an absolute page turner...and I’m neither pregnant, or a man. I absolutely loved it." --WeGotKidz.com "Very readable and well-organized, walking new dads through all the minefields from the first visit to the OB/GYN all the way through the big day and beyond." --GreatDad.com

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Book SynopsisThe Gentle Sleep Book offers gentle, reassuring and effective solutions to addressing the common sleep problems of newborns to five-year-olds.''This book should be called The Sleep Bible and needs to be in every parent''s bedside drawer'' Marneta Viegas, founder of Relax KidsAre you exhausted by your baby''s night-time waking or frustrated by your toddler''s reluctance to go to bed?Would you prefer a gentler approach than sleep-training techniques such as controlled crying or pick up/put down?The first five years of parenting are filled with worries and preoccupations, but, for the vast majority, none of them is as pressing as the lack of sleep.In this revised and updated edition of her bestselling book, Sarah Ockwell-Smith offers a gentle, effective prescription for addressing the common sleep challenges encountered by parents of newborns to five-year-olds. Treading a carefully balanced line between the needTrade Review'Sleep is not a battle. It's a balance, and in this book Sarah helps parents find that balance... [the] practical advice [in her BEDTIME acronym] for real situations is very helpful' * Juno *

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Book SynopsisIn modern maternity systems one in four women have their labour induced. Why Induction Matters provides a comprehensive, evidence-based guide to this common intervention. The induction process is explained in detail, and reasons for offering induction are discussed. Options related to inducing labour or choosing to wait are explored, and women’s experiences are included throughout. The book aims to help parents make their own informed decisions about induction of labour.Trade Review"Induction of labour has become an epidemic. About 70% of inductions are for pregnancy lasting beyond a specified length of time. The others are for clinical reasons. The book which I recommend most highly to all the couples I teach KGHypnobirthing (after The Hypnobirthing Book of course!) is Why Induction Matters by Rachel Reed. About 85% of babies arrive after 40 weeks and we think that the average length of pregnancy is about 41 to 41.5 weeks so the vast majority of pregnancy women, probably almost all pregnant women, are subjected to pressure from 40 weeks or even earlier to agree to induction of labour. The repercussions of induction, which includes a sweep, are profound and many women afterwards will say, 'If only I had known, I would never have agreed'. This book is easy to read, quite short, and gives all the research and statistics that were available at the time of writing for all the various reasons why induction might be proposed, for example ‘older mothers’, IVF pregnancies, breech babies, twins, etc. etc. etc. When you are earlier in your pregnancy it is difficult to understand the degree of stress that will be heaped on you later in your pregnancy in connection with induction of labour. This book will give you the facts to withstand the emotional pressure when you reach week 40. The only figure that is missing is the MBRRACE information that stillbirth reduces after 42 weeks. It is helpful to know this too. This is the most important book for a pregnant woman. Get it. Read it. You need it!" -- Katharine Graves * Katharine Graves, KGHypnobirthing *

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Book SynopsisFrom leading midwife and the author of "Ina May's Guide to Childbirth" comes this deeply compassionate and comprehensive guide to making breastfeeding a joyful experience for both mother and child. Drawing on her decades of experience in caring for pregnant women, mothers, and babies, Ina May Gaskin's newest book explores the health and psychological benefits of breastfeeding. Inspiring as well as informative, "Ina May's Guide to Breastfeeding" is a powerful and practical guide filled with helpful advice, medical facts and real-life stories that will help mothers understand how and why breastfeeding works and how they can use it to more deeply connect with their children and their own bodies without fear, inhibition, or embarrassment.Trade Review"Ina May Gaskin is an international treasure. Her new guide to breastfeeding is the best thing ever written on the subject. A must-have for all pregnant women interested in the best start for their babies." --Christiane Northrup, M.D., Author of Women' s Bodies, Women's Wisdom""and The Wisdom of Menopause "This book is all we've come to expect of Ina May Gaskin--warm, wise, solidly based in real experiences, and sensitive to the needs and lives of women in all their complexity. It's the only breastfeeding book you'll need."--Barbara Katz Rothman and Wendy Simonds, authors of "Laboring On" "Simply put, midwife Ina May Gaskin is the most important person in maternity care in North America, bar none."--Marsden Wagner, M.D., M.S., former Director of Women' s and Children's Health, World Health Organization "Breastfeeding is one of life' s greatest joys. And there is no better guide to have at your side than the legendary Ina May!"--Harvey Karp, M.D., author of The HapTable of Contents1 How Breastfeeding Works, and How It Relates to Mothering 2 Preparing for Nursing 3 How Birth Practices Affect Breastfeeding 4 Getting Started: The Basics 5 Your Baby's Needs-and Yours-During the First Week 6 Problem-Solving During the First Week 7 Sleeping Arrangements 8 If You Have a Job Outside Your Home 9 The First Three Months 10 As Your Baby Gets Older 11 Nursing Twins...and More 12 When Babies Get Sick or Need Hospitalization 13 Weaning 14 Shared Nursing, Wet-Nursing, and Forgotten Lore 15 Nipplephobia: What It Is and Why We Should Eradicate It 16 Creating a Breastfeeding Culture

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Book SynopsisBabies: our biggest mystery and our most natural consequence, our hardest test and our enduring love. Anne Enright describes the intensity, bewilderment and extravagant happiness of her experience of having babies, from the exhaustion of early pregnancy to first smiles and becoming acquainted with the long reaches of the night. Everyone, from parents to the mildly curious, can delight in Enright’s funny, eloquent and unsentimental account of having babies. Selected from the book Making Babies by Anne Enright VINTAGE MINIS: GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS.A series of short books by the world’s greatest writers on the experiences that make us human Also in the Vintage Minis series:Fatherhood by Karl Ove KnausgaardMotherhood by Helen SimpsonDrinking by John CheeverSisters by Louisa May AlcottTrade ReviewFizzingly entertaining. Reading it is like having a conversation with your funniest friend. Enright has pulled off that rarest of tricks: writing brilliantly about happiness * Sunday Times *Imagine our joy when Vintage announced that it is publishing a collection of easily digestible books from the world’s most celebrated writers on the experiences that make us human… They look good and read well. That’s win/win in our book. * Stylist *

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Book SynopsisThe most recent studies show that 40,000 cycles of IVF are carried out in the UK each year - and approximately a million are carried out worldwide. It is estimated that at least 200,000 IVF babies are born annually - and this figure is constantly rising. With assisted conception increasing year on year, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO IVF offers an invaluable and insightful approach to the process. Packed with first-hand accounts of patients who have been through it, and Kate Brian''s own experience of IVF, this book will de-mystify the treatment and give a ''behind-the-scenes'' account of what really happens. Addressing the entire experience, right from the initial clinic visit through to the assisted conception cycle, THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO IVF provides an accessible, down-to-earth and reassuring account of using IVF to conceive.Trade ReviewThis book trails the entire IVF journey comprehensively and insightfully. It provides information in an accurate and balanced manner and the views it projects are shared by many couples and specialists alike. Couples who are about to embark on or already going through an IVF cycle will have in this book a useful companion at every step of the way. * Dr Tarek El-Toukhy, Honorary Lecturer in Reproductive Medicine, Guy's & St Thomas’ *Hospital * ‘…a comprehensive guide to a stressful time in a couple’s life. Every part of the process, both scientific and emotional, is covered succinctly by Kate, who has been through it all twice herself’ *IRISH TATLER * ‘an invaluable source of information and advice for anyone interested in the process’ *WOMEN'S WAY * 'an accessible, down-to-earth and reassuring account of using IVF to conceive’ *

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Book SynopsisSelf-care for new mums is a necessity, not a luxury, so make sure you factor in me-time throughout baby’s first year with the help and advice in this book Motherhood is a life-changing, magical experience, but it’s also a time in your life that’s emotionally charged and physically exhausting. Not only that, but you’re trying to care for a tiny human being who needs you 24/7. Self-care couldn’t be more important to you than it is right now. As you experience your first year of motherhood, let this little book be your helping hand from the early days to your child’s first birthday. Packed with tips and quotes, it offers quick, simple ways to help you look after yourself, covering a number of topics such as: Recovering from birth Feelings and relationships Sleep deprivation Confidence and self-kindness Healthy living for you and baby Avoiding the comparison trap You deserve as much love and attention as you give, so let the advice in this book help you boost your well-being and feel like a fully functioning, confident new mum.

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Book SynopsisThe Muslim Mother Teresa' Huffington PostWinner of the 2023 Templeton PrizeImprisonment. Mutilation. Persecution. Edna Adan Ismail endured it all for the women of Africa.A Woman of Firsts tells the inspirational story of a remarkable daughter, nurse and First Lady. The indomitable Edna Adan Ismail survived imprisonment, persecution, and civil war to become a pioneering politician, a leading light in the World Health Organisation, and a global campaigner for women's rights.The eldest child of an overworked doctor in the British Protectorate of Somaliland, Edna was the first midwife in Somaliland, she campaigned tirelessly for better healthcare for women and fought for women on a global stage as the first female Foreign Minister of her country. But mixing with presidents and princes, she still never forgot her roots and continued to deliver children and train midwives a role she has to this day.At 81 years old, she still runs what is hailed as the Horn of Africa's finest university hosTrade Review‘The remarkable story of an extraordinary woman. Her struggles, lessons and triumphs are an inspiration’ Kirsty Young, Desert Island Discs ‘The Muslim Mother Teresa’ The Huffington Post ‘An extraordinary story from an incredible woman. Edna has devoted her life to helping others throughout the world, and her moving story is an inspiration.’ Dr Amanda Brown, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Prison Doctor

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Book Synopsis Snuggle up at bedtime with a book that’s indestructible!  Baby takes a bath. Splash! Baby puts on pajamas. Cozy! Baby gets kisses. Night-night!   Indestructibles is the trusted series for easing little ones into story time. Beloved by babies and their parents, Indestructibles are built for the way babies “read” (i.e., with their hands and mouths) and are: Rip Proof—made of ultra-durable tight-woven material Waterproof—can be chewed on, drooled on, and washed! Emergent Literacy Tool—bright pictures and few or no words encourage dialogic reading Portable—lightweight books can go anywhere, perfect for the diaper bag and for travel Safe for Baby—meets ASTM safety standards

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Book SynopsisStraightforward, no-nonsense guidance on one of the most vital (and often ignored) women''s health and wellbeing issues. A must-read! (Rebecca Schiller CEO of Birthrights, the human rights in childbirth charity and author of The No-Guilt Pregnancy Plan) *Learn how to treat common problems such as stress incontinence, overactive bladder and prolapse *Get back into shape post-pregnancy *Enjoy a healthy sex life at every stage of your lifeTrade ReviewI loved reading this guide and found all the tips super informative and helpful after the birth of my second child -- Anniki Sommerville * The Selfish Mother *Jane's book is something that is very much needed - a book that addresses a topic we try to brush under the carpet, but one that is necessary to get out there and have information on. She is without doubt the perfect person for the job on this - as she has the right manner, attitude and help to make this subject less taboo. -- Emma Forbes * Radio and TV Presenter *Wonderful that the spotlight is being shone on and taboos broken about this common condition which so many women endure in silence - too ashamed to even talk about it. Now is the time for all of us to speak out about the reality of what it means to be female. -- Jennifer Nadel * Co-author of WE: The Uplifting Manual for Women Seeking Happiness and the co-founder of Compassion in Politics *Straightforward, no-nonsense guidance on one of the most vital (and often ignored) women's health and wellbeing issues. A must-read! -- Rebecca Schiller * CEO of Birthrights, the human rights in childbirth charity and author of The No-Guilt Pregnancy Plan *Every woman should have access to this information. It's just not enough to just tell women to 'do pelvic floor exercises.' We need to really understand how important our pelvic floor is, how it can change throughout our lives and what we can do to take care for it. Finally, a book on the pelvic floor I can read and make sense of -- Sophie Fletcher * leading UK hypnotherapist and author of Mindful Hypnobirthing *If ever there was a muscle that women neglect to exercise, it's the pelvic floor, but this confronting book will have you squeezing with every sentence * Red Magazine *The more I talk to Simpson, the more I am radicalised. This is about valuing yourself, deep down, or on the inside, in the most practical way * Times T2 *A fabulous and useful book for anyone, having tips and tricks useful to both men and women...share it with your friends, colleagues and partners. It is a wonderful self management book for us all. * Nursing Times *

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Book SynopsisShows how natural therapies like yoga, meditation and herbalism can support conventional medical knowledge to help potential parents prepare in the best way possible for a successful conception. This title offers information on how we conceive, the best preconceptual care, understanding cycles and timing, and, foods and fertility.

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Book SynopsisHow to raise your baby and child the way nature intended, with non-invasive remedies, healthy eating strategies and workable daily routines. This inspiring and practical book provides reassuring answers and constructive advice to enjoy and cope with every stage, combining expert and thoughtful text with 650 appealing photographs.

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Book Synopsis_______________ Do you have questions? The Guide for Everyone has all the answers you need Marley Hall is a midwife and mum of five – in other words, she's seen it all. In her Guide for Everyone, you'll find answers to questions you never knew you wanted to ask. Like, what do these clinical terms mean? What are my choices? And is there a 'right' way to give birth or take care of my baby? Birth is a unique experience for every person, and the book contains the latest guidance that will help you to understand the full picture all the way through an entire 12 months. Each chapter is illustrated with Marley's original doodle-drawings and is subtly colour coded, so you can flick through and find exactly what you’re looking for right now, when you need it. There is evidence-based information to support everyone and provide a reliable source of knowledge about important things like when to call your care provider, getting baby into an optimal position for birth, how to approach the 'fourth trimester' (the three months after the birth), and even where to find the shower in a postnatal ward. You'll be armed with all the tools you need to communicate and thrive wherever you are, be it birth centre, hospital or home. It's like having your own personal Marley on call! “Supportive, inclusive, knowledgeable and wonderfully warm, Midwife Marley is the perfect partner for your positive pregnancy and parenting journey. Every family touched by her help feels genuinely valued.” Siobhan Freegard OBE, Founder of NetmumsTrade ReviewThis fabulous guide engages the reader through informative illustrations and detailed, evidence-based text. I’ll be recommending Marley’s book for sure! * Sheena Byrom OBE, Registered Midwife *Midwife Marley is so informative and her illustrations are so relatable. She keeps it real, fresh and humorous * Perri Shakes-Drayton, Olympian *Supportive, inclusive, knowledgeable and wonderfully warm, Midwife Marley is the perfect partner for your positive pregnancy and parenting journey. Every family touched by her help feels genuinely valued * Siobhan Freegard OBE, Founder of Netmums *Marley has a knack of knowing just which topics women need her insight, and busts myth after myth with humour and a writing style that's straight to the point * Milli Hill, author of Give Birth Like a Feminist and The Positive Birth Book *

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Book SynopsisThe first pre- and postnatal book geared specifically to experienced yoga practitioners—from an established author, with contributions from the leaders in the field.      You''ve been practicing yoga for years. It is a part of the way you live, move, and breathe. And then . . . you get pregnant. Pregnancy can throw any woman a curve ball. Even established and experienced yoga practitioners will likely find that their body, mind, and practice are challenged during pregnancy, birth, and motherhood. This book is the yoga practitioner''s companion through this period, offering practical advice, step-by-step asana sequences, pranayama practices, and meditation techniques, all of which are designed to help new mothers connect more deeply to their experience and prepare for their journey—physically, mentally, and spiritually.      Grounded in both ancient wisdom and contemporary knowledge, Yoga Mama covers each trimester, labor and birth, and the postpartum years. The beautifully photographed sequences include modifications and suggestions to accommodate a growing belly and to address the concerns or challenges that may arise during this time. Holistic and ayurvedic medicine perspectives help women understand what is happening in their bodies at every juncture, and personal stories connect them to pregnant women everywhere. Through practice, self-reflection, and learning how to let go, yoga gives us the opportunity to be an active, informed participant in the birthing of our baby and a healthy, happy parent. Yoga Mama is the perfect companion for the experienced yoga practitioner during her pregnancy and on into motherhood. This pre- and postnatal book offers practical advice and inspiration, asana sequences, pranayama practices, and meditation techniques, all of which speak to and help new mothers connect more deeply to their experience and prepare for their journey--physically, mentally, and spiritually. Grounded in ancient wisdom and contemporary knowledge, the book covers each trimester, labor and birth, and the postpartum years. It includes:   • Flowing sequences that emphasize self-awareness and promote strength, flexibility, and balance    • Modifications that accommodate a pregnant woman''s growing belly, recalibrate her balance, and honor fluctuations in her energy levels    • Mini sequences for specific trimester challenges: morning sickness, fatigue, anxiety, low-back issues, etc.    • Asana, pranayama, and meditation practices designed to deeply connect mother and baby from the beginning of pregnancy through the postpartum years    • A dedicated section on the pelvic floor to encourage women to let go and prepare for labor and birth    • Special breathing techniques for labor that encourage natural childbirth    • Deeper practices and ancient teachings that can help women tap into their strength and create a prenatal and birthing experience that is empowering and unique    • Postpartum advice and sequences designed to help knit things back together, address postpartum challenges, and offer tips for bonding, nursing, self-care, and nutrition    • Information (from a Western holistic and ayurvedic perspective) on what is happening in the body at every juncture--prenatal, labor and birth, and postpartum    • Personal advice and stories from a wide array of pre- and postnatal experts With contributions from:   • Elena Brower: founder and director of Virayoga in New York City, prenatal teacher for YogaGlo.com, and author of Art of Attention    • Stephanie Snyder: teacher in San Francisco, pre- and postnatal teacher for YogaGlo.com    • Jane Austin: pre- and postnatal yoga teacher, midwife, childbirth educator, and director of Mama Tree prenatal teacher training programs in San Francisco    • Margi Young: OM yoga teacher in New York and San Francisco    • De West: pre- and postnatal yoga teacher and childbirth educator in Boulder    • Dustienne Miller: certified physical therapist and Kripalu yoga teacher in Boston    • Kate Hanley: OM yoga teacher, mind-body coach, and author of The 28 Days Lighter Diet    • Melissa Billie Williams: pre- and postnatal teacher and director of Yoga Junction studio in Louisville, Colorado

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Book SynopsisA startlingly large number of women who want to breastfeed have to stop before they are ready, leaving them feeling a range of negative emotions, including grief, anger, guilt, shame and frustration, and often blaming themselves. But in a society that places little value on breastfeeding and mothers' feelings, their painful stories are often swept under the carpet to the detriment of women's mental health and experience of new motherhood. Professor Amy Brown has researched what breastfeeding really means to women, how they can feel when things don't go according to plan and importantly, how we can change things for the next generation of women. Her findings make fascinating reading for anyone with personal experience of breastfeeding difficulties, those who support mothers to make infant feeding decisions that are right for them, or those who simply want to be part of changing the conversation.

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Book SynopsisThe definitive week-by-week diet and lifestyle plan to support IVF treatment and help you become pregnant from the one of the UK's foremost experts on fertility and conception, Zita West.'The IVF process is so out of your control and this was a really helpful tool to bring me back in control and nurture my body' -- ***** Reader review'Excellent book, a great way to feel like you have some control over this crazy process!' -- ***** Reader review'Terrific and informative - worth every penny' -- ***** Reader review'Easy to read and easy to understand' -- ***** Reader review'Brilliant' -- ***** Reader review****************************************************************************************************More and more couples are turning to IVF each year to help them conceive, and yet there are still many questions to be answered. "What makes IVF successful?" and "what else can we do to support our treatment?" are two of the most important queries couples can have, and here, Zita West offers solutions.Nutrition and lifestyle advice, psychological and emotional support and a positive mindset all play an important part in helping couples conceive, and can even make the difference between a successful and unsuccessful outcome.This book not only advises how to prepare for IVF, but why it's so important to prepare, and with a step-by-step diet and lifestyle plan and over 60 recipes for meals designed for optimum fertility heath, this is a clear way to actively support your treatment.Table of Contents 1: Acknowledgements 2: Foreword by Dr George Ndukwe 3: Preface 4: Introduction 1: Understanding the IVF Journey 1: Fertility: The Basics 2: Starting Your IVF Journey 3: The IVF Process 2: IVF and Your Lifestyle 4: Transform Your Lifestyle 5: Nurture Your Relationships 6: Build Your Energy Reserves and Reduce Stress 7: Maintain a Positive Mindset 8: Lifestyle Factors That Affect IVF 3: Preparing for IVF 9: The Importance of Nutrition 10: Ten Egg and Sperm Health 11: Nourishing Your Digestive System 12: Fertility-influencing Conditions 4: The Countdown Nutrition Plan 13: Clearing the System 14: Balancing Your Blood Sugar 15: Your Acid–Alkaline Balance 16: Reducing Inflammation 5: Diet and Your IVF Cycle 17: Starting an IVF Cycle 18: Egg Collection 19: Embryo Transfer and Implantation 20: The Two-week Wait 21: When IVF is Successful 22: When IVF Fails 23: Appendix: Commonly Asked Questions 24: About the Zita West Fertility Clinic 25: Index

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Book SynopsisAll the best words of wisdom from experienced mums are compiled in this charming little book, sharing tips and advice to make life that little bit easier during pregnancy and motherhood. Ideal for a handy bedside pick-me-up when a mum is tired and overwhelmed and in need of a little thought gem to keep her going. Readers are treated to a tip per page, making the book easy to dip into when a little guiding light is needed. From time and money saving tips and gentle ways of steering your child towards good eating and sleeping routines, to coping with the mountain of advice offered. There are sections on birth, feeding, weaning, changing, clothing, sleeping, playing, learning, travel, you and also twins. A thoughtful gift to celebrate pregnancy, for any new baby celebration or a baby shower. To create a gorgeous gift set these books and journals are a lovely accompaniment: Bump To Birthday The Story Of Us Hopes & Wishes Here are some example tips from this gift book: • Clothes can fit again once your toddler stops wearing nappies so don't be too keen to get rid of those little outfits. • Leave nursery school with conviction when you drop your child off - say goodbye and don't linger as this may upset your child. • Take a spare set of clothes for your child (and you if possible) on day trips. You will need them on at least one occasion! • Let yourself ask for help. It could be the best thing you ever do. Made with paper & love, from you to me. Why we love it Lovely illustrations on super soft, silky paper make this a sensational gift for new parents. We love the fact that these tips are all from new mums, and it’s great to see that parents of twins and their top tips have been included.

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Book Synopsis“[A] a well-researched, deeply comprehensive (and readable!) guide to building a queer family in a way that works for you.” —Emily Oster, author of Expecting BetterThis groundbreaking, up-to-date fertility guide from trusted queer and trans midwife Kristin Liam Kali is perfect for every queer family seeking pregnancy. It’s also the first evidence-based, transgender inclusive, and body-positive fertility resource for our community. Here, queer prospective parents will find sound advice about every step of the baby-making process:· Creating a timeline· Fertile health for every body· Preconception tests· Identifying ovulation· Sperm donors, egg donors, gamete banks, and surrogacy· Methods of insemination including IUI, IVF, and reciprocal IVF· Miscarriage and infertility· Navigating early pregnancy and preparing for infant feeding, including lactation induction for trans women and other nongestational parents This book is for all LGBTQ+ readers interested in creating family through pregnancy: anyone who identifies as queer, lesbians, gay men, bisexual people, trans and nonbinary people, couples, single parents by choice, poly families, and coparents. It’s an antidote to a culture and medical system that all too often centers heterosexual couples experiencing infertility while overlooking our unique needs. Also contains sidebars with guidance for reproductive healthcare professionals.“This life-changing book is equal parts practical handbook and sensitively written resource. Highly recommended!”—Toni Weschler, MPH, author of Taking Charge of Your FertilityTrade Review“Packed with answers to questions you probably never even thought to ask, this life-changing book is equal parts practical handbook and sensitively written resource. Highly recommended!”—Toni Weschler, MPH, author of Taking Charge of Your Fertility “This book is a well-researched, deeply comprehensive (and readable!) guide to building a queer family in a way that works for you.” —Emily Oster, author of Expecting Better "In Queer Conception, fertility midwife Kristin Kali helps prospective parents navigate a heteronormative system . . . The book helps readers identify potential donors and surrogates, describes methods of insemination, and prepares new parents for infant feeding, which may include lactation induction for trans women and nongestational parents."—Publishers Weekly"Kali distills the knowledge they’ve gained over 25 years of experience as a health care provider and advocate for queer and trans parents into a book filled with detailed information about fertility, family planning and parenthood...Fertility and family planning is often catered to straight, cisgender, monogamous couples; Kali illustrates that queer and trans parents and parents-to-be have different needs and perspectives that need to be taken into account."—The SeattleTimes“Queer Conception decodes the science of baby making with a body-positive, gender-affirming lens. A pivotal resource delivered with heart. Highly recommended!”—Lindo Bacon, PhD, author of Health at Every Size and Radical Belonging “A must-read for queer and trans parents-to-be, their providers, their extended families, allies, and anyone who wants to understand the new terrain in which it takes a sperm, an egg, a uterus, and a rainbow of genders and sexualities to make a baby.”—Diane Ehrensaft, PhD, director of mental health at UCSF Child and Adolescent Gender Center and author of Mommies, Daddies, Donors, Surrogates

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Book SynopsisLet training commenceAttention! In your hand is an indispensable pocket-sized training manual for new dads. Written by ex-Commando and father of three Neil Sinclair, this no-nonsense guide will teach you everything you need to know to prepare for your biggest mission yet: parenthood. With step-by-step advice and Commando Dad Top Tips, this book will ensure you're ready to parent with military precision.Learn how to:- Prepare base camp for your baby trooper's arrival- Survive the first 24 hours- Establish feeding and sleeping routines- Pack a survival kit for everything from light missions to long-term deployments- Transport the troops successfully on manoeuvres- Treat ailments and injuries with basic first-aid training- Keep base camp tidy and square away tasks along the way- Maintain morale in the ranksAnd much, much more.Designed to be used in the field from birth to 12 months, this resource provides the foundation to all the practical skills needed to become the ultimate protector to your newest trooper. As used by Prince William himself, this is the go-to training manual for fatherhood recruits!Trade Review'will appeal to men more than the usual baby-care manual.' Take a Break

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Book SynopsisDo you want to raise a well-behaved, happy child but feel that common forms of discipline used today, which focus on rewarding, excluding or punishing children, don''t work for your family?In The Gentle Discipline Book, Sarah Ockwell-Smith debunks many commonly held beliefs about punishment and motivation, and provides an alternative approach that will empower you to discipline your child in an effective way and with respect. Gentle discipline is not about mollycoddling your child or being a pushover - it means understanding your child, having realistic expectations of them, and responding to their misbehaviour appropriately. It focuses on teaching and learning, not punishment or rewarding.In her trademark practical style, Sarah offers solutions for coping with the most common discipline challenges, including:- whining and sulking- aggressive and destructive behaviour- not listening and refusal to do things- rudeness and backchat<Trade ReviewSarah's advice has given me the confidence to know there are alternative, gentler methods to things like the naughty step, and I'll be using this book as my bible for the next 16 years! And recommending it to all my friends * Charlie O’Brien, presenter, blogger, vlogger and mum to Noah *What I value most about Sarah Ockwell-Smith's latest book is that it honours the struggles of both children and parents. She helps us see how understanding both sets of needs yields resolution and connection, which are not words we usually associate with discipline! Readers are treated not only to fascinating new discoveries about how children's brains and behaviour relate but also to the "ah-ha" moments that parents most wish for during times of conflict with their children * Dr Suzanne Zeedyk, Developmental psychology, Honorary Fellow, University of Dundee *In Gentle Discipline, Sarah Ockwell-Smith challenges us as parents to pause, take a step back, and understand why children behave the way they do, so that we can make respectful and effective parenting choices... Congratulations, Sarah, this is a comprehensive, pragmatic, and common-sense approach to redefining what it means to discipline our children. Children all over the world will be thanking you! * Tracy Gillett, writer, mother and founder of Raised Good *Any parent who wants to guide their children with more respect rather than govern them with fear will benefit from reading The Gentle Discipline Book. If you want reduce power struggles and punishments and replace them with more connection and understanding, this is a great read * Jessica Joelle Alexander, co-author of The Danish Way of Parenting *The Gentle Discipline Book is a thorough guide to raising confident, capable children. Sarah Ockwell-Smith delivers valuable information and balances it nicely with practical and clear advice for implementing gentle discipline. This is a book that will remain by your bedside for reference for years to come -- Rebecca Eanes, author of Positive Parenting: An Essential GuideA trustworthy combination of what-to-expect information and gentle-parenting solutions to the most common challenges faced by parents with young children -- The Green Parent

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Book SynopsisLife After Birth is your essential guide to the wide and diverse spectrum of motherhood. In this companion, Jessica Prescott and Vaughne Geary share their evidence-based approach to the lost but ever important art of caring for yourself as a mother, including recipes from their postpartum food delivery service Mama Goodness. They cover everything from herbal wisdom and nutritional support, to sleep and breastfeeding tips, communication tools, managing siblings, how to nourish your body, parent on your period, and so much more. A stunning hardback with full colour photography, Life After Birth will help you prepare, not just for the first six weeks following your birth, but for the months and years that follow. By tuning into your body, nourishing it, celebrating it and honouring the cyclical nature of womanhood, this book will help you thrive in your new role as a mother.

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Book SynopsisThis elegant pregnancy journal takes you through nine months of pregnancy with prompts to record all of your special moments and create a keepsake to one day give to your child. Bestselling author and illustrator Korie Herold pored over every page, adding artistic details and flourishes to create the perfect keepsake pregnancy memory book. Growing You includes: - Pregnancy milestones - Pocket folder for sonogram photos, letters from loved ones, and other mementos - Prompts to record precious pregnancy milestones - Space to journal through the months of your pregnancy - And more! Special Features: - Chic, gender-neutral design - Elegant linen cover - Acid-free and archival paper - Generous trim size offers ample space for photos - Lay-flat design allows you to easily write in the book

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Book SynopsisMake family mealtimes fun and healthy with over a hundred recipes from Britain's best-loved kids cooking expert.Annabel Karmel brings you a mouth-watering batch of never before seen recipes featuring delicious ingredients with serious nutritional credentials. With beautiful photographs and fresh design, this is an essential book for every modern parent. Chapters range from Fifteen Minute Meals to Healthy 'Fast Food', via Holiday Cooking with Kids and Lunchbox Snacks, and fresh, easy and modern dishes include Quinoa Chicken Fingers, Crispy Baked Cod, The Best Buttermilk Pancakes and Carrot Cake Balls.The chapters are designed to make choosing a fuss-free dish simple. Many recipes include swap-outs to cater for those with food allergies, intolerances or particularly fussy eaters! There is a huge range of meat-free and vegan meal options as well as recipes including meat and fish.Real Food Kids Will Love offers everything today's parents are looking for once their babies are ready to start joining in with family mealtimes. Each dish is designed to be enjoyed by the whole family, while remaining simple, healthy, and not too salty or sugary for young children.Table of ContentsIntroduction - 1: Introduction Chapter - 2: Family Favourites Chapter - 3: Meat-free & Vegan Chapter - 4: 15-minute Meals Chapter - 5: Healthy 'Fast' Food Chapter - 6: Lunchbox & Playdate Snacks Chapter - 7: Desserts & Sweets Chapter - 8: Holiday Cooking with Kids Index - i: Index Acknowledgements - ii: Acknowledgements

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Book SynopsisA brand-new book from the trusted WHAT TO EXPECT brand, covering everything parents need to know about months 12 - 24 in their child's life.

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Book SynopsisResearch shows that ‘normal’ infant sleep is not what most experts claim it to be. In fact, many of today’s sleep ‘problems’ with young babies and children predominantly occur in the developed world. In Why Your Baby’s Sleep Matters, renowned gentle parenting expert Sarah Ockwell-Smith demonstrates how nurturing babies at night helps their brain development, and covers the topics every parent of a new baby will need to know about, including naps, SIDS, night weaning, coping with your own exhaustion – and even dealing with advice and criticism from others.

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Book SynopsisMany parents experience a long and bumpy ride along the road to a nappy-free existence. Advice on offer from grandparents, friends and professionals is often conflicting, leaving parents unsure of how and when to potty train their child.In Potty Training in One Week, bestselling author Gina Ford sets out a simple, easy-to-follow programme that works quickly and avoids many of the common pitfalls parents encounter.This clearly organised book makes potty training easy, and even fun. Including updated information on:- How to know when your child is really ready - How to make potty training fun for your child - How to reward - How to deal with accidents - What to do when you go out- What to do at sleep timesTrade ReviewPerfect for any nappy-clinging parent * She *

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Book SynopsisFrom hormones to stretch marks, labor pains to diaper changes, motherhood is an adventure like none other. The rapid changes in your body, your lifestyle, and your very identity call for a certain mental and emotional agility. Mindfulness can help you meet the challenge and approach every experience with your new baby with open eyes and an open heart. Based on research conducted at California Pacific Medical Center, and with a foreword by beloved meditation teacher Sylvia Boorstein, Mindful Motherhood: Practical Tools for Staying Sane During Pregnancy and Your Child's First Year (New Harbinger/Noetic Books, May 2009, $16.95) by psychologist and mom Cassandra Vieten, has been acclaimed by women's health experts, mindfulness teachers, and psychologists alike.Mindful Motherhood provides pregnant women and new moms with a brief, low-cost, easy to implement set of tools to deal with stress, difficult moments, depressed or anxious moods, and negative thought patterns during pregnancy and early motherhood. Based on the principles of mindfulness, this book also provides information, exercises, and ideas to enhance the positive emotions that are part of the experience of motherhood and improve the quality of mother-infant interactions, bringing more attention and awareness to the deep joy and satisfaction that motherhood can bring.Mindful Motherhood provides pregnant women and early moms with:1) accessible information based on science and sound clinical theory,2) practical tools for practicing mindfulness in everyday life,3) stories and examples to inspire interest and clarify points, and4) experiential exercises that will help readers integrate the informationand experiences they have.Mindful Motherhood also offers current insights into the positive psychology of motherhood and mother-infant attachment, translating science and theory into jargon-free language and immediately applicable tools. This book is aimed specifically toward pregnant women and mothers with infants, who would like to deal more effectively with stress and mood during pregnancy and postpartum, who are interested in being the best parent they can be, and who want to cultivate a deeper connection to themselves and their children.The goal is to help women become the kind of present, authentic, connected, emotionally competent, psychologically-balanced, and loving mothers they want to be not to mention enjoying the extraordinary experience of motherhood to its fullest extent.Why it is ImportantA large body of evidence in both animal and human studies indicates that stress and mood disturbance experienced during pregnancy increases the risk for preterm birth, low birth weight, and other pregnancy-related complications, and may adversely affect the developing fetus. Postnatal mood disturbance can interfere with attachment, healthy parenting behaviors, and child development. While a wealth of evidence supports all these facts, surprisingly little information is available to women and clinicians for reducing stress and improving mood in pregnancy and postpartum.Mindful Motherhood is the only book oriented toward teaching research-based mindfulness principles to reduce stress and improve mood in pregnant women and new moms. It is an easy but informative read that gives new moms the psychology, science and health facts behind how mindfulness can enhance mother-infant attachment, and be used in childbirth.

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Book SynopsisEarly Years is a beautiful, gender neutral baby to five years record journal, designed to capture memories of the precious first five years of a child’s life. Each year of Early Years is illustrated with a different set of woodland animals and guides you to record all those wonderful first moments and milestones from arrival into the world, first steps, first words, key celebrations and first day at school, all the way from birth to the child’s fifth birthday. Early Years comes neatly packaged with a complementary notebook Notes & Quotes to keep handy in a changing bag or push chair for recording moments as they happen. A great addition to any baby shower Early Years also makes a great birth, Christening or first birthday gift or present for an expectant parent at Christmas.

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Book SynopsisDiscover tried-and-tested techniques to help you relax during labour, including mindfulness, breathing exercises and visualization, so that you can have an empowering, positive birth.Now with two new chapters, this brand-new edition of The Calm Birth Method will show you how you can make birth a gentle and enjoyable experience. This authoritative guide will help you to build confidence in your body and its abilities and offers practical techniques to support and prepare you. Walking you and your birth partner through the whole process of birth preparation, Suzy Ashworth and Liz Stanford share:· Why many people feel so scared of giving birth and how to eliminate these fears during pregnancy· How relaxing during birth transforms your physiology· Practical techniques to promote deep relaxation and mindfulness· How to unify birth partners and care providers to ensure the birthing environment is stress-freeTake the power back into your own hands so that you can learn to trust your body and look forward to welcoming your child into the world.

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Book SynopsisEmma Armstrong aka The Naked Doula is a certified birth doula, hypnobirthing coach and birth influencer with over 160K followers on Instagram. Emma has turned her talent and experience as a professional and a mother into creating The Naked Birth, a platform for birth education that is both fun and engaging but most importantly fear-free. The centre offers online courses, masterclasses, flashcards and visual in labour support. Alongside the centre and to reach a wider community of women she has created an app that gives you access two different plans hypnobirth programme or bundle with the option to add additional goodies.

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Book SynopsisAs babies grow, their routines and patterns change. In The Contented Toddler Years, Gina addresses the many changes in sleeping and feeding habits that arise during the second and third year. She offers invaluable advice and insight into these crucial stages of a child''s development, from walking and talking, to teething and potty training, and also shows you how to deal with tantrums, food refusal, and sibling jealousy; prepare for the arrival of a second baby, including how to cope physically, emotionally and financially, and how to adapt her routines when caring for a baby and toddler; make teeth-cleaning fun and put an end to habits such as thumb-sucking, nail-biting, and eating dirt; and decide what type of childcare is best for you and your toddler. Gina''s advice is derived from hands-on experience of dealing with children. Parents can be confident that her techniques, which have been tried and tested many times and have proved successful with many different children, can also work for them. She has listened to the concerns of thousands of parents via her consultations and website. Reassuring and down-to-earth, parents will find Gina''s advice can help make the passage from contented baby to confident child a happy and stress-free experience for the whole family.Trade Review'It is hard to overestimate the good she has done...How to reward this great benefactor of mankind?...My wife takes the view that only sainthood will do.' -- Peter Oborne, Political Editor * The Spectator *Gina Ford is the Delia Smith of parenting. * YOU Magazine *For me she was an absolute godsend. -- Kate Winslet

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Book SynopsisA SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER ''An unadulterated delight...suffused with a sense of love and very, very funny'' Maggie O''Farrell It''s 2004 and Anne Enright, one of Ireland''s most remarkable writers, has just had two babies: a girl and a boy. Making Babies, is the intimate, engaging, and very funny record of the journey from early pregnancy to age two. Written in dispatches, typed with a sleeping baby in the room, it has the rush of good news - full of the mess, the glory, and the raw shock of it all. An antidote to the high-minded, polemical ''How-to'' baby manuals, Making Babies also bears a visceral and dreamlike witness to the first years of parenthood. Anne Enright wrote the truth of it as it happened, because, for these months and years, it is impossible for a woman to lie.Trade Review1000 kilometres away from baby whisperer books, and one every petrified parent-to-be should read. * Image *1000 kilometres away from baby whisperer books, and one every petrified parent-to-be should read. * Image *Fizzingly entertaining. Reading it is like having a conversation with your funniest friend. Enright has pulled off that rarest of tricks: writing brilliantly about happiness * Sunday Times *Making Babies is an absolute joy, the perfect, intelligent antidote to poisonous books on the subjectAn unadulterated delight...suffused with a sense of love and very, very funny * Daily Telegraph *

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