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From Fear to Joy: The First Mom

Complete Guide to Pregnancy for a Confident, Happy, and Smooth Journey to Parenthood

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From Fear to Joy: The First Mom

By: Lena Brooks
Narrated by: Emily Paige
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About this listen

Feeling overwhelmed by the flood of pregnancy advice?

Worried about your baby’s health, labor prep, or balancing life and work as a first-time parent?

You’re not alone—and it doesn’t have to be this stressful.

From From Fear to Joy: The First Mom is your all-in-one guide to navigating pregnancy with clarity, confidence, and calm. Created especially for first-time moms, this book delivers compassionate, expert-backed guidance to help you move from uncertainty to empowerment—step by step.

Inside, you’ll discover:

  • Week-by-week support to guide you through each phase of pregnancy
  • 15 key foods to nourish your body and baby (and which to avoid)
  • Safe exercise habits that energize without overexertion
  • How to create a birth plan tailored to your comfort and needs
  • 5 simple mindfulness tools to ease anxiety and improve emotional balance
  • Ways to involve your partner and share the experience
  • Mood support strategies for hormonal changes and emotional shifts
  • Work-life balance tips to manage your schedule while staying healthy
  • Community-building tips to find your pregnancy “village”
  • Budgeting advice to help you prepare for baby-related expenses
  • What to pack in your hospital bag (no stress, just a checklist)
  • How to set boundaries and kindly handle unsolicited advice
  • Body-positive encouragement to help you embrace physical changes
  • Reflection prompts and journaling space for deeper connection
  • Postpartum prep for a smoother “fourth trimester” transition

Whether you’re newly pregnant or preparing for delivery, this guide is here to walk beside you—not talk over you. It skips medical jargon and one-size-fits-all advice in favor of real stories, practical tools, and honest encouragement for wherever you are on your journey.

Because this experience is yours—and you deserve to feel ready, supported, and joyful every step of the way.

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Week-by-week Guidance • Practical Advice • Calm Narration • Calming Tone • Supportive Approach • Confidence Building
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As a first-time mom, I was drowning in information, blogs, advice, forums, all of it left me more anxious than prepared. This book felt like a deep breath. It broke things down in a clear, comforting way without sugarcoating anything. What I loved most was how it balanced real facts with emotional support. It helped me trust myself more and stopped me from spiraling into worst-case scenarios. I listened to it in the evenings and always felt more grounded afterward. It's like having a supportive friend guide you through every step, from the first test to the delivery room.

Made Me Feel Calm, Not Overwhelmed

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I got this for my sister, who is expecting her first.
we listened to part of it together, and then she finished it on her own. I loved everything that I heard the advice was great. The tone and delivery was perfect, and my sister said that she really felt more confident after listening to it. She said that it answered a lot of her questions and her concerns.

Such great advice

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This audiobook offers practical advice without overwhelming the listener. The explanations are easy to follow and cover important stages of pregnancy in a calm, reassuring tone. It balances medical facts with emotional support, making the whole journey feel more manageable. The pacing is just right not too fast or slow and the narrator’s voice keeps you engaged throughout. Overall, it’s a solid resource for anyone preparing for their first pregnancy.

A Clear and Supportive Pregnancy Guide

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I was overwhelmed, anxious, and second-guessing everything this audiobook calmed a lot of that. It felt like having a wise, non judgy friend walk me through what to expect without scaring me. The advice was super practical and helped me feel way more prepared and in control. I actually looked forward to listening every day. If you’re freaking out a little like I was, this is totally worth it.

Exactly What I Needed as a First Time Mom

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I just finished listening to this lovely book and I honestly wish I had found it sooner. As a first-time mom, I’ve had my fair share of worries, but this audiobook was like a warm hug and a gentle pep talk. It explained each stage of pregnancy in a simple, clear way and covered everything from physical changes to emotional ups and downs, and even handy offers tips. If you're looking for calm, confidence, and a bit of joy on your pregnancy journey, this one's a gem.

Comforting guide for first-time moms

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This book was a breath of fresh air during a time that felt super overwhelming. From Fear to Joy broke everything down week by week, and I finally felt like I could trust the process instead of panicking over every little thing. It gave me solid advice, real talk (not sugarcoated or scary), and reminded me that it’s okay not to know everything right away. If you're pregnant for the first time, this is the kind of guide that makes you feel seen, supported, and genuinely excited.








A Must Read For All First Time Mom.

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This audiobook cuts through the noise with calm, clear support that actually helps you feel grounded during such a huge life shift. I especially appreciated the week-by-week breakdowns, the gentle encouragement around body image, and the realistic postpartum prep. It felt like getting advice from a trusted friend who gets how overwhelming it can all be—without pressure or judgment.

Reassuring, clear, and surprisingly comforting

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Being a first-time mom, I was full of questions and worries. This guide felt like a friend walking me through every step—clear, reassuring, and easy to follow. It helped me understand what to expect and gave me simple ways to feel more confident and calm. I appreciated how it balanced practical advice with emotional support. If you’re expecting your first baby and want a steady, kind guide, this book is definitely worth it.

A Comforting Companion for My First Pregnancy

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There's nothing like being a first-time mom, and this book walks you through from finding out you're pregnant to getting ready for delivery. It's exciting to be pregnant, but lots of emotions, especially the thought of delivery pain. It's not very clinical, and that's good. It simply guides you through what to expect, providing reassurance and informative content. This book does the job.

Really enjoyed listening to this one.

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This audiobook felt like a comforting friend walking me through every stage of pregnancy. Lena Brooks offers clear, practical guidance while gently addressing the fears and uncertainties that often come with first-time motherhood. Emily Paige’s narration is calm and engaging, making staying focused easy. I especially appreciated the positive, empowering tone throughout. Highly recommended for any mom-to-be looking for support and confidence on this journey!

Reassuring and Uplifting for First-Time Moms

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