Preparing For Baby

Affirmations are known to have a beneficial effect on many different aspects of life. During pregnancy, they are so important and allow you to rewire your brain and train your mindset for positivity which is essential for enjoying your pregnancy and achieving the relaxed and calm birth experience you have been dreaming of.

This cover-to-cover (including the cover!) new edition is filled with must-have information, advice, insight, and tips for a new generation of moms and dads. With What to Expect’s trademark warmth, empathy, and humor, it answers every conceivable question expecting parents could have, including dozens of new ones based on the ever-changing pregnancy and birthing practices and choices they face. Advice for dads is fully integrated throughout the book.

Carole Kramer Arsenault has spent the last two decades helping parents through pregnancy, labor, and all of their new responsibilities once baby comes home - both as a longtime pediatric nurse and as the founder of the most highly regarded baby care service in New England. From the first trimester to the fourth (baby’s crucial first three months), Arsenault and her team of professional nurses have seen it all.

Having a baby in the house can be scary, but it doesn’t need to be! Written by qualified nutritionist and a mother of three, this audiobook will educate you on the milestones you can look forward to month by month, as well as changes you can expect to make to your care routine as your baby grows. But it’s not all about that little bundle of joy of yours. Elizabeth Newbourne also cares about mommy and daddy and their well-being during this transition. Don’t wait until it's too late, gain the proper knowledge needed to set your family up for success.

Funny breastfeeding books are hard to come by these days. But in this quirky book, breastfeeding education is transformed from a serious, dull and overwhelming experience into a light-hearted, humorous and relaxing one. In easy-to-understand language chock full of baby and boob jokes, you'll learn the basics of breastfeeding a newborn including: How to prepare for breastfeeding How to make enough milk How to get a comfortable latch and How to feel confident your baby is getting enough Beth McKeown, the author's sister and an accomplished artist, supplies playful and unique illustrations ...

Are you pregnant or thinking about starting a family? Do you want the best start possible for your baby, even before you give birth? Dr Chong Chen delivers more insights into how to give your child the best start in life in this latest edition of his series, Your Baby’s Developing Brain. In this latest installment, The Wonder of Prenatal Education: Why You Should Listen to Mozart and Sing to Your Baby While Pregnant, you will learn some incredible things about your unborn child, such as: When the fetus can hear How the fetus can learn stories and rhymes How you can educate your unborn ...

Pregnant Dad Discover how to become the father you’ve always wanted to be, even if you're starting this incredible journey today! Have you recently received the life-changing news that you will be a dad? Are you eager to be the best support for your partner but unsure where to begin? Are you overwhelmed by conflicting advice and fearful of falling short in your new role? Rest assured that you're not alone. Many new dads face these challenges, feeling unprepared and underinformed as they embark on fatherhood. Pregnant Dad is your comprehensive guide, offering the insights, practical tips, ...

Embark on an enchanting journey with our whimsical poem, where a panda and a bee bridge the gaps of distance, weaving a tale of love and anticipation. As they prepare to welcome a tiny dragon into their bamboo haven, the verses paint a vivid picture of unity, joy, and the magical moments that unfold when diverse worlds collide. This heartwarming narrative captures the essence of family, embracing differences, and the extraordinary bond that forms as a panda, a bee, and a dragon prepare to create a home filled with laughter, love, and the enchantment of shared dreams. Join us in celebrating ...

It has been said the Roman Empire was used by God in the spread of the Gospel; the well maintained roads, safe passage by sea, relative peace and order. Yet, the influence of Roman power in the land of Christianity’s origin was largely the work of one man – not a Roman, not a Jew yet a friend of the Romans and king of the Jews: Herod the Great.

Hilarious misadventures. Christmas at Hill Top Inn, is a light-hearted tale that captures the spirit of Christmas and the warmth of a group of coach travellers unexpectedly thrown together in a snowstorm. The unexpected arrival of the guests leads to a series of comic situations, highlighting Molly and Dave's naivety at running a pub and the eccentricities of the guests. The situation is saved by the ever talented, Jack. A local handyman who lives in a caravan down in the valley, who comes to their rescue time and time again, becoming a good friend in the process. Unexpected twists and ...

Do you feel ready to give birth and bring your baby home? Do you have a nagging suspicion you are forgetting something? Then you need to keep reading… The day is almost here. You’ve had some beautiful pregnancy photos taken, your baby shower was a success, and everything is a go according to your doctor, but what more can be done to make upcoming sleepless nights and less “me” time a little more manageable? Having a baby is the most awe-inspiring moment of your life, but it can be challenging for new mothers. You want to feel confident you have thought of everything before the big ...

Are you planning a pregnancy soon? Do you want your child to have the very best start in life? Author Chong Chen, with his background in medicine, psychiatry and brain science, brings his vast knowledge to bear in his book, Before You Get Pregnant: How to Sow the Best Seeds for Your Baby’s Developing Brain, which is designed to help your child develop its brain before it is even born. With well-researched evidence, in-depth and detailed information and a thought-provoking writing style, you will uncover all the facts you’ll need, through chapters on: Planning your pregnancy Eating ...

For years dog trainer Michael Wombacher has worked with expecting dog owners to prevent problems between dogs and children. He has also unfortunately witnessed too many families forced to surrender their beloved family companions because they failed to prepare the dog for the arrival of a new family member. In Good Dog, Happy Baby, Wombacher lays out a 12-step process that will give families the skills they need to navigate this new era of their lives.

Today, discoveries in psychology and neuroscience back up what I have discovered, that the words “joy” and “purpose” are linked in the most successful examples of living life—throughout childhood and adult life. Having a purpose that provides physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual balance in one’s own life naturally results in a desire to contribute to the good of all. And a feeling of joy is often the result. The following pages contain first-hand observation and conclusions that foster understanding of, and support for, optimum development in the first three years of life....

You’re expecting your bundle of joy, and you want to make sure you’re giving your baby the best possible start, and there is so much information out there. Where do you begin?In this bundle, a modern guide to a healthy pregnancy, the author shares heartfelt advice and encouraging words, busts the many myths of pregnancy, gives you an in-depth nutrition plan, and helps you ensure a healthy pregnancy for you and your baby.

Do you want to give your child the best possible start in life? Do you want to do it in a completely natural way, even before they take their first breath? Your child’s brain is developing long before they make their entrance into the world and it is just as important to help it to grow at this stage of life as it is in any other. With his latest book on child development - The Seed of Intelligence: Boost Your Baby’s Developing Brain Through Optimal Nutrition and Healthy Lifestyle – Dr Chong Chen explores the needs your unborn child has and how you can provide them, through: How to ...

How to prevent adult sibling rivalry? Look no further. Learn more about crucial conversations when caring for a loved one. People today are not only living longer, but they are also living sicker - making aging and caring for elderly loved ones more complicated than ever before. In this extensive guide, caregiver advocate Carolyn Brent outlines a step-by-step process so that caregivers know what to do and what to ask in every situation that may arise.

You’re going to be a Daddy! Now what? Help I’m a Dad Now - This audiobook is a great resource for men becoming fathers, dad’s with children, and supporting co-parents...Through the journey of parenting, you will encounter happiness, difficulties, and everything in between. With help from this audiobook you will be able to feel more prepared and fully confident to tackle parenthood. You can become the best dad ever! With the aid provided through Help I’m a Dad Now. If you just believe in yourself, your experience as a father will be ground breaking! You got this!

In this antenatal course in a book, experienced hypnobirthing and antenatal practitioner Jackie Kietz discusses labour and birth in the way that it would be covered at face-to-face birth preparation classes. From how to tell whether you re really in labour, to choosing where and how to give birth and communicating your wishes to healthcare staff, the book is packed with essential information for new parents.

This charming story follows the adventures of an older sister as she comes to terms with the arrival of her little brother. Through this story, children can learn how to manage feelings such as jealousy and resentment, while realizing that having a new family member doesn’t mean they will get any less love. In fact, there will be more love to go around!