America's favorite doctors Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz cover pregnancy from conception to birth with the ins and outs of nutrition, exercise, hormones, fetal development, and many more pregnancy-related issues. Few life experiences feature emotional swings as extreme as those of pregnancy—it’s a monumental mix of both intense excitement and skip-a-beat anxiety. How do you respond to such a situation? If you’re like most, you scour websites, read books, browse blogs, and pick the brains of every friend, family member, and store clerk who’s ever had a baby. You talk about the ups and downs, the cravings and the nausea, the maternity clothes, and the stretch marks. During this 280-day journey, this sometimes-scattered mindset is perfectly natural—and healthy. Often, though, you need help cutting through the clutter. In YOU: Having a Baby, Dr. Mehmet Oz and Dr. Michael Roizen, America’s Doctors, will help ease your tension by teaching you not only about what you can do but also why you should do it. Using their signature wit and wisdom, they’ll test your knowledge, bust many myths, and reassure you that your maternal instincts are usually pretty darn good. After all, the doctors want the exact same thing as you do during this journey—a healthy baby (and a healthy mom). Be assured that YOU: Having a Baby will be one of your favorite passengers on this wonderful ride.

Ever found yourself looking at a little toddler with unabashed joy or smiling at the sight of a father playing soccer with his child? If you are that person, then surely becoming a parent is a dream for you. But have you wondered whether you are actually prepared get into the complications of having a baby? From monitoring monthly cycles, to managing pregnancy nausea, from paying hospital bills to having someone watch the baby while you’re showering? While everyone has advice to give after you’ve had the baby, no one tells what goes into the process of having a baby - how painful and difficult the most rewarding journey of your life is going to be! This book endeavours to give you exactly that! The real lowdown on what all you should do to be able to enjoy the whole process that starts the rest of your life. It works like a checklist that will have you answer the question that should be at the top of your mind is whether you really have prepared enough for “The Price Of Having A Baby”!

Everything you need to know about pregnancy, from weight gain to stretch marks to figuring out how to rely on Christ through the ups and downs of the next nine months. In this funny, candid, and detailed guide to pregnancy 101, fellow mother Erin MacPherson takes you through each trimester with helpful tips, humorous true stories, and supportive spiritual advice—all with a friend-to-friend approach that will help you feel comfortable as you navigate this life-changing time. This comprehensive guide is packed with information that every newly pregnant Christian mama needs, including: Help for pregnancy insomnia, morning sickness, weight gain and more Advice on how to maintain a godly attitude and outlook during pregnancy, even when you're feeling anything but godly What to expect from doctor check-ups, your encounters with the scale and labor and delivery Tips on how to survive food cravings, aversions, and even dreaded pregnancy exercise Healthy eating advice for pregnancy that doesn't outright ban ice cream sundaes Ideas on how to keep your marriage a priority when you're pregnant, including a guide for Christian dads-to-be and even pregnancy sex tips The perfect book for any expecting mama, this conversational guide to pregnancy makes a wonderful baby shower gift for the pregnant or new mother in your life!

For more than twenty-five years, Mothering magazine has captured an audience of educated women who appreciate its "we'll inform, you choose" approach to parenting. Having a Baby, Naturally reflects this spirit with straightforward, uncensored information about pregnancy and childbirth, addressing common concerns and questions in a compassionate, nonjudgmental style. Written by Peggy O'Mara, the longtime publisher, editor, and owner of Mothering magazine, it synthesizes the best theories and safest practices used in natural childbirth, including recommendations from the World Health Organization, the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Throughout, O'Mara reinforces her belief that each woman's pregnancy and birth experience is a one-of-a-kind event. She covers such topics as: Nutrition, diet, and exercise Emotional self-awareness during and after pregnancy A trimester-by-trimester guide to what is happening in your body and your child's Birth choices -- offering suggestions, not "rules" Pain medication alternatives Birth locations, from hospitals to home birth Relieving morning sickness with natural remedies Prenatal testing Breastfeeding Prematurity and multiple births Balancing work and family The father's role during pregnancy and beyond Difficult subjects, such as birth defects, miscarriages, and postpartum depression, are also treated with sensitivity and candor. Finally, a book for the thinking woman who believes in her own inherent capacity to make smart, informed decisions about her pregnancy and birth, just as she makes in other areas of her life. Having a Baby, Naturally is a celebration of childbirth and an accurate and objective guide to helping women fortify their spirits, develop trust in their bodies, and make the best possible choices to protect their new baby's health.

America's most loved and respected doctors, Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz, tell you what to expect when you're expecting. Packed with excellent information and surprising advice, the multi-million-copy bestselling authors have written a riveting, definitive resource that every mum- and dad-to-be will want with them throughout their special time.

Want to give your child a head start? Boost Your Baby's Development is a unique combination of advice, practical exercises and insight into your baby's world. Check your baby's progress against the key milestones in the book and find out what to expect at every stage - and how you can make sure your baby has every chance to succeed in life. NOT GOT MUCH TIME? One, five and ten-minute introductions to key principles to get you started. AUTHOR INSIGHTS Lots of instant help with common problems and quick tips for success, based on the author's many years of experience. TEST YOURSELF Tests in the book and online to keep track of your progress. EXTEND YOUR KNOWLEDGE Extra online articles at www.teachyourself.com to give you a richer understanding of your baby's development. FIVE THINGS TO REMEMBER Quick refreshers to help you remember the key facts. TRY THIS Innovative exercises illustrate what you've learnt and how to use it.

Jada Anderson is a 23-year-old hustler. She has been blessed with a privileged life, but she works like someone is trying to take everything she has. She recently landed a job at one of the biggest financial firms in the country and she will not waste the opportunity. She knows that it’s hard for young black women to be taken seriously in corporate America so she tries hard to maintain a professional reputation that she can be proud of. Her life seems to be perfect, but her fiancé, Nick, isn’t. Nick is trying to figure out what he wants out of life, and even though they’ve been together since high school, Jada is starting to feel like she’s outgrown him. She’s starting to question if they should get married. Omare Wilson is a 28-year-old bachelor who is mesmerized by Jada as soon as he met her. He sees that she has the drive and ambition to do more than what she’s doing, but he doesn’t want to push her. He has to respect the fact that she’s engaged, but he can’t help feeling an intense connection to her. Omare is a man, who gets what he wants, but Jada is making him prove himself in ways he never had to before. When she discovers Nick’s true colors, Jada is glad that Omare is around but she doesn’t know if she agrees with his lifestyle. Will Jada choose her high school sweetheart who is the safe choice or will she take a chance on Omare and risk putting her career and future on the line? Found a real one is an amazing love story that encourages you to think about life from multiple perspectives. Life is not always as it seems and everyone is not on your team.