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"From the acclaimed author of Like a Mother comes an investigation into the current state of caregiving in America and an exploration of motherhood as a means of social change"--
"The COVID-19 pandemic shed fresh light on a long-overlooked truth: mothering is arguably the most essential work humans do. Garbes explores assumptions about care, work, and deservedness, offering a rigorously reported look at what mother is, and can be. She contends that...
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This is the moment you have been waiting for, your baby is out in the world, and you are now a mom. Congratulations, you made it to motherhood! The joys that come with a new baby often are accompanied by difficult moments too: family adjustment, sleep deprivation, stress, and unrealistic expectations are all common experiences of a new mom. These are trying but wonderful times in your new world with a baby. Getting support from moms who remember these...
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Go beyond "natural birth" and see birth as it was meant to be - empowered, unhindered, and free.From her experience as a mother of five (two assisted and three unassisted births), and as a birth and postpartum doula, author Bree Moore offers advice and stories of unassisted birth.*Why you should consider home birth*Getting your partner on board*Unassisted pregnancy and prenatal care supply list*A unique recipe for healing a perineal tear - with seaweed!*How...
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Beyond the Bump is a thoughtful and practical guide that aims to help new mothers feel calm, confident, and equipped to face the physical, emotional, and mental hurdles they may encounter post birth.
Clinical psychologist Sally Shepherd understands that a healthy and happy parent is a baby's most important asset. But the first year postpartum can be very challenging. Women must grapple with a whole new existence, and going from "me" to "we" can be...
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Pregnancy Guide for First Time Moms
You're filled with joy − you have just found out you're expecting, and you can't wait to experience all the changes your body will go through as your baby grows inside of you. Then it hits you: you suddenly realize that you have no idea what to expect during your pregnancy. It's okay. Although many of us experience different symptoms when we are pregnant, the same thing happens inside our bodies. We grow a tiny...
8) The Healthy Pregnancy Book: Month by Month, Everything You Need to Know from America's Baby Experts
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From America's leading authorities in childcare comes the definitive guide to having a healthy pregnancy--and a healthy baby.
THE HEALTHY PREGNANCY BOOK guides expectant mothers and fathers through all stages of pregnancy from preconception through birth, focusing on how to enhance the health of mother and baby. How to grow a smarter and healthier baby
How your baby is developing, and how you may be changing both emotionally and physically
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Girls will face many obstacles as they grow into their bodies and identities-false narratives in the media, peer pressure and judgment, and confusion with the process their bodies are going through. But, there is an easier path-through intentional and open conversations.
In, Blossom and Bloom: Tips for Talking to Your Tween Daughter About Puberty, Dr. Cecilia Banga, a board-certified OBGYN, aims to help daughters and their parents communicate more...
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In today's fast-paced world, it's tough to find the time to read. But with Joosr guides, you can get the key insights from bestselling non-fiction titles in less than 20 minutes. Whether you want to gain knowledge on the go or find the books you'll love, Joosr's brief and accessible eBook summaries fit into your life. Find out more at joosr.com. Pregnancy now brings with it a litany of rules for mothers-to-be: stay away from caffeine; don't change...
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Did you ever Google "pregnancy after 35" or "getting pregnant at 40" for helpful advice and inspiration on your way to motherhood? Did your excitement and hope turn into disbelief and shock when your search turned up millions of gut wrenching stories on the risks and dangers of later pregnancies and the staggering rise of age related infertility in women?
The Joy of Later Motherhood is the much-needed antidote to all the negative hype surrounding...
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Advice of the Prophet Muhammad SAW The Last Messenger of God for All Muslim Women in All Ages and Worlds.
To every woman who believes in Allah SWT and the last day
To every woman who longs for success, luck and victory
To every woman who lives in an inshaf way (straight and middle), and is not deceived by seduction that is far, from the true nature
To every woman, who wants to know their rights and obligations
To every woman who wants to be glorified,...
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"A Choice to Defend" is a compelling exploration of women's stories, delving into the complex terrain of abortion and reproductive rights. Through poignant narratives and intimate accounts, this book unveils the diverse experiences, challenges, and triumphs of women who have faced decisions surrounding reproductive health. It goes beyond the headlines, offering a nuanced portrayal of the deeply personal choices women make, the societal pressures they...
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Navigate the business of getting back to business-a no-nonsense road map for working moms
Going back to work after pregnancy can be a tough transition for parents. Finding a work-life balance is no easy task, and it's normal to feel overwhelmed. This guide has all the practical guidance and supportive tips you need to confidently navigate the workplace as a new mom.
This reassuring entry into new mom books helps you prioritize and organize everything...
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The classic week-by-week guide to a happy, healthy pregnancy-celebrating over 30 years of expert advice!
Doctors recommend it and pregnant couples rely on it, and you and your partner will find it indispensable! For over thirty years, Dr. Glade B. Curtis and Judith Schuler have helped millions of parents-to-be navigate and prepare for the most exciting and challenging time of their lives, and now they'll help you.
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One message that comes along with ever-improving fertility treatments and increasing acceptance of single motherhood, older first-time mothers, and same-sex partnerships, is that almost any woman can and should become a mother. The media and many studies focus on infertile and involuntarily childless women who are seeking treatment. They characterize this group as anxious and willing to try anything, even elaborate and financially ruinous high-tech...
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Motherhood doesn't have to mean losing yourself . . .
Most moms are grateful they make the choice to be a stay-at-home mom (SAHM), but after a couple of years, they may feel like they're losing their mind. The alternative is going back to work, but that doesn't seem right either.
Flex mom is for mothers who want a third model of motherhood, somewhere between stay-at-home mom and working mom. This third way is to be the primary caregiver for their...
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Pregnancy isn?t always easy. For couples trying to conceive, navigating the complex charts and techniques behind Fertility Awareness Methods (FAM) can add stress and confusion to an already difficult journey. Understanding Fertility Awareness Methods is here to help, with medically accurate information to guide your decisions about if, when, and how to build a family. This friendly and compassionate resource can help you if you?re ready to get pregnant,...
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Combining the thoughtful and expert narrative of a veteran mom of four children with the voices of hundreds of moms she surveyed, The Self-Care Solution offers insightful answers to poignant questions about how mothers take care of themselves, their relationships, and their jobs while raising their children-and how they don't.
Here, mothers reveal their struggles with self-care, and the consequences of neglecting themselves and their relationships,...
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Everyone knows about postpartum depression these days, but what about the opposite? What about when giving birth leads to paranoia, delusions, rage, and a whole range of other symptoms that none of the baby books prepare you for?
In “Super Sad Unicorn: A Memoir of Mania”, author Jessica Ekhoff describes her experience with postpartum-onset bipolar disorder, mania, and psychosis, rare, and even more rarely discussed, mental health complications...
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