Best Motherhood Books
Here you will get Best Motherhood Books For you.This is an up-to-date list of recommended books.
1. Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong–and What You Really Need to Know (The ParentData Series)
Author: by Emily Oster
Penguin Publishing Group
English
368 pages
Emily Oster is the non-judgmental girlfriend holding our hand and guiding us through pregnancy and motherhood. She has done the work to get us the hard facts in a soft, understandable way. Amy Schumer*Fully Revised and Updated for 2021*What to Expect When You’re Expecting meets Freakonomics: an award-winning economist disproves standard recommendations about pregnancy to empower women while they’re expecting.
From the author of Cribsheet, a data-driven decision making guide to the early years of parenting Pregnancyunquestionably one of the most profound, meaningful experiences of adulthoodcan reduce otherwise intelligent women to, well, babies. Pregnant women are told to avoid cold cuts, sushi, alcohol, and coffee without ever being told why these are forbidden.
Rules for prenatal testing are similarly unexplained. Moms-to-be desperately want a resource that empowers them to make their own right choices. When award-winning economist Emily Oster was a mom-to-be herself, she evaluated the data behind the accepted rules of pregnancy, and discovered that most are often misguided and some are just flat-out wrong.
2. Moms on Call Basic Baby Care
Author: by Laura/ Jennifer Walker Hunter
Moms On Call, LLC
English
0985411422
Advice from two pediatric nurse moms with over 20 years of experience. Everything that modern parents need to know about caring for babies in the first 6 months, including: step by step guidelines for getting babies on a routine hour by hour schedule at a glance; feeding instructions for breast, bottle, or both; what symptoms warrant a trip to the emergency room; how to get your baby to sleep all night so you can too; plus much more.
3. Growing You: Keepsake Pregnancy Journal and Memory Book for Mom and Baby
Author: by Korie Herold
English
112 pages
1944515976
Your pregnancy story is a special one. Document your most precious moments from this season of life in this elegant keepsake journal and memory book. Growing You is a place to celebrate and chronicle your pregnancy journey, reflecting on the growth, anticipation, and memories that you want to hold onto as a mother.
This heirloom-quality book, created by the author of the popular baby book As You Grow, is designed with a timeless look and archival paper so that you can one day pass it along to your child. Growing You includes: Space to journal your feelings and experiences about pregnancy and your birth story A section to document your prenatal appointments and growth Writing prompts to record precious milestones such as baby showers and prepping your nursery Pages to document your baby’s birth day Pocket folder for sonogram photos, letters from loved ones, and other mementos 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 created by a beautiful gold spiral binding allows you to easily write in the book
4. Hold On, But Don't Hold Still: Hope and Humor from My Seriously Flawed Life
Author: by Kristina Kuzmic
Penguin Life
English
272 pages
Delivering inspiration and “parenting comedy at its finest,”* here is one woman’s story of ditching her fairytale dreams and falling in love with her unpredictable, chaotic, imperfect lifeKristina Kuzmic has made herself a household name, speaking directly to mothers from the trenches of parenthood via her viral videos and social media presence.
She is now bringing her message of self-acceptance, resilience, and joy to book readers. With a refreshingly unpretentious, funny, and galvanizing voice, Kuzmic goes behind the scenes to reveal how she went from broke and defeated to unshakably grounded and brimming with thankfulness.
Illuminating the hard-won wisdom from a life always spent one step behind-whether it was as a high school student new to America, a suddenly single mother to two kids, remarried and juggling two teens and a toddler, or the unexpected recipient of Oprah’s attention and investment-Hold On, But Don’t Hold Still is the book every mother needs to reassure her that she’s not only fine just as she is, but that she already has more tools and support than she can possibly imagine.
5. Bringing Up Bébé: One American Mother Discovers the Wisdom of French Parenting (now with Bébé Day by Day: 100 Keys to French Parenting)
Author: by Pamela Druckerman
Penguin Books
English
432 pages
On questions of how to live, the French never disappoint …. Maybe it all starts with childhood. That is the conclusion that readers may draw from Bringing Up Bb. The Wall Street JournalI’ve been a parent now for more than eight years, andconfessionI’ve never actually made it all the way through a parenting book.
But I found Bringing Up Bb to be irresistible.” SlateThe runaway New York Times bestseller that shows American parents the secrets behind France’s amazingly well-behaved children, from the author of There Are No Grown-ups. When American journalist Pamela Druckerman had a baby in Paris, she didn’t aspire to become a “French parent.” But she noticed that French children slept through the night by two or three months old.
They ate braised leeks. They played by themselves while their parents sipped coffee. And yet French kids were still boisterous, curious, and creative.Why?How? With a notebook stashed in her diaper bag, Druckerman set out to investigateand wound up sparking a national debate on parenting.
6. As You Grow: A Modern Memory Book for Baby
Author: by Korie Herold
English
160 pages
194451547X
A modern take on a baby memory book and journal, As You Grow stands out from the crowd of baby books with its elegant, chic, and timeless design. The gender-neutral artwork with guided sections provide space for every family to record moments from pregnancy to age five.
Author and illustrator Korie Herold poured over every page, adding artistic detail and flourishes that work to create a book you can interact with now, and look back on for a lifetime. This chic design promotes longevity, as this keepsake book is intended to be shared and displayed for years to come.
As You Grow is inclusive of every modern family. Sections include: Pregnancy to birth Baby’s first weeks Baby’s first year Development to age 5 Firsts, milestones, and precious, sweet, and silly moments to remember Lined pages for journal entries and letters for your childSpecial Features: Chic, gender-neutral design Elegant linen cover Acid-free and archival paper Generous 9.75″ x 9.
75″ trim size offers ample space for photos Lay-flat design allows you to easily write in the book Pocket section dividers provide space to safely store keepsakes Carefully developed designs and prompts allow to you reflect and celebrate
7. Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy: 2nd Edition: Fully Revised and Updated
Author: by Dr. Myra J. Wick M.D. Ph.D.
Mayo Clinic Press
English
520 pages
From the childbirth experts at the Mayo Clinic comes the newly revised guide on planning for a healthy pregnancy. With detailed information about fertility, prenatal care, common pregnancy symptoms, and childbirth, this comprehensive guide will be your go-to source for answering all your ordinaryand not so ordinarypregnancy questions.
The second edition of Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy dives into the nitty-gritty of motherhood by touching on topics like getting pregnant, using medications safely, proper meal planning and exercise, making important pregnancy decisions, and building beneficial lifestyle habits to help protect the health of your little one.
The book features a 40-week pregnancy calendar, where moms-to-be can track their baby’s progress, as well as find a thorough analysis of weekly changes to expect over the course of their pregnancy. Finally, this collective effort from the obstetrics and gynecology experts at the Mayo Clinic covers new information about the latest technologies in prenatal care and childbirth, as well as details the benefits and risks involved with growing trends in childbirth, including topics like home births, placentophagy, and vaginal seeding.
8. Letters To My Baby: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.
Author: by Lea Redmond
English
12 pages
145213295X
Reading books is a kind of enjoyment. Reading books is a good habit. We bring you a different kinds of books. You can carry this book where ever you want. It is easy to carry. It can be an ideal gift to yourself and to your loved ones.
Care instruction keep away from fire.
9. The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy and Childbirth
Author: by Genevieve Howland
Gallery Books
English
528 pages
With 80 million views on her YouTube channel and even more on MamaNatural.Com, Howland’s (a.K.A. Mama Natural) funny but informational videos have empowered millions of women to embrace natural pregnancy and parenting. Now Howland is turning to the page, offering up the first week-by-week pregnancy & childbirth book from a natural perspective.
For the last half-century, control over childbirth has been in favor of doctors. Many pregnancy guides are conventional, fear-based, or written by male physicians deeply entrenched in the medical model of birth. But change is underway. A groundswell of women are taking back their pregnancy and childbirth and embracing a natural way.
Genevieve Howland, the woman behind the enormously popular Mama Natural website and YouTube channel, has created an inspiring, fun, and informative guide that demystifies natural pregnancy and walks mom through the process one week at a time. The Mama Natural Week-by-Week Guide to Pregnancy & Childbirth is the modern (and yet ancient) approach to pregnancy and childbirth.
10. The First Forty Days: The Essential Art of Nourishing the New Mother
Author: by Heng Ou
Harry N. Abrams
English
224 pages
The first 40 days after the birth of a child offer an essential and fleeting period of rest and recovery for the new mother. Based on author Heng Ou’s own postpartum experience with zuo yuezi, a set period of confinement, in which a woman remains at home focusing on healing and bonding with her baby, The First Forty Days revives the lost art of caring for the mother after birth.
As modern mothers are pushed to prematurely bounce back after delivering their babies, and are often left alone to face the physical and emotional challenges of this new stage of their lives, the first forty days provide a lifelinea source of connection, nourishment, and guidance.
The book includes 60 simple recipes for healing soups; replenishing meals and snacks; and calming and lactation-boosting teas, all formulated to support the unique needs of the new mother. In addition to the recipes, this warm and encouraging guide offers advice on arranging a system of help during the postpartum period, navigating relationship challenges, and honoring the significance of pregnancy and birth.
11. The First-Time Mom's Pregnancy Journal: Monthly Checklists, Activities, & Journal Prompts
Author: by Aubrey Grossen
English
168 pages
1641524502
Capture the joy of pregnancy with your own keepsake journal Your first pregnancy is an exciting time filled with moments and milestones you’ll want to remember forever. The First-Time Mom’s Pregnancy Journal will help you record every precious memory as you prepare for the arrival of your little one.
From finding out you’re pregnant to the moment you hold your newborn for the first time, this pregnancy journal for first-time moms guides you in chronicling and celebrating your pregnancy journey through: Inspiring quotes and supportive journaling prompts Trimester-by-trimester checklists Space to plan your nursery and brainstorm baby names Scrapbook pages for sonograms, belly photos, and more Appointment tracker and organization tools Plus, you’ll find prenatal size charts along with tips and suggestions for managing your symptoms throughout this pregnancy journal.
Start telling your pregnancy story today and create a baby journal you’ll always treasure with The First-Time Mom’s Pregnancy Journal.
12. Girl, Wash Your Face: Stop Believing the Lies About Who You Are So You Can Become Who You Were Meant to Be
Author: by Rachel Hollis
1400201659
Thomas Nelson
English
#1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLDDo you ever suspect that everyone else has life figured out and you don’t have a clue? If so, Rachel Hollis has something to tell you: that’s a lie. If you have ever said any of these things to yourself …
Something else will make me happy.I’m not a good mom. I will never get past this. I am defined by my weight. I should be further along by now…. Then you could benefit from the unflinching faith and rock-hard tenacity Rachel Hollis has in store for you.
In this challenging but conversational book, Rachel exposes the twenty lies and misconceptions that too often hold us back from living joyfully and productively, lies we’ve told ourselves so often we don’t even hear them anymore. Rachel is real and talks about real issues.
More than that, she reveals the specific practical strategies that helped her move past them. In the process, she encourages, entertains, and even kicks a little butt, all to convince you to do whatever it takes to get real and become the joyous, confident woman you were meant to be.
13. The Birth Partner 5th Edition: A Complete Guide to Childbirth for Dads, Partners, Doulas, and All Other Labor Companions
Author: by Penny Simkin
Harvard Common Press
English
440 pages
Since the original publication of The Birth Partner, partners, friends, relatives, and doulas have relied on Penny Simkin’s guidance in caring for the new mother, from her last trimester through the early postpartum period. Now fully revised in its fifth edition, The Birth Partner remains the definitive guide to helping a woman through labor and birth, and the essential manual to have at hand during the event.
The Birth Partner includes thorough information on:Preparing for labor and knowing when it has begunNormal labor and how to help the woman every step of the wayEpidurals and other medications for laborPitocin and other means, including natural ones, to induce or speed up laborNon-drug techniques for easing labor painCesarean birth and complications that may require itBreastfeeding and newborn careand much more For the partner who wishes to be truly helpful in the birthing room, this book is indispensable.
14. Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story: A Mother’s Guided Journal To Share Her Life & Her Love (Hear Your Story Books)
Author: by Jeffrey Mason
English
108 pages
1081439793
Show Mom Your Love and Appreciation by Giving Her the Gift That Tells Her Life Story. Mom I Want to Hear Your Story is the perfect way for your Mother to share the joys and triumphs of her life while also creating a cherished legacy.
Imagine reading about the details of her life and journey. Think of all you will learn about your Mom when you read the stories of her and her experiences. This the Original and Best-Selling Way for Your Mom to Share Her StoryMom, I Want to Hear Your Story will guide your Mother with prompts and questions, making it easy for her to share the stories of her childhood, teens, and adult years.
This will be her life, her victories, her challenges, and her lessons. You will give her the gift of legacy and you the gift of knowing her a little bit better. Newly Expanded and Upgraded. More Prompts, Pages, and Space for your Mom to Share Her Life and Story with You!
Bestselling author Jeffrey Mason has created this popular series of guided journals that have helped thousands create a legacy for their families by sharing their life stories, who they are, and what they have experienced. Buy Mom, I Want to Hear Your Story and give your Mother the gift that will continue to give as the years go by.
15. Will I Ever Be Good Enough?: Healing the Daughters of Narcissistic Mothers
Author: by Dr. Karyl McBride Ph.D.
Atria Books
English
243 pages
From experienced family therapist Dr. Karyl McBride, Will I Ever Be Good Enough? Is an essential guide to recovery for women with selfish, emotionally abusive, and toxic mothersdesigned to help daughters reclaim their lives. The first book for daughters who have suffered the abuse of narcissistic, self-involved mothers, Will I Ever Be Good Enough?
Provides the expert assistance you need in order to overcome this debilitating history and reclaim your life. Drawing on more than two decades of experience as a therapist specializing in women’s health and hundreds of interviews with suffering daughters, Dr. Karyl McBride helps you recognize the widespread effects of this emotional abuse and create an individualized program for self-protection, resolution, and complete recovery.
Narcissistic mothers teach their daughters that love is not unconditional, that it is given only when they behave in accordance with maternal expectations and whims. As adults, these daughters have difficulty overcoming feelings of inadequacy, disappointment, emotional emptiness, and sadness.
16. The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Completely Revised and Updated 8th Edition
Author: by Diane Wiessinger
0345518446
English
576 pages
It’s no secret that breastfeeding is the normal, healthy way to nourish and nurture your baby. Dedicated to supporting nursing and expectant mothers, the internationally respected La Leche League has set the standard for educating and empowering mothers in this natural art for generations.
Now their classic bestselling guide has been retooled, refocused, and updated for today’s mothers and lifestyles. Working mothers, stay-at-home moms, single moms, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the book’s range of nursing advice, stories, and informationfrom preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy to feeding cues, from nursing positions to expressing and storing breast milk.
With all-new photos and illustrations, this ultimate support bible offers real-mom wisdom on breastfeeding comfortablyfrom avoiding sore nipples to simply enjoying the amazing bonding experience new insights into old approaches toward latching and attaching, ages and stages, and answers to the most-asked questions strategies for moms who choose to breastfeed for a short time or who plan to nurse for a year or more reassuring information on nursing after a C-section or delivery complications recent scientific data that highlight the many lifelong health benefits of breastfeeding helpful tips for building your support networkat home or when back at work nursing special-needs infants, premies, multiples, and how to thrive no matter what curveball life throws guidance on breast health issues, weight gain, day care, colic, postpartum depression, food allergies, and medications PlusInternet references for further information, including La Leche League support sites and groups.
