Pregnancy & Childbirth

The essential, gentle guide to breastfeeding in the fourth trimester - whatever that looks like for you.Have you recently had a baby, and feel like you're on a rollercoaster looking for answers? Are you pregnant, and wondering what life is really going...

The Instant Sunday Times Bestseller'The words awaken the magic of life by celebrating the ordinary' - Giovanna Fletcher'Beautifully heartfelt, inspiringly poignant and therapeutically validating' - Anna Mathur Motherhood is messy and beautiful, and...

*A New Statesman and Daily Mail BOOK OF THE YEAR**Longlisted for the 2024 Women's Prize for Non-Fiction*'The best book I've ever read about motherhood' Jude Rogers, Observer'I kept scribbling in the margins: 'We need to know this stuff!'' Joanna Pocock,...

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...

This gorgeously presented keepsake is the perfect gift for expectant parents, enabling mums- and dads-to-be to bond with their unborn baby.By the third trimester your baby's ears are ready to hear! Featuring expert insights, a gentle rhyme to read to...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781101884232Author Paul ThomasFormat PaperbackPage Count 448Imprint Ballantine Books Inc.Publisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 743gDimensions(mm)...

A comprehensive manual of holistic herbal therapeutics for pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period. The book is based on the author's experience and knowledge gained during 35 years of clinical practice in the UK and Ireland, and is written for...

A groundbreaking guide to pregnancy: empowers women with the facts and allows them to make their own decisions. FREAKANOMICS meets WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING.Award-winning Emily Oster debunks myths about pregnancy to empower women while they're...

Self-care for new mums is a necessity, not a luxury, so make sure you factor in me-time throughout baby's first year with the help and advice in this book Motherhood is a life-changing, magical experience, but it's also a time in your life that's...

The Expectant Father is the best-selling pregnancy guide for men, with more than 1.5 million copies sold. This reassuring month-by-month overview gives you the tools you need to support your partner, prepare for your baby's arrival, and take care of...

Everything you wanted to know but were too embarrassed to ask - a guide to pregnancy and birth straight from the midwife's mouth."Meet the midwife to millennial mothers..." -- The Daily Telegraph'Clemmie writes in a style as though you are there having a...

'The thing about having a second baby is it's likely to differ a lot from your first experience. Sarah Ockwell's Smith's guide looks at the challenges you might face along with some practical tips to consider. The book offers a friendly feel that reminds...

UPDATED EDITION 2018The first six months with a new baby is a special and exciting time full of milestones and new experiences. This updated edition of Your Baby Week by Week explains the changes that your baby will go through in their first six months...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593722756Author La Leche League InternationalFormat PaperbackPage Count 672Imprint Ballantine Books Inc.Publisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams)...

"A smart, approachable guide packed with practical advice for parents who want a science-backed, individualized approach to pregnancy." -Linda Avey, Co-founder of 23andMe 2020 National Parenting Award WinnerFeeling overwhelmed? Confused by conflicting...

An accessible, practical guide for the father-to-be, about pregnancy, the birth and what to expect during the first 6 weeks from a man who has been through it all, multiple times. For every man who has heard those two magic words: 'I'm pregnant' ... and...

'Marie Louise is a dream come true for any parent with her uncanny ability to simplify the most important and complicated questions'Emma Bunton, co-founder of Kit and KinWhether you are planning for a baby, just found out you are pregnant or well into...

Forget unrealistic childcare manuals - this is the book you really need to help you cope brilliantly with those first chaotic days and months ahead. As a health journalist and mother-of-three, Lucy Atkins is familiar with both the medical...

Let training commenceAttention! In your hand is an indispensable pocket-sized training manual for new dads. Written by ex-Commando and father of three Neil Sinclair, this no-nonsense guide will teach you everything you need to know to prepare for your...

DK brings you an all-encompassing and illustrated guide to your pregnancy journey, from the moment of conception to the first two weeks of your newborn's life.Becoming pregnant is a beautiful moment in any person's life, and with this one-stop pregnancy...

THIS BOOK WILL MAKE YOUR BIRTH BETTER. IT IS FOR EVERY PARENT AND EVERY TYPE OF BIRTH.Expert hypnobirthing teacher and founder of The Positive Birth Company Siobhan Miller has made it her mission to change the way we approach and experience birth...

The Contented Little Baby Book, based on Gina Ford's personal experience of caring for over 300 babies, was first published in 1999. It quickly established Gina as an influential new authority on baby and childcare issues and has remained one of the...

LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2020 THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER 'A literary love child of Jonathan Franzen and Anne Tyler ... outstanding and highly enjoyable' Observer 'As good as Jonathan Franzen's The Corrections or Jennifer Egan's A...

Everything you wanted to know but were too embarrassed to ask - a guide to pregnancy and birth straight from the midwife's mouth."Meet the midwife to millennial mothers..." -- The Daily Telegraph'Clemmie writes in a style as though you are there having a...

A go-to guide for parents seeking evidence-based advice for navigating the initial (and often wobbly) stages of feeding and nurturing a newborn.Recognised for her reassuring and encouraging voice, trusted by parents and midwives alike, this book is your...

The fully updated and revised edition of Baby-led Weaning is a practical and authoritative guide to introducing solid food, enabling your child to grow up a happy and confident eater. It shows parents why baby-led weaning makes sense and gives them the...

'Hill's advice is straightforward and no-nonsense' - The Guardian 'A life-transforming book... fascinating - Daily Mail 'Maisie Hill has written a bloody brilliant book (pun intended). Everything you need to know about periods and how they affect...

Challenging negativity and fear of childbirth, and brimming with everything you need to know about labour, birth and the early weeks of parenting, The Positive Birth Book is the must-have guide for pregnant women. A widely acclaimed bestseller since it...

For parents of babies with feeding difficulties, the journey to a diagnosis of tongue-tie and the challenges involved in accessing treatment can be long and arduous. Information is often conflicting, and professionals do not always agree. Why Tongue-tie...

'All hail the Guru of Fatherhood' - Dermot O'Leary- The first doctor-written guide to becoming a dad- Combines the medical knowledge of a healthcare professional with real-life experience- Step-by-step - from conception to caring for your newborn baby-...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781914465024Author Sara WickhamFormat PaperbackPage Count 204Imprint Birthmoon CreationsPublisher Birthmoon Creations

Packed with tips, hints and reminders, case studies, at-a-glance charts and a daily journal to help you keep track of your baby's progress, The Sensational Baby Sleep Plan is a step-by-step, must-have manual to ensure sleep for you and your baby. For...

There are few life experiences more joyful than becoming a parent, but caring for a newborn can be daunting, particularly when you're not sure whose advice to follow or what your baby really needs. In The Blissful Baby Expert, Lisa Clegg draws on her own...

The only book new parents will need for the extraordinary first year of their baby's life. This comprehensive book covers every moment of the first twelve months of your baby's life - from their first moments at home, feeding, and sleeping arrangements,...

The perfect pick-me-up for any expectant mumWhether this is your first or fifth baby, The Little Book of Self-Care for Mums-to-Be is your essential handbook for managing the joyful chaos of pregnancy.Drawing on decades of experience, doula Beccy Hands...

The Gentle Sleep Book offers gentle, reassuring and effective solutions to addressing the common sleep problems of newborns to five-year-olds.'This book should be called The Sleep Bible and needs to be in every parent's bedside drawer' Marneta Viegas,...

The Gentle Sleep Book offers gentle, reassuring and effective solutions to addressing the common sleep problems of newborns to five-year-olds.'This book should be called The Sleep Bible and needs to be in every parent's bedside drawer' Marneta Viegas,...

Certified birth doula and hypnobirthing coach, Emma Armstrong, wants women to have the power to influence their birth experience, by tuning in to their body and brain.Organised into 4 chapters: Brain, Body, Birth, and Baby and Beyond, this is a fresh,...

The essential month-by-month guide to older babies and their journey into toddlerhood, sharing expert advice on weaning, talking and reaching specific milestones. Baby to Toddler Month by Month follows your baby's journey from 6 months to 23 months, by...

** As seen on the Victoria Derbyshire show ** Providing you with everything you've ever wanted to know about pregnancy, this is the definitive guide from conception to the first few weeks' at home with your newborn*** 'I wish there'd been a book like...