Best Pregnancy Books

Michel Odent describes the needs of women and how to meet them during pregnancy and birth superbly. It is a fascinating and informative read, especially if you are interested in a more natural birth experience. Full of scientific facts but very easy to read. Expectant parents, midwives, doulas, childbirth educators, those involved in public health, and all those interested in the future of humanity, will find this a provocative and visionary book.

The Joy of Pregnancy is a must-read for all pregnant women. Tori Kropp explains the joy and wonder of being pregnant, and offers the practical advice and information women need to make the most of their pregnancies. Kropp covers topics like weight gain, which medications are safe to take, bed rest and genetic testing. Also included is a practical monthly rundown of what you can do to prepare for your baby's arrival (register at your hospital, choose a pediatrician, etc.) and a list of necessary products, furniture, clothing and gear.

This book by British childbirth expert Sheila Kitzinger gives women (and their partners) an in-depth look at both the baby's and the mother's physical and emotional development during pregnancy. No other source offers such a complete and educated look at childbirth choices for mothers-to-be.

With warmth and humor, Nancy O'Dell talks openly about her experiences in each stage of expectant motherhood, from pre-conception through delivery, and even the intimidating but joyful first week at home with her new baby. A sweet celebration of pregnancy and new motherhood -- the good, the bad, and the just plain unexpected -- Full of Life is the perfect companion for every mom-to-be who needs a little reassurance from someone who's been there as to exactly what might happen next!

Most pregnancy books are straightforward, humorless, and full of broad generalizations. Yet, there's something downright hilarious about uncontrollable gas, crazy food cravings, and your body generally becoming a host organ. At last here's a pregnancy guide about what to expect when you're an expectant, modern, career woman with a sense of humor. Australia's best-selling A BUN IN THE OVEN delivers the up-to-date lowdown on pregnancy, birth, and coping with your newborn when you first get home. No bossy rules, just lots of cartoons and the soundest, sanest, wittiest advice you'll ever get. Week by week, author and cartoonist Kaz Cooke tells you what's happening to you and the baby and tackles subjects such as how to prepare for pregnancy, choosing a doctor, undergoing tests, childbirth, pain relief, and breastfeeding. Everything you need to know about the scary parts, the funny parts, and your private parts.

McCarthy applies her in-your-face manner and blue humor to the subject of pregnancy and childbirth in this little piece of fun. The former Playboy centerfold and all-around bad girl recounts her journey to motherhood with utter abandon, discussing topics that those other wholesome books tend to treat too gently, such as enemas, pubic hair growth, and sex in the ninth month. What's noble about this book (yes, noble) is that women who find these topics too embarrassing to bring up now have a place to read about them in a frank and open discussion.

This great book offers practical, lighthearted advice to pregnant women, including tips on dealing with mood swings, sex during pregnancy, common fears, physical changes, childbirth, and more.

Your doctor gives you medical advice. Your mother buys you baby clothes. But who can give you the real story when you're pregnant? Your best friends of course - at least the ones who've been through the exhilaration and exhaustion, the agony and ecstasy of pregnancy. Now, four-time delivery-room veteran Vicki Iovine helps you through the next nine months the way only a best friend can. Here is straight talk about those little things that are too embarrassing to ask about, practical tips and hilarious tales on anything pregnant. From learning that you're expecting ('Oh my God, how do I get out of this?') to the day your newborn arrives ('You mean I have to take it home with me?') , Iovine gives you the low-down

Hollywood moms have got it going on-from Halle Berry to Julia Roberts, Angelina Jolie to Katie Holmes. Now the authors of The Black Book of Hollywood Diet Secrets and The Black Book of Hollywood Beauty Secrets are here to reveal how the stars do it-and how any mom can too. Kym and Cindy once again got the insider beauty secrets from A-List celebrities, asking what they did to look fantastic during pregnancy and after childbirth. The stars talk openly about weight gain, cravings, acne, thinning hair, and feeling sexy. How did they lose the baby fat? What are the best makeup and hair routines? What are the fashion do's and don'ts? With tips from Hollywood beauties Kate Hudson, Michelle Pfeiffer, Milla Jovovich, Helena Bonham Carter, and many more, The Black Book of Hollywood Pregnancy Secrets is the ultimate guide for moms who want to look and feel fabulous.

At last - a book about pregnancy that won't send men to sleep! If your man doesn't enjoy reading too much then this is the book for him. It's a light hearted, witty, entertaining book that's guaranteed not to bore him, and he might even learn something along the way!

This guide dispenses irreverent, honest, practical advice for the expectant father in an easy-to-understand-often hilarious-man-to-man format. Taking you through the entire 9-month process, the Dudes offer advice on what to expect from your newly pregnant wife (paranoia, morning sickness, enlarged breasts, no sex); the dos and don'ts of dealing with your wife's body and mood changes, your mother-in-law and other family members; and the nitty-gritty details of what is expected of you and how your life will be changing during the next 40 weeks.