5) Pregnancy Books: Must-Reads for Expecting Parents
Dam Parenting31 Loka 2023

5) Pregnancy Books: Must-Reads for Expecting Parents

In Episode 5, we explore the essential pregnancy books that can support and inspire you during your journey to parenthood. We've carefully curated a list of must-reads based on the experiences of our vibrant community of expecting parents. From Expecting Better by Emily Oster to Ina May’s Guide to Pregnancy, these books cover everything from mindfulness and birth preparation to the science of pregnancy and motherhood.

Whether you're new to pregnancy or a seasoned parent-to-be, this episode offers a collection of books that cater to every unique experience. Find the perfect read to support you through pregnancy, birth, and beyond. Tune in and discover how these top pregnancy books can offer comfort, education, and empowerment during this transformative time.

We present an extensive list of books, in alphabetical order, that cover a range of topics from mindfulness to feminism, from hypnobirthing to breastfeeding, and much more. Tune in to discover the perfect book to accompany you on your pregnancy journey.

Here’s the list of recommended books:

  • A Mindful Pregnancy by Andy Puddicombe

  • And Now We Have Everything: On Motherhood Before I Was Ready by Meaghan O'Connell

  • Breastfeeding and the Fourth Trimester by Lucy Webber

  • Expecting Better by Emily Oster

  • Giving Birth Like a Feminist by Milli Hill

  • Hypnobirthing

  • Hunt, Gather, Parent by Michaeleen Doucleff

  • Happy Birthing Days by Jutta Wohlrab

  • Ina May’s Guide to Pregnancy by Ina May Gaskin

  • Like a Mother: A Feminist Journey Through the Science and Culture of Pregnancy by Angela Garbes

  • Pregnancy, Birth & Beyond by Marie Louise

  • The Girlfriends’ Guide to Pregnancy: Or Everything Your Doctor Won't Tell You by Vicki Iovine

  • The Positive Birth Book by Milli Hill

  • What to Expect by Heidi Murkoff

  • We’re Pregnant by Adrian Kulp

No matter where you are in your pregnancy journey, these books offer the support, knowledge, and encouragement you need to feel informed and empowered. Dive in and explore the wide range of perspectives and advice that will help you navigate your pregnancy with confidence.


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