Author(s): Abbie Mitchell

Parenting

*** AUSTRALIAN AUTHOR *** Your baby's heart will begin to beat three weeks after conception. A face will start to form days later. Fingers will sprout in week 8 and the embryo will make its first move in week 9. Meanwhile, you may experience euphoria, nausea, scattiness and flatulence or develop a chloasma, leukorrhea or linea nigra. You must decide whether to give birth, how to give birth, and who will deliver your baby. You will be tested, prodded, weighed and measured. You need to choose a name, decorate the nursery, and much, much more! 'Pregnant' offers a fascinating and succinct insight into pregnancy, childbirth and parenthood. With inspirational photography, this gorgeous book discusses all aspects of pregnancy including side effects, complications, tests, labour, planning for baby, parental expectations and the postnatal period. Completed with a week by week calendar, detailed nutritional table and an easy-to-follow yoga routine, 'Pregnant' is sure to be a constant source of interest and reassurance for the expectant family. Illustrated throughout