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You Can't F*ck Up Your Kids: A Judgment-Free Guide to Stress-Free Parenting
By Lindsay Powers. 2020
Cribsheet meets The Sh!t No One Tells You in this no-holds-barred, judgment-free parenting guide that sets the record straight on…
every hot-button parenting topic by longtime journalist and founder of the viral #NoShameParenting movement. What if you could do more for your kids, by doing a whole lot less? Parenting today has become a competitive sport, and it seems that everyone is losing. From the very moment that little line turns blue, parents-to-be find themselves in a brave new world where every decision they make is fraught, every action they take is judged, and everything they do seems to be the wrong thing. Formula feed? Breast is best. Breastfeed in public? That&’s indecent. Cry it out? You&’re causing permanent harm to your child. Don&’t sleep train? Your child will never learn to sleep on his or her own. Stay home? You&’re setting a bad example for your kids. Go back to work? Don&’t you love your kids more than your job? Lindsay Powers—former editor-in-chief of Yahoo! Parenting, creator of the #NoShameParenting movement, and mom of two—is here to help parents everywhere breathe a collective sigh of relief. This laugh-out-loud funny, accessible, and reassuring book sets the record straight on all of the insane conflicts that parents face—from having a glass of wine while pregnant to sleep training, childcare, feeding, and even sex after baby. Drawing on the latest research and delivered in a relatable, comforting voice, You Can&’t F*ck Up Your Kids demonstrates that it is possible to take the stress out of parenting and sit back and enjoy the ride.Breastfeeding and Media: Exploring Conflicting Discourses That Threaten Public Health
By Katherine A. Foss. 2017
This book centers on the role of media in shaping public perceptions of breastfeeding. Drawing from magazines, doctors' office materials,…
parenting books, television, websites, and other media outlets, Katherine A. Foss explores how historical and contemporary media often undermine breastfeeding efforts with formula marketing and narrow portrayals of nursing women and their experiences. Foss argues that the media's messages play an integral role in setting the standard of public knowledge and attitudes toward breastfeeding, as she traces shifting public perceptions of breastfeeding and their corresponding media constructions from the development of commercial formula through contemporary times. This analysis demonstrates how attributions of blame have negatively impacted public health approaches to breastfeeding, thus confronting the misperception that breastfeeding, and the failure to breastfeed, rests solely on the responsibility of an individual mother.Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World: the Extraordinary True Story of Shackleton and the Endurance
By Jennifer Armstrong. 1998
Describes the events of the 1914 Shackleton Antarctic expedition when, after being trapped in a frozen sea for nine months,…
their ship, Endurance, was finally crushed, forcing Shackleton and his men to make a very long and perilous journey across ice and stormy seas to reach inhabited land.From the author of &“Fertility Diary&” for the New York Times Motherlode blog comes a reassuring, no-nonsense guide to both…
the emotional and practical process of trying to get pregnant, written with the smarts, warmth, and honesty of a woman who has been in the trenches. &“A compassionate, often funny, well-researched, and ultimately empowering guide.&”—Lori Gottlieb, New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone There are so many ways to be Not Pregnant: You can be young, old, partnered, or unpartnered. Maybe you have endometriosis. Maybe you don&’t have enough eggs or your partner doesn&’t have enough sperm. Or maybe there&’s nothing wrong except you&’re Just. Not. Pregnant. Amy Klein has been there. Faced with fertility obstacles, she quickly became an expert. After nine rounds of IVF, four miscarriages, three acupuncturists, two rabbis, and one reproductive immunologist, she finally became a mother. And she wrote about it all for the New York Times Motherlode blog in her &“Fertility Diary&” column. Now, Amy has written the book she wishes she&’d had when she was trying to get pregnant. With advice from medical experts as well as real women, she outlines your options every step of the way, from questions you should ask to advice on getting your mother-in-law to mind her own beeswax. In this comprehensive road map to infertility, you&’ll find topics such as: • whether to freeze your eggs • finding (and affording) a clinic • what to expect during your first IVF cycle • baby envy—aka it&’s okay to skip your friend&’s shower • whether the alternative route—acupuncture, herbs, supplements—is for you • helpful tips, charts, and more! Empowering, compassionate, and down-to-earth, The Trying Game will show you what to expect when you&’re not expecting with heart and humanity when you need it the most.Why Did No One Tell Me This?: The Doulas' (Honest) Guide for Expectant Parents
By Natalia Hailes, Ash Spivak. 2020
Full of honest advice and inclusive options, Why Did No One Tell Me This? is the funny, personality-filled, illustrated guide…
to pregnancy, birth, and beyond that modern parents have been waiting for. Pregnancy and childbirth are full of big questions -- what if my baby is enormous? Will my water break naturally? What even goes into a 'birth plan'? How on earth am I going to keep this child alive once it's here? And where do I turn for advice that will really work for me and my life? In Why Did No One Tell Me This? doulas and reproductive health experts Natalia Hailes and Ash Spivak answer these questions and more for today's wellness-focused, intersectional parents-to-be. Drawing on years of experience in their birth doula practice Brilliant Bodies, Natalia and Ash guide readers through the entire process, from the earliest stages of pregnancy to the jungle of postpartum feelings and responsibilities. Bite-sized pieces of advice are interspersed with vibrant illustrations by artist Louise Reimer to break down the doubts and fears that often surround childbirth, empowering readers to explore their own individual needs, know their rights, and find their voice both during and after pregnancy. By addressing common fears, incorporating regular tips for partners, and providing information on a wide array of birth and parents styles, this unique and inclusive guide is the perfect tool for a new generation of parents.Dad's Guide to Pregnancy For Dummies
By Scott Lancaster, Stefan Korn, Eric Mooij. 2012
A practical, hands-on guide for all dads-to-be Being a dad has changed so much since you were born that you'd…
be forgiven for feeling a bit lost! This useful guide is filled with all the info that fathers-to-be need, covering the logistical, physical and emotional aspects of your journey into parenthood. Find out how you can get involved and support your partner! Get to grips with Pregnancy 101 — understand how your baby develops Plan for your baby's homecoming — discover the essential gear you need to buy (you need more than you think!) Choose the right carer — decide on the best person to get you and your partner through the pregnancy and birth Prepare for the big event — learn how to bea great birth partner and help your partner through labour Keep your baby safe and sound — discover how to care for a newborn Find support for yourself — work out who you can turn to for help Open the book and find: What to do when conception doesn't happen How to play an involved and active part in your partner's pregnancy Secrets for keeping your pregnant partner happy and healthy Information on your role during labour Advice on bringing your newborn home Lists of essential gadgets for babies (and dads)The Rebel Mama's Handbook for (Cool) Moms
By Aleks Jassem, Nikita Stanley. 2020
If you’re a mom (or mom-to-be) who wants to raise decent human beings, maintain your pre-baby identity and not lose…
your sh*t along the way, congrats: you’ve just found the parenting book of your dreams. The Rebel Mama's Handbook for (Cool) Moms is a girlfriend’s guide to early motherhood. It’s the Coles Notes for all those boring baby books you never get through. It’s the instruction manual you wish your kid(s) came with—complete with cocktail list. Welcome to motherhood. Let’s do this . . .How to Prepare for Home Birth: The Joy of Having Babies at Home for Health and Well-Being
By Shantel Silbernagel. 2020
For First-, Second-, or Third-Time Moms, Single Parents, Same-Sex Parents, and More—This Isn&’t Your Typical &“Birth Story&” Book! With an…
exciting collection of personal narratives, How to Prepare for Home Birth sheds light on the varied and fascinating experiences of women choosing home birth. Anyone even remotely interested in home birth will want to pull up a chair and witness one of the most intimate moments in each family&’s life. From the redwoods of California to a converted cowshed in Ireland, readers will be not only entertained, but also exposed to what home birth really feels, looks, and sounds like. Topics include:First-time home birthHome birth after hospital birthHome birth after Cesarean sectionPostpartum adviceAnd so much moreExpectant parents will come away with a deep understanding and sense of security, knowing that if others have done this, they can, too.A fascinating life of Sir Joseph Banks which restores him to his proper place in history as a leading scientific…
figure of the English Enlightenment As official botanist on James Cook's first circumnavigation, the longest-serving president of the Royal Society, advisor to King George III, the "father of Australia," and the man who established Kew as the world's leading botanical garden, Sir Joseph Banks was integral to the English Enlightenment. Yet he has not received the recognition that his multifarious achievements deserve. In this engaging account, Toby Musgrave reveals the true extent of Banks’s contributions to science and Britain. From an early age Banks pursued his passion for natural history through study and extensive travel, most famously on the HMS Endeavour. He went on to become a pivotal figure in the advancement of British scientific, economic, and colonial interests. With his enquiring, enterprising mind and extensive network of correspondents, Banks’s reputation and influence were global. Drawing widely on Banks's writings, Musgrave sheds light on Banks’s profound impact on British science and empire in an age of rapid advancement.Fit Pregnancy For Dummies
By Tere Stouffer Drenth, Catherine Cram. 2004
Are you intrigued by the idea of working out during pregnancy, but think it can’t be safe? Are you unsure…
how the words fit and pregnancy actually make sense in the same sentence? If so, you’ve come to the right place. This easy-to-follow guide shows you how you can be fit and pregnant, whether you’re new to exercise or have been working out for years, and whether you’re in your second week of pregnancy or your 32nd. Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is for you if you’re pregnant, if you’re thinking about becoming pregnant, and You want to be as fit and healthy as you can be — whatever your current fitness level — without in any way jeopardizing your health or the health of your baby. This guide gives you the straight facts on: Staying safe when you exercise Developing a plan with your health provider Choosing the right equipment Modifying your routine for each trimester Eating well for nine months and beyond From yoga and swimming to weight training, aerobics, and much more, you’ll see how to get started with a fun, step-by-step fitness routine that will make your entire pregnancy easier to manage. Postpartum expert and prenatal fitness class instructor Catherine Cram and fitness expert Tere Stouffer Drenth give you the scoop on the activities that work best for pregnant women and how to set up a routine that works best for you. You’ll understand how a fit pregnancy helps you with delivery and postpartum shape-up. Plus, you get expert advice on activities to avoid, eating well, and staying motivated during and after your pregnancy, as well as: Dressing comfortably for your workout Warming up and stretching to increase flexibility and avoid injury Modifying your exercise routine Staying fit after giving birth Finding the time for exercise and motherhood Complete with special tips on exercising indoors, staying motivated, getting your family hooked on fitness, and helping your child grow up healthy and fit, Fit Pregnancy For Dummies is the key to exercising safely and staying fit throughout your pregnancy and beyond!Pregnancy For Canadians For Dummies
By Keith Eddleman, Mary Duenwald, Joanne Stone, Janice Pearson. 2007
An essential guide for the realities of pregnant life in Canada Is it okay to dye your hair when you…
are pregnant? How about eating sushi? What about epidurals and back tattoos? Pregnancy should be a joy, not a worry. Pregnancy For Canadians For Dummies addresses commonly asked questions, clears up myths, and offers solid advice from real, medically-based data. Topics include: A trimester-by-trimester look at your baby's development. Find out what's normal - and what's not New findings about the treatment of pre-term labour and Down syndrome screening, and available options for detecting various problems What to expect during labor and delivery The latest news on prenatal testing, premature and multiple births, anesthesia and cesarean deliveries When the unexpected happens: recurrent miscarriages, late-pregnancy loss, fetal abnormalities Pregnancy For Canadians For Dummies will offer comfort and reassurance while serving as a guide to what mother and baby experience before, during, and just after birth.Pregnancy For Dummies
By Keith Eddleman, Mary Duenwald, Joanne Stone, Jane Palmer. 2012
Your complete guide to having a healthy, happy pregnancy This updated and expanded third edition of Pregnancy ForDummies offers mothers-to-be…
practical advice and expert guidance on every stage of their pregnancy — and beyond! Understand what's happening with your baby and your body, and be guided through what to expect from labour, birth and becoming a new parent. Follow your baby's development — understand the changes you and your baby go through during all three trimesters Research your birth options — make informed choices that best suit your needs Care for your baby before birth — eat well and keep active during pregnancy Prepare for the birth of your baby — know what happens before, during and after labour Look after your newborn — find advice on breastfeeding and bringing your baby home Keep up with current issues —identify issues facing mothers today, such as returning to work or having children later in life Get expert advice on special situations — meet the challenges of multiple births, problems during pregnancy or miscarriage Open the book and find: Ways to increase your chances of getting pregnant Clear illustrations of how the body changes during pregnancy Advice for managing pre-existing conditions during pregnancy Discussion about complementary and alternative therapies Simple explanations of your birth options Information about parental leave entitlements Websites to access further supportPostpartum Depression For Dummies
By Shoshana S. Bennett. 2007
It's a great blessing when a new mom with postpartum depression (PPD) is fortunate enough to be diagnosed early by…
a knowledgeable medical practitioner or therapist. But without guidance, it isn't always clear where the boundary between normal baby blues and PPD lies. As with any other illness, the quicker that PPD is identified and treated, the faster the woman will recover. Postpartum Depression For Dummies can help you begin the process of determining what’s going on with you and give you a better idea of where you fall so that you can get yourself into proper treatment right away. The book covers all aspects of PPD, from its history and its origins to its effects on women and their families to the wide variety of treatments available—including conventional Western medicine, psychological therapy, alternative medical treatments, and self-care measures. Postpartum Depression For Dummies reveals: Why some doctors may be hush-hush about PPD How to distinguish between pregnancy hormone changes, "baby blues," and PPD The difficulties of getting a proper diagnosis The role and importance of a therapist The benefits of medication for depression Alternative treatments with a successful track record How to find the right balance of psychological, medical, and alternative treatment Ways you can help foster recovery The nutrition you need to care for yourself properly How to help your partner help you Postpartum Depression For Dummies also provides the additional resources you need—web sites, organizations, and further reading—to help avoid the unnecessary suffering caused by undiagnosed and untreated PPD and survive and thrive as a new mom.Delia and Mark Owens in Africa: A Life in the Wild
By Delia Owens. 2019
Delia Owens, author of the best-selling Where the Crawdads Sing, began her career writing riveting real-life adventure and wildlife tales…
with her husband, Mark Owens. Collected in a single volume for the first time, these three odysseys show how the Owenses&’ &“ingenuity, courage, and accomplishment are beyond exaggeration.&” (People) Carrying little more than a change of clothes and a pair of binoculars, two young Americans, Delia and Mark Owens, caught a plane to Africa, bought a third-hand Land Rover, and drove deep into the Kalahari Desert. In this vast wilderness they met animals that had never seen humans before, and leopards, giraffes, and brown hyenas were regular visitors to their camp, all chronicled in Cry of the Kalahari. But the Kalahari is not Eden, and Mark and Delia were continually threatened by wildfires, drought, violent storms, and sometimes by the animals they studied and loved. They set off on another African odyssey in search of a new wilderness in The Eye of the Elephant. They land in a remote valley of Zambia, where the hippos swam in the river just below their tents, lions stalked the bush, and elephants wandered into camp to eat marula fruits. The peace, though, was soon shattered with gunfire, and Delia and Mark were inexorably drawn into a high-stakes struggle to save the wildlife. With Secrets of the Savanna, Delia and Mark tell the dramatic story of their last years in Africa, fighting to save elephants, villagers, and—in the end—themselves. The award-winning zoologists and pioneering conservationists describe their work in the remote and ruggedly beautiful Luangwa Valley, in northeastern Zambia.Αυτός κοιμότανε με τη μαμά
By G. G. Vega. 2020
Περιγραφή Αυτό το βιβλίο είναι μια σύντομη ιστορία από τις εμπειρίες που είχα παιδί, στα 1968, σε μια απομακρυσμένη περιοχή,…
σε ένα εχθρικό και δύσκολο περιβάλλον, σε ένα μικρό χωριό στις όχθες του ποταμού Παραγουάη, κοντά στα σύνορα με τη Βραζιλία και τη Βολιβία, στη Νότια Αμερική, στο έδαφος της Παραγουάης, όπου γεννήθηκα και πέρασα το μεγαλύτερο μέρος της παιδικής μου ηλικίας. Σκοπός αυτού του βιβλίου είναι να πω πως παρ’ όλες τις δυσκολίες στη χώρα μου, όσο απομακρυσμένος και δύσβατος κι αν ήταν ο τόπος μου, ο Θεός με φρόντισε, με βοήθησε, με έκανε να γίνω άνθρωπος. Αυτό το αποδίδω στην αγάπη και αφοσίωση των γονιών μου, στο σεβασμό που είχαν για την οικογένειά τους, την αγάπη για τα παιδιά τους και την αυθεντική τους, απλή και ταπεινή, αλλά ειλικρινή πίστη στο Θεό.David Livingstone: African Explorer (Sower Ser.sower Series Biographies)
By John H. Tiner, Diane Davis, Joyce Bohn, Rebecca Booher. 1997
Sons of the Waves: The Common Seaman in the Heroic Age of Sail
By Stephen Taylor. 2020
A brilliant telling of the history of the common seaman in the age of sail, and his role in Britain&’s…
trade, exploration, and warfare British maritime history in the age of sail is full of the deeds of officers like Nelson but has given little voice to plain, "illiterate" seamen. Now Stephen Taylor draws on published and unpublished memoirs, letters, and naval records, including court-martials and petitions, to present these men in their own words. In this exhilarating account, ordinary seamen are far from the hapless sufferers of the press gangs. Proud and spirited, learned in their own fashion, with robust opinions and the courage to challenge overweening authority, they stand out from their less adventurous compatriots. Taylor demonstrates how the sailor was the engine of British prosperity and expansion up to the Industrial Revolution. From exploring the South Seas with Cook to establishing the East India Company as a global corporation, from the sea battles that made Britain a superpower to the crisis of the 1797 mutinies, these "sons of the waves" held the nation&’s destiny in their calloused hands.Birthing Autonomy: Women's Experiences of Planning Home Births
By Nadine Edwards. 1994
Birthing Autonomy brings some balance to the difficult arguments that arise from debates about home births, and focuses on women’s views and…
their experiences of planning home births. It provides an in-depth exploration of how women make decisions about home births and what aspects matter most to them. Comparing how differently the pros and cons of home births are constructed and contemplated by mothers and by the medical profession, the book looks at how current obstetric thinking and practices can disempower and harm women emotionally and spiritually as well as physically. Written in an accessible style, this book is enlightening for student and practicing midwives and obstetricians, as well as researchers and students of nursing, medical sociology, health studies, gender studies, feminist practitioners and theorists. It will also be invaluable to expectant mothers who want to be more informed about the choices they are facing and the wider context within which their birth options are considered.Passion and Purity: Learning to Bring Your Love Life Under Christ's Control
By Elisabeth Elliot. 1984
"Romances are made of sunlight and rain. The sunlight, which turned my world into a radiance of color, was the…
knowledge of Jim Elliot's love. The rain was the other fact he explained to me as we sat on the grass by the Lagoon-- that God was calling him to remain single. Perhaps for life, perhaps only until he had firsthand experience in the place where he was to work as a jungle missionary. Older missionaries had told him that single men were needed to do jobs married ones could never do. There were some areas where women could not go. Jim took their word for it and committed himself to bachelorhood for as long as the will of God required." five years passed before Jim Elliot knew that it was God's will that he and Elisabeth marry. During those five years both experienced the same feelings that you may now have -- loneliness, longing, impatience... hope... fear of what may lie ahead combined with trust in God -- the elation of love mingled with the pain of separation Through their time of waiting upon the Lord, they grew in faith and their love was purified. They learned many lessons which Elisabeth Elliot now shares with you. You, too, will learn to let your heart rest "where true joys are to be found."Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn: The Complete Guide
By Janet Whalley, Penny Simkin, Ann Keppler, Janelle Durham, April Bolding. 2016
Available for the first time in full color, the up-to-date and authoritative pregnancy guide that has sold 1.5 million copies--by…
recognizing that "one size fits all" doesn't apply to maternity careParents love this book because it puts them in control; experts love it because it's based on the latest medical research and recommendations from leading health organizations. Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the information and guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period--decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities, and values.Unlike pregnancy guides that can overwhelm and alarm by telling you up front all the things that can possibly go wrong, this book first describes normal, healthy processes, their typical variations, and the usual care practices for monitoring them. Only then does it cover possible complications and the care practices and procedures for resolving them. Throughout, the presentation is crystal-clear, the tone is reassuring, and the voice is empowering. And the language is inclusive, reflecting today's various family configurations such as single-parent families, blended families formed by second marriages, families with gay and lesbian parents, and families formed by open adoption or surrogacy. From sensible nutrition advice to realistic birth plans, from birth doulas when desired to cesareans when needed, from reducing stress during pregnancy to caring for yourself as well as your baby after birth, this pregnancy guide speaks to today's parents-to-be like no other.