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Pregnancy Sucks: What to Do When Your Miracle Makes You Miserable
by Joanne Kimes Sanford A. TishermanDiscusses the physical, emotional, and social challenges that can occur during pregnancy, from dealing with morning sickness and weight gain to feuding with one's family over the baby's name to suspecting that one's husband is having an affair
Pregnancy Sucks: What to Do When Your Miracle Makes You Miserable (Life Sucks Series)
by Joanne Kimes Sanford A. TishermanPregnancy Sucks, by Joanne Kimes and Sanford A. Tisherman, M.D., gives you real solutions to all the annoying and somewhat awkward situations that can unexpectedly arise during your pregnancy.Did you know that:Farm-fresh butter, or petroleum jelly, works just as well for your itchy belly as a fancy and overpriced "pregnancy" product?If you're put on bedrest, walkie-talkies will allow you to yell at your husband-no matter where he is in the house!Surrounding yourself with regular pillows (don't forget to swipe your husband's) is just as good as buying a special large "pregnancy pillow"-and more adaptable to giving support where you personally need it?Doing the hokey pokey, or taking a warm shower, can ease Braxton Hicks contractions?Full of insight, hilarity, and practical solutions on every page, Pregnancy Sucks shows how, through it all, you can survive with your health, dignity, and sanity intact!
Pregnancy Sucks
by Leslie Young Joanne KimesThat "glowing skin" everyone promised you looks remarkably similar to the hormonal acne you battled as a teenYour special bond with your husband? It means he can't sleep in the same room as you, thanks to your killer gasThe lady at the grocery store remarks "it must be any day now!" when you haven't finished your second trimesterYou debut the perfect name for your baby--which your mother-in-law immediately describes as "interesting" (complete with a wrinkled nose)There's no doubt about it: Pregnancy isn't all it's cracked up to be. In this complete update of the bestselling first edition, Joanne Kimes pairs no-holds-barred humor with helpful advice to get you through the next nine months with (some level of) your sanity intact.So whether you're looking for the scoop on hypnobirthing, you want to know a cure for your hemorrhoids, or you really just want a laugh (even if you might pee in your maternity leggings), this book will tell you exactly what to do when that miracle of yours is making you totally, completely, gestationally miserable.
Pregnancy Sucks for Men
by Jeff Kimes Joanne KimesSleep on the couch to make room for her gigantic pregnancy pillow Pass up tickets to the game since you'd "rather" register for the baby showerHaven't had sex since there was snow on the ground (and it's July)It may not make you sound like future father of the year, but there's one thing men everywhere can agree on: Pregnancy Sucks--for you.In this complete update of the bestselling first edition, Joanne and Jeff Kimes pair no-holds-barred humor with helpful advice to make sure you actually live to see the birth of your child.So whether you're sick of putting your foot in your mouth when you're trying to compliment her, you want the real scoop on what's going to go down in the delivery room (without the hospital-issued video), or you really just want a laugh (since "you" "volunteered" to give up drinking for the interminable nine months of her pregnancy), this book will tell you exactly what to do when that miracle of yours is making you totally, completely, just-cut-the-freakin'-cord-already! miserable.
Pregnancy Sucks for Men
by Jeff Kimes Joanne KimesSleep on the couch to make room for her gigantic pregnancy pillow Pass up tickets to the game since you'd "rather" register for the baby shower Haven't had sex since there was snow on the ground (and it's July) It may not make you sound like future father of the year, but there's one thing men everywhere can agree on: Pregnancy Sucks--for you. In this complete update of the bestselling first edition, Joanne and Jeff Kimes pair no-holds-barred humor with helpful advice to make sure you actually live to see the birth of your child. So whether you're sick of putting your foot in your mouth when you'retryingto compliment her, you want the real scoop on what's going to go down in the delivery room (without the hospital-issued video), or you really just want a laugh (since "you" "volunteered" to give up drinking for the interminable nine months of her pregnancy), this book will tell you exactly what to do when that miracle of yours is making you totally, completely,just-cut-the-freakin'-cord-already!miserable.
Pregnancy Sucks For Men
by Jeffrey Kimes Joanne KimesIn Pregnancy Sucks for Men, the author and her husband, Jeff, tell it like it is and show men how they can help out without doing the chore wrong; understand and cope with their wives' emotional rollercoaster rides; and duck for cover when the mood swings are aimed at their heads. Prescriptive and hilarious, Pregnancy Sucks for Men enables the father-to-be to: Avoid getting puked on - now that his wife has a superhuman sense of smell; Offer and prepare the right foods when the woman of his dreams turns into a frightening hungry beast; Woo his wife into bed with romance, good timing, and by getting the housework done. Arranged in a convenient, month-by-month format and broken up by guy-on-the-street quotes, Pregnancy Sucks for Men is the one pregnancy book a man will proudly read for himself.
Pregnancy Sucks For Men: What to Do When Your Miracle Makes You BOTH Miserable
by Joanne KimesA Simon & Schuster eBook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every reader.
Pregnancy Sucks for Men: What to do when your miracle makes you both miserable
by Joanne KimesSleep on the couch to make room for her gigantic pregnancy pillowPass up tickets to the game since you'd "rather" register for the baby showerHaven't had sex since there was snow on the ground (and it's July) It may not make you sound like future father of the year, but there's one thing men everywhere can agree on: Pregnancy Sucks-for you.In this complete update of the bestselling first edition, Joanne and Jeff Kimes pair no-holds-barred humor with helpful advice to make sure you actually live to see the birth of your child.So whether you're sick of putting your foot in your mouth when you're trying to compliment her, you want the real scoop on what's going to go down in the delivery room (without the hospital-issued video), or you really just want a laugh (since you "volunteered" to give up drinking for the interminable nine months of her pregnancy), this book will tell you exactly what to do when that miracle of yours is making you totally, completely, just-cut-the-freakin'-cord-already! miserable.
Pregnancy Sucks for Men
by Joanne Kimes Jeff KimesIn Pregnancy Sucks for Men, The author and her husband, Jeff, tell it like it is and show men how they can help out without doing the chore wrong; understand and cope with their wives' emotional rollercoaster rides; and duck for cover when the mood swings are aimed at their heads.
The Pregnancy Surprise (Ready for Baby!)
by Caroline AndersonPregnant? Impossible! But somehow it’s true.Maisie McDowell is about to become a single mom-with no knowledge of how she got that way...Dr. James Sutherland’s patients usually suspectedthey were pregnant, but Maisie seemed honestlybewildered by the news. Luckily James is also Maisie’sneighbor, and able to offer her support...and more.But after all Maisie has been through, how can he puthimself first and tell her that all he wants is to marryher and be a father to her unborn child...?
The Pregnancy Test: 150 Important, Embarrassing, and Slightly Neurotic Questions
by Melissa Heckscher Emily SikkingExpecting moms have plenty of weird and blush-worthy questions they'd rather not ask their doctors: "Is it okay to get a bikini wax?" "Can my baby cry in the womb?" "Why have I gained so much weight?" The Pregnancy Test turns these questions and others into a delightful multiple-choice guessing game, complete with carefully researched and informative responses to the wildest and most outrageous concerns. Authors Melissa Heckscher and Dr. Emily Sikking test readers' knowledge of everything from fetal development to labor and delivery--and along the way, you'll learn why pregnant women should stay off roller coasters and go easy on caffeine. The perfect gift for new moms (and a terrific refresher course for seasoned veterans), The Pregnancy Test answers everything you've ever wondered while expecting.
Pregnancy Week by Week: Understand the changes and chart the progress of you and your baby with this essential weekly planner
by Dr Jane MacDougallThis fully revised and updated edition of the best-selling book is your ideal companion through the 40+ weeks of pregnancy. Each week you will find information on how you might be feeling or what you should be doing and a review of your baby's progress - accompanied by specially created illustrations.Additionally, there is much vital information on antenatal care, fitness, diet, coping with common complaints and labour and delivery as well as an introduction to your newborn. All the information is presented in a succinct yet reassuring way and there are many useful illustrations, photographs and checklists.
Pregnancy Week by Week: Understand the changes and chart the progress of you and your baby with this essential weekly planner
by Jane MacdougallThis fully revised and updated edition of the best-selling book is your ideal companion through the 40+ weeks of pregnancy. Each week you will find information on how you might be feeling or what you should be doing and a review of your baby's progress - accompanied by specially created illustrations. Additionally, there is much vital information on antenatal care, fitness, diet, coping with common complaints and labour and delivery as well as an introduction to your newborn. All the information is presented in a succinct yet reassuring way and there are many useful illustrations, photographs and checklists.
The Pregnancy Workbook: Manage Anxiety and Worry with CBT and Mindfulness Techniques
by Dr. Katayune KaeniTechniques and strategies to manage anxiety during pregnancy This workbook is full of techniques and coping strategies to ease your anxiety during pregnancy. Find peace and calm with exercises based in proven therapeutic methods. Explore a variety of questionnaires and worksheets, along with examples from people just like you, to feel guided and supported through becoming pregnant, being pregnant, and transitioning into parenthood. An evidence-based approach—Learn healthy coping skills drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and more. For any expectant parent—This inclusive workbook supports families of any kind, incorporating advice for your partner along with plenty of guidance for those without a partner. For any experience level—Whether you have a history of anxiety or are experiencing it for the first time during pregnancy, you'll begin to identify and understand your unique feelings and worries. Diffuse anxiety and find peace with the help of The Pregnancy Workbook.
The Pregnant Athlete: How to Stay in Your Best Shape Ever -- Before, During, and After Pregnancy
by Mcintosh Perry Brandi Dion Steven Dion Joel HellerWomen who are serious about sports-those who compete or perform as runners, triathletes, cyclists, swimmers, as well as those who are serious weekend warriors-often face concerns and misinformation when they want to maintain a high level of fitness throughout their pregnancy. The Pregnant Athlete offers a wealth of practical myth-busting information for these women.Written by Brandi Dion, a triathlete, personal trainer, and mom; Steve Dion, a university professor of health and exercise science; and Dr. Joel Heller, an obstetrician-gynecologist whose patients include marathoners, triathletes, and fitness instructors; this book includes details on physical changes per trimester and gauging your own limits, guidelines for specific sports and flexible workout plans for maximum health, nutrition facts and tips, reassuring medical insights, the truth about old wives' tales, and inspiring stories from other pregnant athletes.
Pregnant by Morning
by Kat CantrellOne magical night in Venice brings two lost souls together...until a positive pregnancy test changes everything. What was meant to be a one-night affair has turned into much more for Texas businessman Matthew Wheeler. Something about Evangeline, the mysterious woman he met at a masquerade ball, propels him from his self-imposed exile. He's finally able to forget his tragic past and lose himself in this incredible woman. But letting go has a price. Evangeline's pregnancy announcement brings reality to their Venetian villa. Are they ready to take their secret affair public? Or will their romance end with the morning light?
Pregnant by Mr. Wrong (The McKinnels of Jewell Rock #2)
by Rachael JohnsDear Aunt Bossy, It's no secret that my world turned upside down when I learned an impulsive night of passion left me pregnant. And the dad? He's the devil-may-care brother of my former fiancé. He's a heartbreaker of a man who swept me off my feet-again-before he learned I was in the family way. But our romantic reunion might not have been as unplanned as I thought. Aunt Bossy, I don't want a man who's with me just because he feels it's his duty. I want him to be as smitten with me as he is with the idea of becoming a father. As head over heels with me as I am with him...
Pregnant by the Commanding Greek: Marriage Bargain With His Innocent / Pregnant By The Commanding Greek (Mills And Boon Modern Ser.)
by Natalie AndersonA London woman and her wealthy new boss share a secret encounter with not-so-secret consequences in this romance by a USA Today–bestselling author.Powerful Greek Leon Kariakis is not accustomed to being challenged—least of all by an impulsive woman who’s mistaken his identity. Yet warmhearted Ettie Roberts is a breath of fresh air, and Leon can’t resist indulging in a night of tantalizing pleasure! But Ettie’s pregnancy bombshell demands action. Leon’s heir will not be born out of wedlock, so Ettie must say “I do” . . .
Pregnant by the Greek Tycoon (The Greek Tycoons #6)
by Kim LawrenceA Greek tycoon tries to win back his wife and child in this classic contemporary romance by a USA Today–bestselling author.After a whirlwind marriage to Greek billionaire Angolos Constantine, Georgie was pregnant—and was sure Angolos would be delighted. Instead, he told her to “go away and never come back.” So that was exactly what she did. Angolos has never seen his son—until now!In fact, Angolos Constantine didn’t think he could have children, and now he’s not prepared to let this miracle go. Even though Georgie seems to hate him, he’ll have what’s rightfully his . . . by whatever means possible!
Pregnant by the Rival Ceo: A Baby For The Boss Pregnant By The Rival Ceo That Night With The Rich Rancher
by Karen BoothIt was just business. And then she got pregnant... Anna Langford is ready to be CEO of the family business, but her brother won't give up control. When she sees the opportunity for a major deal, she goes for it, even though it means working with Jacob Lin, her brother's former best friend, the guy she's never quite gotten over-the man her brother now despises. A successful venture capitalist, Jacob makes ruthless moves. And Anna has given him the perfect chance to take revenge on her brother... What starts as business turns into romance-until Anna learns of Jacob's motives. And an unplanned pregnancy presents them both with the greatest challenge they've ever faced.
Pregnant by the Sheikh
by Olivia GatesThe sheikh bargains for an heir in this story by USA TODAY bestselling author Olivia Gates At first sight, Sheikh Numair Al Aswad's lethal sensuality overwhelms Princess Jenan Aal Ghamdi. And when he rescues her from an arranged marriage, he has a shocking price...an heir! Though logic screams no, her body and soul burn for him. Numair has come from the darkest of pasts to exact revenge-and to claim his throne. Jenan is vital to his plans. But his cold-blooded scheme melts under the heat of their passion. Now he must choose: his lifelong ambitions or the woman who carries his unborn child.
Pregnant by the Single Dad Doc
by Louisa HeatonWorking with her ex……leads to unexpected consequences!Turning her life around after a crushing loss, medical student Ellie Jones is shocked to discover her new mentor is Dr. Logan Riley—who broke her heart years earlier! Single dad Logan’s hands are full raising his autistic daughter, but Ellie finds herself more drawn to him than ever. And when the family losses they’ve both experienced bring them closer, reigniting their old flame, it leads to an unplanned surprise…“Another awesome read from our dear author, absolutely could not put this book down. In fact, for the first time in a while I managed to start and finish this beautiful story on the same day.”— Goodreads on Their Unexpected Babies“Absolutely adore this book very much, it has everything you can want to prove that love is most definitely the best possible medicine you can have. Louisa definitely does not disappoint.”— Goodreads on Saving the Single Dad Doc
The Pregnant Goddess: Your Guide to Traditions, Rituals, and Blessings for a Sacred Pagan Pregnancy
by Arin Murphy-HiscockEmbrace the divine feminine power of the Mother Goddess and learn how to spiritually prepare for pregnancy with this guide to Pagan rituals, meditations, and traditions for every milestone over the next nine months! As you make the transition from maiden to mother, you fully embody the Mother Goddess. Embark on this sacred journey with this complete guide including special mediations, affirmations, and rituals designed to help you attune to the divine energies of childbearing. The Pregnant Goddess teaches you how to: -Prepare spiritually for pregnancy -Conduct rituals to aide in conception, safe pregnancy, and easy delivery -Practice responsible magic during these critical nine moths -Deal with unexpected delivery developments The Pregnant Goddess is the perfect companion as you embark on the most magnificent and magical journey of your life!
Pregnant Midwife on His Doorstep: Pregnant Midwife On His Doorstep / Risking It All For The Children's Doc (Mills And Boon Medical Ser.)
by Marion LennoxRescued—By the brooding neurosurgeonNeurosurgeon Josh O’Connor’s isolated island hideaway is on lockdown, but nothing will stop him entering a raging cyclone to rescue mom-to-be midwife Hannah Byrne. Hannah hasn’t found happiness since leaving her beloved Irish village. Yet stepping into Josh’s warm house, she starts to feel she might finally have found a home—for her and her unborn baby. Might Josh’s rescuing Hannah from the storm change both their lives for the better?
Pregnant on the Earl's Doorstep
by Sophie PembrokeAn Earl’s reputation is everything…But scandal’s knocking on his door!Upon his brother’s death, Cal Bryce assumed the role of Earl, becoming guardian to his young niece and nephew. Knowing nothing about children, he’s saved when sweet teacher Heather Reid agrees to be their nanny. But Heather needs his help too — she’s pregnant with his brother’s baby! This could ruin the Bryce reputation…unless Cal can open his heart to another new role — husband and father!“The lyrical, vivid prose in Sophie Pembroke’s fabulous Harlequin Romance titled CEO’s Marriage Miracle will sweep you off your feet from page one. The storyline is fresh, genuine and fast-paced—and the characters are realistic, engaging and likable. I was whisked off on a beautiful romance where two deeply motivated individuals defied all odds to claim their satisfying and fulfilling HEA!”— Goodreads“Wow, Ms. Pembroke has given her readers a great follow up…. This is one of those novels that at the end you will be smiling and not even realizing it. All around this is a win.”— Harlequin Junkie on Island Fling to Forever