Surviving Pregnancy

Pregnancy books for couples abound, but You Got This, Dad is just for guys. Aaron Sharp, a dad of four, draws from his experiences to help husbands, especially first-time dads, navigate the amazing, uncertain, and sometimes scary process of pregnancy and childbirth. With self-deprecating honesty, plenty of humor, and amusing asides from his lovely wife, Elaina, Aaron steers soon-to-be dads through the complex events and emotions surrounding pregnancy.

Consider this book your guide, helping you through the emotional issues that come from infertility or pregnancy issues. It is designed for Christian women and couples struggling to conceive or bring a pregnancy to full term. There are countless stories in God's word of women who dealt with infertility that can teach us how to mourn, heal, and grow from these experiences, and this book will help you do just that.

Superheroes don’t have babies; real and imperfect non-superhumans do. When we come to terms with this, the result is a happier and less traumatizing start to motherhood. Becky Vieira, the mom behind the popular Instagram account @WittyOtter, provides actionable advice for new parents on what to expect after pregnancy and how to successfully navigate the frustrations and challenges that come with having a baby.

Approximately 750 surrogate babies are born each year in the US alone. Surrogacy is becoming an increasingly attractive option to women who want to help others and make a little money to support their own families at the same time. Don’t be alarmed if you feel shock and confusion the first time your wife mentions the "S" word, though. You’re certainly not alone, and how ever you feel is absolutely right.

Even if you don’t want to hire a caregiver, you can definitely apply these tips by yourself while getting emotional support from loved ones. Even if you’re a single parent, you will be able to handle a newborn and strengthen your bond with them. No obstacle can beat love and commitment—these will only fuel you to do whatever it takes to raise a healthy, happy baby.

> The Mommy MD Guide to Surviving Morning Sickness, offers advice on morning sickness and its related symptoms: ptyalism, smell sensitivity, vomiting, headache, heartburn, and constipation. You'll hear how Mommy MD Guides faced the challenges of morning sickness, and you'll also learn how Mommy MD Guides celebrated success when they felt better - or enjoyed pregnancy, despite the nausea.