The transition from woman to mother may be the most dramatic change you will experience in your lifetime. Nausea and labour pains are temporary; the emotional imprint of pregnancy is long-lasting. To help expectant mothers understand that there is more to pregnancy than having a baby, this practical book explores some much-needed awareness of the psychological side of pregnancy. * Helps expectant mothers deal step-by-step with the emotional and psychological aspects of pregnancy and childbirth. * Includes both the emotional changes that accompany the physical changes, and the process of growing into the new role of "mother". * Developed from a practical series of Expecting Change workshops organised by the author for expectant mothers.
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By skinelli "skinelli" (Alexandria, VA United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Expecting Change: The Emotional Journey (Paperback)
When I was expecting, I heard everything about pregnancy and birth EXCEPT for the emotional aspects of maternity. This book filled in the gap for me. When I went through the moodiness, the mixed feelings, the soaring joys, and even the disappointments of this major life transition, this book paved my way. I own two copies and recommend it to all my childbirth classes now!
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I have never found a book (and I own many, many on the subject!) about pregnancy and childbirth, and the adjustment to parenthood that covers the emotional changes as well and as thoroughly. Stern covers things never touched on in any book I've read, and does so with humor and an openness that is refreshing, regarding her own pregnancy experience and those of friends. I plan use information from this book in my Childbirth Education classes, and can't thank Ellen Sue Stern enough for writing this book.
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This review is from: Expecting Change: The Emotional Journey Through Pregnancy (Paperback)
I picked up this book while waiting in the OBGYN's office, and knew I had to get it! I found myself laughing, I found myself crying, and everything in between reading this book! It touches on issues people talk about, but what's truly comforting is that it delves into the issues people may not talk about, like dealing with your absolute change in body image, emotions, how your significant other is reacting, etc. There are a million books out there talking about your physical changes and what's happening with the baby, but this book really fills the gap on the emotional and mental side of pregnancy.
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unmedicated childbirth, other pregnant women, forty weeks, birth plan, medical provider, postpartum blues Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
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Some moments in your life are frozen in time. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
unmedicated childbirth, other pregnant women, forty weeks, birth plan, medical provider, postpartum blues Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Perfect Pregnant Woman, Getting the Support You Need, Expecting Change Workshops New!
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- Thank You (Gift Books) on page 109
- Eating for Two: Recipes for Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women by Robin Lim in Front Matter
- Practical Parenting Tips by Vicki Lansky in Back Matter
- Heartmates: A Guide for the Spouse and Family of the Heart Patient by Rachael Freed on page 78, and Back Matter
- Living with Loss: Meditations for Grieving Widows by Ellen Sue Stern in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
- The Pregnancy Bed Rest Book: A Survival Guide for Expectant Mothers and Their Families by Amy E. Tracy on page 171
- The Pregnant Woman's Comfort Book: Self-Nurturing Guide to Your Emotional Well-Being During Pregnancy and Early Motherhood by Jennifer Louden on page 14
- Words of Inspiration for People with MS by Ellen Sue Stern in Back Matter
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