Three books for parents and parents-to-be

 

Expecting – Everything you need to know about pregnancy labour and birth
Anna McGrail and Daphne Metlanrago
£14.99

This book is written by two ladies who manage BabyCentre.co.uk, a website for parents and parents-to-be. The book takes the reader through pregnancy and birth, providing all the necessary information in clear and concise ways. The book cuts through the cutesy waffle of pregnancy magazines and breaks down the medical jargon.

Seven Secrets of a Joyful Birth
Dominique Sakoilsky
Silverwood Books

£12.99

If you like your pregnancy to contain a touch of woo, this book written by the co-founder of Relaxed Birth and Parenting will be your organic option. It covers feelings, making connections with the baby and body awareness.

 

Love Bombing
Oliver James
Karnack Books

Love Bombing aims to help parents whose children have problems.  This is done by topping up their emotional thermostat to adjust their brain through periods of intense loving parenting. There are case studies to help parents find a situation that mirrors their own problems.