Getting Ready to be a Mother

Getting Ready to be a Mother

A Little Book of Information and Advice for the Young Woman Who is Looking Forward to MotherhoodBy Carolyn Conant Van Blarcom
Michael Caine
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Length6h 31m

About this audiobook

In "Getting Ready to be a Mother," Carolyn Conant Van Blarcom presents a comprehensive guide that simultaneously informs and empowers expectant mothers. This insightful work navigates the complex terrain of motherhood from pregnancy through the early stages of parenting, characterized by a blend of anecdotal narratives and practical advice. Van Blarcom employs an engaging, conversational tone, ensuring that the reader feels supported throughout her journey, making the book a vital resource in its literary context of maternal literature that addresses both emotional and physical preparations for motherhood. Carolyn Conant Van Blarcom, an experienced educator and mother herself, draws upon her extensive background in child development and maternal health to offer a nuanced perspective. Her passion for nurturing family relationships inspired her to write this book, as she recognized the challenges many women face when transitioning into motherhood. Through her research and personal experiences, Van Blarcom illuminates a path for mothers-to-be, celebrating the joys and navigating the anxieties inherent to the role. "Getting Ready to be a Mother" is highly recommended for expectant mothers seeking comprehensive guidance. Van Blarcom's empathetic approach equips readers with the knowledge and confidence they need to embrace the transformative experience of motherhood. This indispensable guide is not only a source of information but also a companion to help mothers prepare for the profound journey ahead.

Audiobook details

GenreSelf-Help
Length6 hrs 31 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 21, 2022
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1PREFACE
15YOUR BABY’S FOOD
2INTRODUCTION
16COMMERCIAL BABY FOODS
3CHAPTER I GETTING READY TO BE A MOTHER
17ARTICLES OF FOOD WHICH ARE SOMETIMES INCLUDED IN THE BABY’S DIETARY
4CHAPTER II SIGNS THAT A BABY IS COMING
18BATHING AND DRESSING YOUR BABY
5CHAPTER III WHERE THE BABY’S LIFE BEGINS
19YOUR BABY’S CLOTHES
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6CHAPTER IV HOW THE BABY DEVELOPS BEFORE HE IS BORN
20AIRING YOUR BABY
7CHAPTER V TAKING CARE OF THE BABY BEFORE HE COMES
21EXERCISING YOUR BABY
8COMMON DISCOMFORTS DURING PREGNANCY
22TRAINING YOUR BABY
9HELPING TO PREVENT COMPLICATIONS
23KEEPING YOUR BABY WELL IN SUMMER
10CHAPTER VI MAKING READY FOR THE BABY
24KEEPING YOUR BABY WELL IN WINTER
11CHAPTER VII THE BABY’S ARRIVAL: THE MIRACLE[1]
25RELIEVING COLIC, CONSTIPATION AND CONVULSIONS
12CHAPTER VIII THE BABY’S MOTHER
26THE PREMATURE BABY
13CHAPTER IX THE MOTHER’S CARE OF HERSELF—FOR THE BABY’S SAKE
27TRAVELING WITH YOUR BABY
14CHAPTER X THE MOTHER’S CARE OF HER BABY
28CHAPTER XI THE NUTRITION OF MOTHER AND BABY

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