Child Birth

Clay's deepest desire is to have a baby. The hyena omega was born to be a dad - and now that he's turning thirty, he plans to make that happen ASAP. No mate? No problem. He just needs an alpha to get him pregnant. He'll raise the cub on his own. The stern, powerful alpha of the pride has everything Clay wants in a sperm donor - but they also have a long-buried history Clay would rather forget. Will Clay ask Landon to get him pregnant, no strings attached? And if Landon accepts, will he end up wanting to keep his omega daddy - forever? (Omega Daddy is an M/M paranormal romance featuring ...

Mikey hopes he won't find his alpha for a long, long time. The young jaguar omega is too busy finishing his screenplay to settle down - even if his need for a mate becomes unbearable every time he goes into heat. When Mikey returns to his small hometown, the last thing he expects is to find that fated connection. But when a chance encounter with the devastatingly handsome tiger alpha makes him go into heat, he knows Lukas is his mate. Will Mikey's independence come between him and his mate? Or is he ready to get pregnant for the alpha? (Pregnant for the Alpha is an M/M paranormal romance ...

During pregnancy, childbirth, and early motherhood, women undergo a far-reaching physiological, psychological and social metamorphosis. In this ground-breaking, deeply personal investigation, acclaimed journalist and author Lucy Jones brings to light the emerging concept of 'matrescence'. Drawing on new research across various fields - neuroscience and evolutionary biology; psychoanalysis and existential therapy; sociology, economics and ecology - Jones shows how the changes in the maternal mind, brain and body are far more profound, wild and enduring than we have been led to believe.

Pregnancy and childbirth are often depicted as a time of sickness and mood swings for women followed by 12 to 20 hours of pain and hard labor. Many women have been told they can never conceive. Others have suffered the pain of conceiving and miscarrying. Have you had enough of this picture? Supernatural Childbirth is a practical and realistic look at God's promises for conception, pregnancy and delivery.

Christian Childbirth, 2nd Edition by Marianne Manley RN, CNM includes more pictures, diagrams and wisdom. This comprehensive book contains birth stories written by Christians for Christians and provides information related to childbearing and beyond from a Christian perspective. The goals of this book are to encourage Christians to seek God in childbearing and to help them to know WHAT TO EXPECT FROM GOD WHEN EXPECTING. Secular books cannot fill the longing of our souls and come short of the wisdom found only in the Word of God. Parents need God when expecting because their, and their ...

Fleeing from his dangerous dragon family, half-human omega Raka finds himself unable to control his desires for Delos, the winsome ice dragon alpha he hired to escort him across the frozen sea. But falling in love was never part of the escape plan. To protect them both, Raka vanishes from the flaming wreckage of their ship, leaving Delos behind with a broken heart—not knowing he's carrying the alpha's child. After seven years, Delos’s icy heart shows no sign of thawing. On an away mission for his dragon flight brothers, he unexpectedly finds the omega he can’t forget. His resentment ...

From the excitement of discovering you're expecting to the unforgettable moment of holding your little one for the first time, Supernatural Childbirth 40-Week Pregnancy Journal will help you cherish every moment while strengthening your faith for a joyful, healthy, and peaceful pregnancy.

Pregnancy, birth, and postpartum is a process of continuous learning and adjustment; Birthing From Within provides the necessary support and education to make each phase of birthing a rewarding experience.

Celebrated author Stephanie Greene’s Gryphon Honor Book Princess Posey and the First Grade Parade introduced young audiences to a charming new heroine who could brave anything in the first grade—as long as she was allowed to wear her special pink tutu. In this second delightful book in the series, the “Pink Princess” Posey thinks she’s found the perfect gift for her teacher’s birthday. But will classmate Nikki’s fancy bouquet upstage Posey’s homegrown roses?

Diane is a lawyer who fights for the rights of children placed in foster care. She's determined to give them what she never had - a functional family. It's a tough job, but she loves advocacy. She understands what it feels like to be unwanted, or worse, desired solely because of what she could do for her parents. This dark time from her childhood still influences her adult life. Men want her, but their overtures are always motivated by what she can do for them. Nobody loves her for herself. Better to remain single than be used again. Dave hires Diane to help him retain custody of his foster...

Rebekah and Mouse are so excited to be going to RJ's birthday party, but Rebekah is going crazy trying to figure out what Mouse has gotten him for a gift. There's sure to be some kind of a prank pulled and likely a mystery to figure out, too.

Now, in audio for the first time, The Birth Partner remains the definitive guide to helping a woman through labor and birth. The Birth Partner includes thorough information on preparing for labor and knowing when it has begun; normal labor and how to help the woman every step of the way; epidurals and other medications for labor; pitocin and other means, including natural ones, to induce or speed up labor; non-drug techniques for easing labor pain; and more.

A brand-new Goosebumps arc narrated by the most iconic and evil character of the series, Slappy! The evil dummy comes to life to tell his own twisted tales and scary stories. "Welcome to SlappyWorld," he announces. "I want to tell you one of my favorite stories. Of course, it's a horror story! I think you'll agree it's a SCREAM!" Slappy welcomes the listener to his world and introduces every novel in his own hilarious, menacing style.

It's her birthday! Not only is she having a fun party with her friends, but she’s also getting the most perfect present from her dad: a puppy! Mindy has wanted a dog ever since she can remember. She knows that a dog will be just the thing to cheer her dad up, too.

In this important and ground-breaking, deeply personal investigation, Jones writes of the emerging concept of “matrescence”—the wholeness of becoming a mother. Drawing on her own experiences of twice becoming a mother, as well as exploring the latest research in the fields of neuroscience and evolutionary biology; psychoanalysis and existential therapy; sociology, economics and ecology, Jones writes of the physical and emotional changes in the maternal mind, body, and spirit and shows us how these changes are far more profound, wild, and enduring than have been previously explored.

This cover-to-cover (including the cover!) new edition is filled with must-have information, advice, insight, and tips for a new generation of moms and dads. With What to Expect’s trademark warmth, empathy, and humor, it answers every conceivable question expecting parents could have, including dozens of new ones based on the ever-changing pregnancy and birthing practices and choices they face. Advice for dads is fully integrated throughout the book.

Mrs. Piggle-Wiggle is back with a brand-new bundle of wonderfully magical cures for any bad habit - from watching too much TV, to picky eating to fear of trying new things. With a little help from her pets, Wag the dog, Lightfoot the cat, Lester the pig, and a trunk full of magnificent powders and potions, she can solve any problem big or small.

It’s time for a childbirth revolution. Childbirth has always been, and always will be, a significant rite of passage that transforms a woman into a mother. However, the modern approach to maternity care fails women, families, and care providers with outdated practices that center the needs of institutions rather than individuals. In this audiobook, Rachel Reed demonstrates how childbirth can be reclaimed to center women and support birth physiology.

Book 2 - An Alpha sugar daddy who’s a wolf shifter. An omega sugar baby who’s human. What can go wrong? Haven’s in debt, and he’s running out of options. After watching his best friend get a sugar daddy at The Silver Moon Exchange Club, Haven’s ready to try for his own. With a little luck, Haven finds a gorgeous Alpha wolf shifter, one who wants to make a deal. If Haven will pretend to be his mate in front of his wolf pack, his sugar daddy will pay off all Haven’s debts. Haven only intends for their relationship to last for six months. But he ends up with a surprise that will ...

Introducing "Postpartum: The Expectations and Reality of the Fourth Trimester" – your essential guide to the transformative journey of postpartum. Authored by Jessica Dawson, a relatable mom who's been through it all, this book fearlessly delves into the messy details of new motherhood, offering comfort, reassurance, tips, and a wealth of insights. Main Topics Covered: Physical recovery after birth Navigating hormonal and emotional fluctuations Bonding with your baby Setting schedules for baby and mom Sleep (or lack thereof) Managing social pressures Feeding options: breastfeeding, ...