Child Birth

It's Grandma Beetle's birthday, and Señor Calavera (a skeleton from the Day of the Dead) doesn't know what to bring to her party. "Don't worry," says Zelmiro the Ghost. "You surely must know, the best present to give a friend is the thing she would love the most." So instead of choosing just one gift, Señor Calavera chooses: Un Acordeón: An accordion for her to dance to. Bigotes: A mustache because she had none. Cosquillas: Tickles to make her laugh. Un Chiflido: A whistle he trapped in a bag. And so on. . . .

Are you a woman? If you are, have you been thinking about motherhood? If you have, you may be wondering whether or not you are ready to be a parent. While parenthood is occasionally unexpected, a large number of women and their partners plan and prepare for it.

Who says small town life can’t be exciting? Valerie couldn’t help falling in love with Alec. The two of them couldn’t be happier to be getting married, but as it becomes clear the wedding plans aren’t quite coming together, Valerie begins to panic that she might not get that summer wedding she was hoping for after all. Will her faith give her the strength to make her dreams come true? Olivia is longing for Memphis to propose, but months continue to pass, and he still hasn’t popped the question. Does her cowboy intend to make her his wife, or is Olivia mistaken? Erin is thrilled ...

It's Pea's birthday, and all the family are gathered around to celebrate. But there's one person missing - her dad. She has never known him, but is the story Mum always told her (the one about Dad being a pirate) really true? What is this mysterious Piratical Father doing now? So begins Pea's quest to track down her dad once and for all…

This is a story about how Kayleigh got a swing set for her birthday and she loved it so much!

This book explores stages of pregnancy, from getting pregnant to giving birth. It's a handy book for expectant mothers.

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for a celebration of everyone's special day. This wonderful audiobook from Eric Carle featuring all kinds of birthday surprises--from presents to balloons, and of course, cake--with The Very Hungry Caterpillar making an appearance alongside each one. This audiobook is the perfect birthday gift for listeners young and old.

Alicia no quiere saber de los problemas de sus papás. Allá ellos si no le dan importancia a su fiesta de cumpleaños. Ella se lo tomará en serio. Planeará el festejo como una profesional. Pero no contaba con que la piñata pasaría de ser un mero contenedor de dulces a una princesa mundialmente famosa. Como los adultos se lo toman muy a la ligera, Alicia tendrá que cuidar hasta el último detalle de su fiesta de cumpleaños.

Lucy is over-the-moon excited when her aunt gives her a card—the plastic kind!—for her birthday. She knows just what to spend it on. But using the card isn’t as easy as Lucy thought, and she leaves the store empty-handed. Can Lucy and her best friend, Julian, figure out how to fix her financial crisis?

A little English, a little Russian, and a lot of heart make a birthday celebration you won't want to miss! When Sara's grandma, Catherine the Great, suddenly announces, "This year for my birthday, I want no presents! I have music in my Russian bones, and laughing in my heart. I have the day and the night, and I have all of you," Sara is surprised. How can Grandma have a birthday party with no presents?" Her mama explains that a no present can be anything from a kiss or a hug to a game of gin rummy - as long as it comes from deep inside you.

On the night of a blue moon, a white stork arrives at the Smurf Village. Baby Smurf brings warmth and laughter to the village, but something unexpected is about to happen....

The gifts have been opened, the cake has been eaten, and the guests are heading home. As the moon rises and fireflies appear, Princess Emily and her hound dog Quinn settle down for a dreamless sleep. Listen as Emily recounts her special day with warmth and affection, and by the end, you will be lulled to a peaceful slumber.

Bisher unveröffentlichte Originalbeiträge von 20 international renommierten Autoren zum 60. Geburtstag des Deutschen Literaturpreises. Eine exklusive Anthologie der Preisträger und Nominierten über ein aktuelles Thema: Miteinander verschiedener Kulturen.

Neue Geschichten zum Jubiläum des Deutschen Jugendliteraturpreises! Autoren aus 5 Erdteilen zeigen anlässlich der 60. Verleihung, wofür der Deutsche Jugendliteraturpreis steht.

From author Luis Samways comes a harrowing memoir chronicling the traumatic birth of his son. Wife...Mother...Hero... is an emotional journey that explores the deepest depths of love, loss, and hope through the eyes of both Luis and his wife, Louise.

"Happy Heavenly Birthday, Daddy!" is a heartwarming storybook created to help young children honor and remember a deceased parent. Through the true story of Ava and Liah, who lost their Daddy and Granddaddy, Steve Mitchell, this book gently guides children through the journey of grief and memory. The narrative is crafted with sensitivity to help little ones understand and express their feelings about loss. This unique storytelling offers a tender way for children to celebrate and remember their beloved parent.

An original children's fairytale. Grandmother has a secret. Will Zoe find out what it is before her Blueberry Birthday? A fairy tale ghost story.

Halloween short book all about cupcakes and kids; birthday party ideas.

Elmer is not your normal grey elephant—his colourful exuberance cannot be contained for long! With his trademark cheeky humour, Elmer shows us that it’s OK to be different. This fourth audiobook collection features more of the bestselling Elmer picture books, including: Elmer and the Tune, Elmer and the Bedtime Story, Elmer and the Lost Treasure, Elmer’s Birthday, Elmer’s Walk, and Elmer and the Gift.

Archer wants a clown for his birthday, but his mom says, "NO WAY!" Because she thinks clowns are scary. Can Archer convince her that clowns are just ordinary people beneath their rainbow wigs, funny makeup, and baggy clothes. Many adults and children around the world suffer from Coulrophobia or "Clown-phobia". Clown-phobia is common and some even consider it to be one of the top common phobias.

It's night-time in the supermarket and the veggies are busy baking for a SUPER special someone's birthday. But can you guess who's going to try to ruin the surprise?! All is revealed in the explosively delicious new adventure in this beloved blockbuster series.