Pregnancy Relationships

From an expert counselor, a compassionate, comprehensive guide to healing, conception, and pregnancy after loss of a baby.

Dave Barry exposes natural childbirth for what it is: a pop phenomenon of the 1960's that, along with paisley bell-bottoms and creative sideburns, deserves a rest. His new book gives parents-to-be the hard facts they need. He examines the new federal law requiring prospective fathers to free themselves from their self-made macho prison - to laugh, cry, love and just generally behave like certified wimps.

I ran to the mountains to escape a past that could kill me. What I didn’t expect was to be taken in by three rugged, untamed men who make me feel safer—and more desired—than I ever thought possible. Max heals my broken body, Theo makes me laugh when I’m on the verge of breaking, and Harvey’s quiet strength keeps me grounded. They promise I’m safe here, but I’ve learned the hard way that promises can be shattered. When Jess staggered into our lives, I knew we couldn’t turn her away. She’s an omega in distress, and every instinct tells me to protect her, even if it means ...

I’ve always been drawn to the mysterious and the forgotten—old books, ancient stories, the stuff of myths. But I never imagined those tales could come to life. One moment, I was flipping through a dusty tome, and the next, I was pulled into a world of darkness. Malak, a demon bound by shadows, is now bound to me. He’s dangerous, powerful, and I can’t escape. Every moment with him pulls me deeper into his world, and the line between fear and desire blurs with every heartbeat. I need to get away… but part of me wonders if I even want to. Lily’s curiosity was her undoing. By ...

Hermione Winters is captain of her cheerleading team, and in tiny Palermo Heights, this doesn't mean what you think it means. At PHHS, the cheerleaders don't cheer for the sports teams; they are the sports team - the pride and joy of a tiny town. The team's summer training camp is Hermione's last and marks the beginning of the end of...she's not sure what. She does know this season could make her a legend. But during a camp party, someone slips something in her drink. And it all goes black.

I’ve been shoved into a hearse after delivering flowers to my hot, saucy neighbor, who also happens to be a Mafia hitman. My older captor, Frank, is my polar opposite. He has a sizzling body and a devilish smile that exudes a mysterious charm, igniting conflicting emotions within me. In a dimly lit church parking lot, I submit to my desires and let Frank explore every inch of me. He knows how to use his killer hands, and the chemistry between us is electrifying. Then, against my will, I’m forced into a fake marriage and ordered to undertake a dangerous assignment at a Mafia summit, or ...

I never imagined my passion for marine biology would lead me to this—a creature out of legend, half-man, half-monster, trapped in a cove no one else has ever seen. He's more than a discovery. He’s a mystery, an enigma that calls to me. But saving him might come with a cost I’m not prepared to pay. Am I ready to face the unknown for him? For centuries, I’ve been trapped, cursed to live in this form, cut off from the world. But then she came—a woman who stirs something in me that’s been dormant for far too long. She’s my chance at freedom, but she doesn’t know the price of ...

Did your partner just hit you with that big “p-word” and now you’re suddenly realizing you have no idea what you’re supposed to do about it? Are you excited and terrified at the same time and really thought you’d be more prepared for this than you currently feel? With the right awareness, a month-by-month guide to empower your choices, and some powerful insight into what is actually going on with your woman and developing child, you’ll soon find yourself knowing exactly what to do with these inevitable curveballs. You’re going to knock it out of the park, man!

Navigating a fake romance with my boss, who’s also my best friend’s brother and a past fling, gets way more complicated with the appearance of two little pink lines. As a seasoned public relations executive, I'm used to easily handling crises. But when my new boss walks into the office, my world turns upside down. It's Daniel, my best friend's brother and the man I shared a passionate night with seven years ago. I try to keep it professional, but every time our eyes meet, I feel the same intense chemistry as before. Despite my lingering resentment for how he treated me in the past, I ...

I thought a cruise was my escape—a chance to leave behind my mundane life. But I didn’t expect three alpha captains who would take one look at me and decide I was theirs. Now, I’m caught in a storm of dominance and desire, and there's no turning back. I just have to survive the voyage… if they’ll let me. They took one look at me, and I became their target. Now, I’m caught in their game of dominance and desire, and no matter how much I fight it, part of me craves it. But what they want is more than I ever bargained for. And in their world, resisting isn’t an option. I just have...

Rose had spent years running—from her nature, from her heat, from the dark instincts that clawed at her insides. But one invitation changed everything. The Valentine’s Ball wasn’t just a secret. It was a whispered promise, a forbidden world where omegas surrendered, and alphas claimed. And when Jaxon, Kane, and Damien set their sights on Rose, there was no escape. Jaxon, the wicked tease with a cruel smirk and a ruthless touch. Kane, the possessive beast who craved nothing more than to see her swollen with his child. Damien, the cold-blooded mastermind who orchestrated it all. She ...

Your first pregnancy is an exciting time in life! It can also be a bit terrifying. You have many questions and you don’t know what to expect. Questions like, how do you choose the right OB-GYN? What foods can you eat? What if I go into labor earlier? Every new parent goes through this. Some parents tuck these thoughts away but there’s a better way to get rid of the anxiety. You get informed. You make the choice to educate yourself about what you don’t know. It takes time and effort but it’s worth it. And that’s what this book will help you do.

Ava Delacroix didn’t have a plan—just a single, desperate goal. Run. For four days, she crossed the harsh Texas wilderness, fleeing the powerful alpha who wanted to claim her as his property. But when she stumbles onto a remote ranch, she finds something even more dangerous than the past chasing her. Three alphas. Max, the steady leader. Dylan, the charmer with a wicked streak. Chris, the silent protector with dark eyes and darker thoughts. They should send her away. But the second they catch her scent, they know she belongs to them. Ava doesn’t trust alphas. She doesn’t trust ...

You’re expecting your bundle of joy, and you want to make sure you’re giving your baby the best possible start, and there is so much information out there. Where do you begin?In this bundle, a modern guide to a healthy pregnancy, the author shares heartfelt advice and encouraging words, busts the many myths of pregnancy, gives you an in-depth nutrition plan, and helps you ensure a healthy pregnancy for you and your baby.

Learn from the author's experience how you can have a perfectly healthy pregnancy at the age of your choice. So, maybe, you're having those moments when you feel like...you're not too sure about having a kid early on, or you'd rather wait for the perfect time. Let me tell you: it's okay. It is perfectly okay to have a baby late, especially if you keep your health in check.

Momma's Baby Daddy's Maybe is an Essence best seller by popular author Jamise L. Dames. This steamy tale revolves around the lives of the three Jacobs siblings: wild Kennedy, corporate Simone, and handsome Derrick.

Virginia Euwer Wolff takes on the biggest questions about life and love, certainly, but also about girls and women, sacrifice and compassion and has something quite revelatory to say about them in this full house.

I’m pregnant by one man. And in love with another. I’m in ten kinds of trouble. I’ve always had a secret crush on Henry West. He’s my kinda guy. Tall. Big. Quiet. Gentle, but with muscles that tell you he could wrestle a bear for you if he had to. I met him when I was twenty-one, but he was engaged, and I was with Cam. So nothing has ever happened between us. Despite the fact that we work together. That when he thinks I’m not watching, he looks at me as if he’s picturing me naked. As if he’s debating what position to take me in. As if he’s thinking about how I might taste. ...

Have first-time dad jitters? Here’s how you can gain confidence and feel empowered to be the best partner and dad you can ever be.

Her baby was completely normal - overweight if anything, yet her breasts just couldn't seem to get the relief they needed from feeding him. Sometimes Karen felt as if she was going to burst at the seams. Lonely housewife Karen just can't seem to keep her hands off of her swollen, creamy breasts now that she's a new mama. Unfortunately, her prude of a husband wants no part in her X-rated, milky fantasies. When a hot young college stud shows up on her doorstep, Karen begins to suspect that her dreams may be coming true. Will this stud give Karen the release she's been craving, or will he be ...