Child Birth

It’s nearly Katie’s birthday, and she learns she will be getting a special present. She’s too excited to wait patiently for the gift to arrive, so she decides to investigate ahead of time. The clues might lead her to her present, but is it better to let this mystery go unsolved?

The second edition of this pathbreaking, widely taught book offers five new chapters, on breastfeeding and Black infant health; Black birthing during COVID; Black doulas rethinking birthing practices; the recent buildup of a US national movement; and expanding the global movement for sexual and reproductive wellbeing. Other chapters are updated throughout. Birthing Justice puts black women's voices at the center of the debate on what should be done to fix the broken maternal care system.

Ethan and Daisy have faced unimaginable battles. After facing trauma and loss, the couple has emerged stronger with love at the center of their world, however Fate isn’t finished with them yet. A new battle awaits, and it involves their unborn child. Can they handle a challenge that they never saw coming? * * * This is a short story set in the Healing Hearts Sweet Romance series and does not stand alone. It should be read after Remember Hope and is a little bit of emotional tenderness dealing with pregnancy, childbirth, and that precious time that follows for the Minter family.

Janner, Tink and Leeli Igiby, the Lost Jewels of Anniera, are hiding from Gnag the Nameless in the Green Hollows, one of the few places in the land of Aerwiar not overrun by the Fangs of Dang. But there's a big problem. Janner's little brother - heir to the throne of Anniera - has grown a tail. And gray fur. Not to mention two pointed ears and long, dangerous fangs. To the suspicious folk of the Green Hollows, he looks like a monster.

Princess Bella loves shapes. For her birthday, the cook uses all kinds of shapes to make a very special cake. How many shapes can you find in Princess Bella’s cake?

With bombs bursting overhead, a tattered flag flying... Listeners go above deck with Francis Scott Key and witness the birth of the U.S. national anthem during the War of 1812.

So, it’s your first pregnancy? You might feel a little anxious. Worried. Wound up? There’re a million things you don’t know, and even more things you would never think of. Wouldn’t it be nice if someone gave you the secrets to make life easier during pregnancy? If you could just listen to a book. Pick up the best tips, tricks, and advice to ease away the worries. Get all the best information in a single resource. Information like, what not to buy so you can save money on the essentials.

Now presenting seven Scaredy Squirrel adventures in one audiobook collection!

It's Peppa Pig's birthday! Peppa invites her friends to a very special birthday party, complete with a magic show by The Amazing Mysterio -- also known as Daddy Pig. Find out what birthday surprises are in store for Peppa! Based on the hit TV show on Nick Jr.!

Maryellen is in charge of planning her tenth birthday, designing a flying machine, and—most important of all—taking care of the family dog, Scooter, on a camping trip. One night, while she’s holding down the fort, Scooter disappears. Maryellen is desperate to find him before the others return, so she and her bossy big sister, Joan, set off to search the woods. Suddenly, Joan disappears. Now Maryellen’s really in charge, whether she wants to be or not! Can she find Scooter, rescue her sister, and figure out how to make something fly—all in one night?

Birthdays are full of streamers, balloons, and presents. Get ready to celebrate in C Is for Cake!

Here we go... let's see if the grounded Earth signs will cooperate and help Wheel & the others complete the adventure, but it won't end here! More stories to come as the signs work together to keep the wheel going. Now they must set out to look for a place to stay, when they learn about the twelve houses.

One of the kids in Room 3B is breaking the rules - and this time, it's not Horrible Harry! There is a sub in Room 3B for the day, and all she cares about is following the rules. So when Harry gets caught playing with the origami pig Song Lee has made for her grandmother, the strict teacher puts the pig straight into the June Box - a "jail" where toys are held captive until the end of the school year. Desperate to rescue her pig, Song Lee does something unthinkable. And both she and Harry end up facing the consequences.

"Meet me in the graveyard. Come noon tomorrow." Your father's car pulls up to your mailbox in a driving rainstorm. Your dead father's car. Someone – or something – reaches out and leaves a note, inviting you to the cemetery for a graveside chat. Would you go? Stan Jackson figures he has no choice. It could be a cruel hoax, but he's willing to take a chance, if it means having one last talk, The Talk We Never Had, with his father, Horton Jackson, who committed suicide some 35 years ago. Has Horton found a way to come back from the great beyond to save his son? Will he be in time, or is ...

Cooper, his sister Sprinkles, and their two hamster pals, Fred and Larry, are always up for an adventure! But when the gang heads to the playground, they encounter a big challenge—a bully who’s picking on a small kitten. With Sprinkles’ cleverness and bravery, they teach the importance of friendship. After all the excitement, there’s an even bigger surprise waiting for Cooper at home: a birthday party full of laughter, treats, and fun! Packed with humor and fun, Cooper's Big Day is an enjoyable story that teaches kids about friendship, courage, and celebrating the joys of being ...

Should you really read to your baby? Can teaching a baby sign language boost IQ? Should you pipe classical music into the nursery? Dr. Jill Stamm translates the latest neuroscience findings into clear explanations and practical suggestions, demonstrating the importance of the simple ways you interact with your child every day. It isn't the right edutainment that nurtures an infant's brain. It is as simple as attention, bonding, and communication, and it's within every parent's ability to provide.

En este manual para las futuras madres se habla de los nueve meses de embarazo, el parto y el posparto desde la evidencia científica y, a la vez, con una perspectiva absolutamente respetuosa con el bebé y la mamá, escuchando sus necesidades, resolviendo dudas y abarcando todas las opciones sin tendencias, para dar tranquilidad, serenidad y confianza. Cada mujer debe escoger qué es lo mejor para ella y su bebé.

High graphical childrens story about Custard the dragon and his VERY unusual birthday party. Custard (and Blink the parrot) is joined by his cousin Custard, and tempted by cheese and cucumber sandwiches there appears Willow the witch and Camelot the wizard. And then Gobble the goblin with his lucky stone, who gatecrashed the party and there is a recipe for ... well ... disaster, fun and new found friendship.

It's Karen's birthday! She can't wait for all those presents. Karen is even having two parties—one at Daddy's house and one at Mommy's. But what Karen really wants for her birthday is one party, with her whole family together. Will Karen's birthday wish come true?

John's birthday party; his dad bought him a new game and a laptop to celebrate his 10th birthday. John was excited; he was the only male child among three females and the firstborn. (Jane, Janet, and Juliet). John was tall, massive, and had dark hair just like his dad, reason why his dad loved him so much.