Parenting Begins Before Conception

Prospective parents learn how they can lay the foundations for a healthy, happy family life even before their children are conceived. This guide shows parents how they can optimize children's physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Illustrations.

How does a mother's tone of voice affect her unborn child? What kind of music, if any, should a child be exposed to in the womb? Can parents influence the predispositions of their child to traits like depression, or something as elusive as basic goodness? Thanks to revolutionary discoveries in neuroscience and developmental psychology in recent years, says Dr. Thomas Verny, we now know more about these questions than ever. In Pre-Parenting, Dr. Verny translates this research into practical advice for parents and parents-to-be. Pre-Parenting explains how even the most ordinary events can evoke a cascade of biological changes in a baby -- not only in the brain but also in the immune system and throughout the body. Every experience, from a baby's trip down the birth canal to the way she is held or spoken to, can shape her health and personality. An internationally recognized expert in early human development, Dr. Verny shows parents how to use this new information to create an ideal environment for their babies, enhance their babies' intelligence and social skills, and become better parents through "conscious parenting." Insightful and encouraging, Pre-Parenting is an invaluable guide for parents who want to help actualize their child's full potential, beginning with conception.

Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn is one of the bestselling and most comprehensive books about pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care on the market. Now completely updated, expanded, and redesigned, this authoritative book is the “bible” for expectant parents and childbirth educators. Here is a free sample chapter for you! In this chapter, "Preconception: Improve Your Health and Enhance Fertility", you’ll learn about: • Emotional wellness • Health • Health care • Hazards • Enhancing fertility and the odds of conception • Concerns about infertility • Planning ahead: maternity care choices If you like this sample chapter, look for Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn. The Award-Winning Resource Recommended by Experts & Loved by Parents Parents love this book because it puts them in control by explaining a wide range of options, information, and questions to ask, so parents can find what works best for their health situation, personal goals, and priorities. Experts love this book because it’s based on the latest medical research and recommendations from leading health organizations. It’s practical—rooted in the real-life experiences of new families. The five authors bring a combined total of 150 years of experience working with expectant and new families as educators, nurses, counselors, doulas, physical therapists, and lactation consultants. They have attended hundreds of births, heard thousands of birth stories, and assisted innumerable new parents in adapting to their new lives. Not only that, the authors have a combined total of 12 children and 12 grandchildren. All of this experience allows them to write with compassion, understanding, and wisdom based on what really works in the real-world of parenting. The companion website offers even more details on select subjects, including lists of all the best resources on each topic and worksheets to guide parents’ decision-making process. The website also includes a bonus chapter on pre-conception, which provides ways to improve your health and fertility before pregnancy begins.

Nirvana Fetal Touch Psychology is an inspiring and ground breaking book. Sharon brings to light that, to stem the tide of mental, emotional, physical dis-ease and behavioral issues in our young children, we need to look to the very foundation of conception, pregnancy and parenting, from soul to cell. She guides us through the understanding that parenting begins before conception. Sharon Hayward BA, BEHP, ADC, IFM guides parents to evolve their understanding of the foundation of conception and parenting. Because parents literally hold their child's welfare and brain development and behavior in our own mind and subconscious. We need to heal our self so we can birth the next generation in light and love.Sharon explores how our own wounded inner child can affect our child even before they are born. Weaving together modern pre-conception and prenatal healthy knowledge with Divine wisdom, the author guides parents through a unique holistic program designed to prepare them for the major transition of parenthood. This book is not just another parenting book. It is not about preaching or telling you what to do or not do. It is about giving you the information and you decide what sort of parents you want to be and what you think your children deserve. This book is all about - THE CORE TRUTH.

Many newly pregnant women believe mothering begins after the baby is born. As a result, their pregnancy is spent preparing the baby's room, buying a crib, and even attending childbirth classes. All of these activities are valuable and help to prepare for this new life, but what about before the baby is born? The Wonder Within You takes you on a journey that weaves scientific studies, dozens of interviews with mothers, and storytelling into a fascinating account of life inside the womb. An obstetrician loads each chapter with advice. A sonographer gives incredible 3 and 4-D snapshots (available online) and stories from her 25 years of watching babies grow in utero. Each chapter includes week-by-week developmental information, findings from recent neonatal studies, and even nutritional advice all designed to nurture a healthy baby. The Wonder Within You also serves as a weekly journal for expectant mothers to chronicle her own baby's journey to life outside the womb. It's a keepsake baby book that begins before birth. The Wonder Within You will help moms meet the real needs of the growing pre-born baby. Sonograms, dietary and medical advice, and stories from experienced moms are combined to encourage 40 weeks of prenatal parenting designed with a joy for the journey in mind.

Steeped in the Buddhist traditions of wisdom, compassion, and the interconnectedness of all things, Tibetan childrearing practices are a refreshing new way to prepare for and raise children. This book provides a practical introduction to these practices and an integrated system of childcare that incorporates body, emotions, mind, spirit, relationships, and environment. Authors Anne Hubbell Maiden and Edie Farwell cover all aspects of traditional Tibetan parenting from conception onwards, both exploring ancient techniques and reinterpreting them for a modern audience. Far more than just a parenting guide, the book is a fascinating look into an intimate and revered part of Tibetan culture. It makes a welcome addition to the library of newlyweds, expectant parents, and parents with children of all ages who are interested in a practical approach to parenthood that recognizes community and everyone's responsibility to both self and planet.

This book is a comprehensive guidebook to help expecting fathers get a head start on fatherhood and become the best support to their partner they can be during pregnancy and early babyhood. Pregnancy takes a long time; why not spend it preparing for the joyous emotional roller coaster ahead? Fatherhood Begins Before Birth contains forty short chapters to help men fully prepare for fatherhood, all while getting closer to their partner, themselves, and their baby. This book makes the perfect starting place for any new or expecting father who wants to be a "21st Century Dad." Some of the highlights are: 1. Read about pregnancy from a male perspective and how you can get involved. 2. Learn about a few new trends in pregnancy, fatherhood, and parenting. 3. Read just a page or two each week during the forty weeks of the pregnancy or just get it over with and read the whole book in an hour. 4. Learn what a dad learned from attending a mommy group for a year. 5. Get warnings about pot holes coming your way and learn strategies to avoid them. 6. Find out about perinatal depression and postpartum depression and how to recognize them. This information saves lives but most men never learn about them. In summary, if you feel like youl have to read a pregnancy book, then why not read the one that's the shortest and written for men? Jarrod L'Estrange, founder of SuperDads Online (a former a natural body builder and current ninja warrior), wrote the forward: "Congratulations! You are about to embark on one of the most rewarding journeys of your life - fatherhood. As a devoted Dad to three young girls, my wife's first pregnancy, birth experience, and our transition into parenthood stand as the most exciting yet challenging time in my life. I'm sure in years to come you'll also reflect back on the myriad of monumental lessons and heart melting moments the next few years will hold with the same hard fought wisdom and fondness. You may have many questions right now. How can I best support my partner through the pregnancy? How will my lifestyle change after the birth? How will my relationships with my partner, family and friends be altered by this new addition to our family? Am I going to be a great Dad I want you to start by cementing one core belief into your psyche - a useful belief to always hold true... There has never been a better time to be a Dad! Why? Because we live in an era where there is more information available for Dads than ever before. There are more opportunities for Dads to learn and gain support on how to not just survive, but THRIVE as a parent, well before their first child's birth. And Fatherhood Begins Before Birth by Dr. Chris Celio is one of them. What you are about to discover in this book are 40 weeks of useful tips that experienced Dads like me would love to have had access to. You'll find that Chris has taken the time to fill these pages with his own hard fought lessons and subsequent wisdom he wishes to pass on to the next generation of Dads like you. So for this, I say thank you Chris! Because one thing I'm fully committed to providing our world is access to the education, accountability, and support Dads need to become the great role model their kids need. And this for me means giving Dads the ability to study what they didn't teach us in high school - communication, parenting, and relationship skills. What you're about to find is that although parenting can be simple, it's not easy since we often over-complicate it because we haven't built a solid foundation. Reading this book will help you to build that solid foundation - and that's wise."

Why Trusting Your Natural Parenting Instinct Could Harm Your Baby. From the beginning of human existence and hundreds of years forward, people have been able to successfully care for their babies without the help of countless parenting books or quick searches on Google. What has changed since then that has made us chronic worriers, unable to trust our innate abilities? Society. We feel the pressure of our fast-paced world closing in on us, wanting to deliver the high expectations we set for ourselves as a result. This causes us stress, fear, and worry, so much to the point where it clouds our own judgment. Although there's nothing that can be done about how quickly modern-life evolves, you can ease your troubles and worries by doing what's best for you in times of expecting a little one: Fill your head with the essential knowledge to simplify the process and take the guesswork out of parenthood. In Smooth Transition to Parenthood for First-Time Mothers and Fathers, you will discover: What changes you can expect both mentally and physically before and after the baby is born, yet how you can adjust to them accordingly without compromising your relationship The key aspect to keep in mind before returning to work, especially if time-management is a major concern of yours How to utilize the best postnatal exercises to keep your body fit, in shape, and back to how it used to be before pregnancy The #1 mistake mothers make when it comes to nutrition that only ends up delaying the recovery process, and what you should be focusing on instead How to lose the baby weight naturally yet effectively, and make sure it stays off in the long run The top factors to consider before deciding whether or not (or when) to have a second child, allowing you to avoid running into hardships further down the line How to rebuild intimacy with your partner once the baby is born and see past any barriers that may be causing tension in the relationship And much more. You're not alone--nearly all first-time parents have endless worries and questions before, during, and after birth. The difference, however, between stressful parenthood and one where you can actually take a moment to recollect your thoughts, is the quality of information and advice you receive. Although you may feel overwhelmed or as if you won't be a good parent, it's important to relax and view everything as a learning process. Parenting isn't about being perfect, but rather it's about exploring a new world and getting comfortable with the incredible changes that coincide with it, both inside and out. Nothing compares to the feeling you get when you hold your son or daughter for the first time and look into their eyes. In that moment, all you want to do is give them the world. Stop wasting your energy on worries, and start fueling your baby with the love and nurturing they need to grow into happy, healthy, confident children. If you want to get rid of your nagging worries and discover how to ease the transition into parenthood, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.