# Must Have Pregnancy Books

- Link: https://stayathomemum.com.au/family/pregnancy/must-have-pregnancy-books/
- Published: 2014-08-02T06:00:28+10:00
- Author: Clare Whitfield

Just about every mother has their ‘must have’�[pregnancy](https://stayathomemum.com.au/my-kids/babies/ways-to-save-for-a-new-baby/)
books, that are like a pre and post natal bible to them. We think that during pregnancy,
there are three essentials�that all women will need number one, an excellent partner
who will provide endless back rubs and late night runs to the supermarket; number
two a 9 month’s supply of Gaviscon/Quikeze, Metamucil and chocolate; and three a
pregnancy book.

Although you can never get enough knowledge, purchasing more than a couple of pregnancy
books may leave you with information overload. It’s best to look for a book on pregnancy
that will match your reading expectations. Whether this is a reference book, a visual
manual or a light hearted read,�we’ve�got the�best selling�books about pregnancy
covered:

## 󠀁[**The Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy**](http://www.bookworld.com.au/book/mayo-clinic-guide-to-a-healthy-pregnancy/23979625/)󠁿, by the Mayo Clinic

If you’re looking for a precise reference guide then the reputable Mayo Clinic is
the place to go. It is written in professional, no nonsense language and gets right
down to the business of being pregnant. Parent’s looking for the medical�facts and
nothing more will love The Mayo Guide.

## **The New Pregnancy Bible: The Experts�Guide to Pregnancy and Early Parenthood**,by Joanne Stone

One of the best things about _The New Pregnancy Bible_ is that the illustrations
and graphics surpass most other books on the market. Recently revised and updated,
�_The New Pregnancy Bible_ can offer you a more visual look into pregnancy (if that’s
what you’re into!) as well as the pregnancy information and organization you’d expect.

## 󠀁[**Fearless Pregnancy: Wisdom and Reassurance from a Doctor, a Midwife and a Mom**](http://www.bookworld.com.au/book/fearless-pregnancy-wisdom-reassurance-from-a-doctor-a-midwife-a-mum/36687930/)󠁿 by Victoria Clayton, Stuart Fischbein and Joyce Weckl

A little nervous about your pregnancy? Then this is the book for you. _Fearless 
Pregnancy_ offers a peaceful read that can ease your worries that many other pregnancy
books will only heighten. You will be left feeling comforted and relaxed about your
pregnancy after reading this one.⌊Must have pregnancy books | stay at home mum⌉

## **The Mother of All Pregnancy Books** by Ann Douglas_

Readers�will know as soon as they pick up this text book that you are in for a long
read. For the mother-to-be looking for the comprehensive and well-indexed approach
to pregnancy and early parenthood, this is the best pregnancy book for you.

## 󠀁[**What to Expect When You’re Expecting **](http://www.bookworld.com.au/book/what-to-expect-when-youre-expecting/3438809/)󠁿by Heidi Murkoff

Considered to be every woman’s pregnancy manual, _What to Expect_ is great for those
who want something they can flip through on a daily/weekly/basis without being too
confronted with information or medical jargon. The real life pregnancy questions
and the tone will satisfy all your reading needs.

## **󠀁[Up The Duff](http://www.bookworld.com.au/book/up-the-duff-the-real-guide-to-pregnancy/567038/)󠁿** by Kaz Cooke

Hilariously delightful, Kaz Cooke documents a pregnancy in this journal-style book,
with plenty of information, tips and progress indicators along the way. The best
thing about this book is, it’s Australian!�No bossy-boots rules, just lots of cartoons
and everything you need to know about the scary parts, the funny parts and your 
private parts.�

## 󠀁[**Belly Laughs: The Naked Truth about Pregnancy and Childhood**](http://www.bookworld.com.au/book/belly-laughs-the-naked-truth-about-pregnancy-and-childbirth/43116666/)󠁿, by Jenny McCarthy

The books is short and not-so-sweet for those with a darker sense of humour.� Although
there are several clich�s and the humour can be described as nothing but crude, 
it is still a fun way to spend a couple of hours. Grab _Belly Laughs_ from a friend
and indulge in a warm bath and some giggles.

# **A final tip on purchasing pregnancy books**

Check out the bundle packages offered through online sites which can provide you
with a pregnancy book, baby name book and sleeping guide for a fraction of the price.
Furthermore, many Facebook, Gumtree and eBay sellers will offer cheap second hand
versions of these loved books. �While a pregnancy guide is a must-have for most 
parents to be, especially if you don’t want to rely on the internet forums for advice,
you don’t want to spend too much, especially with all the other purchases coming
up.

What was your go-to pregnancy bible? Did you have the same book for all your pregnancies?

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 Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical
home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney,
she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school 
age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience
in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work.

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