Discovering that you are about to become a mum is one of life's most joyful moments. This indispensable guide from Gina Ford and consultant obstetrician Dr Charlotte Chaliha provides mums-to-be with the practical, reassuring and down-to-earth advice they need for a calm and contented pregnancy. Includes:- a month by month guide to the growth of your baby and your changing body- up-to-date guidance on nutrition, exercise and health- advice on preparing your home and lifestyle for a new arrival- how to prepare yourself for labour and birth- what to expect in the first few weeks with your babyThe Contented Pregnancy is the essential guide to enjoying a relaxed pregnancy and giving your baby the very best start in life.

Everything you need to know about pregnancy and birth from the UK's no.1 parenting author

Discovering that you are about to become a mum is one of life's most joyful moments. This indispensable guide from Gina Ford and consultant obstetrician Dr Charlotte Chaliha provides mums-to-be with the practical, reassuring and down-to-earth advice they need for a calm and contented pregnancy. Includes:

-A month-by-month guide to your growing baby and your changing body

-Up-to-date guidance on nutrition, exercise and health

-Advice on preparing your home and lifestyle for a new arrival

-How to prepare yourself for labour and birth

-What to expect in the first weeks with your baby

The Contented Pregnancy is the essential guide to enjoying a relaxed pregnancy and giving your baby the very best start in life.

Gina Ford is Britain's bestselling childcare author and has written over twenty parenting books, including her bestselling The Contented Little Baby Book.

Dr Charlotte Chaliha is a consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at The Royal London and St Bartholomew's hospitals in London.