*Disclaimer: These books are about YOU and how to actually enjoy and be prepared for the journey ahead. After all, we can all follow along with the "What to Expect When You're Expecting" app to peek into the womb and learn what's going on in there each week (I know I did), but what the heck is happening to YOU during & after pregnancy? You know, when you're new life starts!
Here are the three 'must-reads' to set yourself up for the best first year into motherhood so you can actually enjoy this new life rather than just survive it.
1. The Fab Mom's Guide.
Why this is a must-read, in 10 words.... Gives you permission to do what YOU need to Do!
She's non-judgmental, and tells it like it is. You've got an instant bestie along for the ride when you read this one. I read this during the first few weeks postpartum and which I had read it sooner!
2. Bringing Up BeBe
The author gives you direct actionable steps to take to sleep through the night earlier and raise a toddler you can take out to eat who wont completely stress you out.
Thanks to this book, we had Olivia sleeping through the night by 3 months old and never had to sleep train.
3. The Third Option
Dreading going back to the 40+ hour a week job because you know you're going to miss out on the majority of your new little baby's life?
Have no fear, The Third Option is here! It's not just "stay home with baby" or "go back to work and miss everything". You'll have an entirely new perspective when it comes to "having it all"! You can do everything you want, it may just take a few modifications. Learn how to talk to your boss and partner about needing a third option.
Have any other books that you really love? Let me know! I'd love to see what they are! Maybe you've already read one or three of these?! Share what was a gold nugget for you. Comment Below.