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Top 5 books every pregnant woman should read

During pregnancy, with all that love, care and affection from all corners, comes some unsolicited advice as well. Everyone you know will have a thing or two to say about pregnancy – what to eat, how to live, what to expect and what not to. But sadly, even though their intentions are genuine, their information is scarcely scientific nor is it safe. It’s always better to get the answers to all your queries from an authentic source. Wondering where to find such information? Shop for books. A good book can truly change your life and there’s no better time to seek that little extra help than now. So find out about the top five books on pregnancy that we recommend. These books will be your best companions and your guide to surviving the next nine months:
What to Expect When You’re Expecting

This book has always been a favorite with first-time mums. Many mothers and pregnant women swear by this book and consider it to be the ultimate pregnancy guide. Written by Heidi Murkoff and Sharon Mazel, this book touches every aspect of pregnancy. The tone is direct and friendly and most of the chapters are written in a question and answer format. The week-by-week pregnancy guide makes an interesting read for sure. Just grab the book to know about anything that you need answers to, if related to your pregnancy; your baby’s kick, the progress during a specific week, what to expect about your own sleep and how to prepare for the arduous labour hours.There are answers to everything that you can think of related to pregnancy. But the authors have also been honest about the complications, risks and other hitches and hurdles of pregnancy. Such direct and straightforward information can at times scare an expectant mum and raise her anxiety levels with even slight symptom changes. Nevertheless, the book delivers what it promises and tells you exactly what to expect during pregnancy in a candid fashion with the perfect blend of information and knowledge. Here are a few things that you should know about your baby’s kicks. 
Garbhasanskar in Pregnancy
All books on pregnancy can talk at lengths about the development of the baby, pregnancy symptoms, pregnancy progression, et al. But Garbhasanskar during Pregnancy approaches the entire subject differently giving it a traditional touch and assuring mothers and dads-to-be that pregnancy is a holistic process and not just a physiological one. Written by Dr Vikram shah, gynecologist and his wife Dr Geetanjali Shah a reputed pediatrician, the book talks about everything from conception to care for the newborn. The initial chapters also touch on the issue of infertility. However the USP of the book is that it talks more about garbhasanskar, the Indian tradition of getting connected with the unborn child by stimulating the baby’s five important senses, while in the womb. The authors believe that bonding with the baby starts right after conception and there should be constant engagement between the unborn baby and the parents to establish a bond. The book also speaks about traditions to be followed during pregnancy and provides a month-by-month guide to practise and follow the grabhasanskar techniques. Apart from that, it covers pregnancy diet plans in detail, the precautions to be taken during pregnancy, and how to handle your newborn. It has a complete guide on the right breathing practises during pregnancy and labour with quick ways and tips to counter labour pains. The only flipside is that the book is rather heavy and cannot be read on the go, which means that you will need to set time aside to read it at home. Nonetheless, it’s a must read for all Indian mothers. Here are four breathing exercises every pregnant woman should do. 
 I Am Pregnant, Not Terminally Ill, You Idiot!
After reading the title you might be a little skeptical to pick up the book. But if you do, you will know that you are up for the most honest, practical, witty, sarcastic (at times) and humorous account of pregnancy and what follows after. Author Lalita Iyer tells you exactly how people around you react (and change) when you break the news and what you have to go through during those nine months of your journey from belly to baby-bump. She talks from her own experience about how pregnancy changes life around you (whether you like it or not) and has some practical solutions to problems like ‘how to choose a nanny,’ ‘why feeding your baby is just not the right way to deal with breast engorgement,’ and more. She also tells you the truth about why people are so concerned about you when you walk up and down in front of them with that full-term big belly. There is more to their concerns than you realize but you just have to read the book to know that! Whether you are planning a baby or not, this book gives you a practical outlook on how pregnancy treats first-time mums (and dads) with its various highs and lows. You won’t feel sorry after grabbing a copy. Here are six causes that could lead to anemia during pregnancy. 
Pregnancy: What The Indian Woman Always Wanted To Ask But Was Afraid To Ask
While talking about pregnancy and childcare understand that there is only so much to talk about and discuss. But how you express yourself and what you have to offer makes all the difference. Nutan Pundit, who is a natural birth expert and author, has touched on the subject of labour in a very affirming manner. Instead of referring labour to pain, what is always being said, she explains the reasons and need for the same. To anyone with even the slightest understanding of pregnancy, labour just equals to unbearable pain. With her chapters on labour, Nutan explains that one should be more accepting towards it. Her book explains that  the ability to go through labour signifies the mother’s ability to deal with all that’s bestowed on her by Mother Nature. She gives tips to deal with the discomforts during those final hours apart from your diet, exercise and other important aspects of pregnancy. Here are top 10 foods that every pregnant woman should have during pregnancy. 
Passport to a healthy pregnancy
Dr Gita Arjun’s book tackles all the issues of pregnancy pertaining to the Indian woman and her health. It gives a detailed account of the progression of pregnancy and how to deal with its symptoms and demands. The glossy book also gives an insight into pregnancy diet, exercises and labour. She also discusses in depth the issues faced during late pregnancies and how to deal with them. Chapters on baby care post delivery are also informative and lucid. This book too deserves a place in your pregnancy library for sure. Here are seven tips to help you conceive a baby faster.