Postcards from the Bump: A Chick's Guide to Getting to Know the Baby in Your Belly

by Ame Mahler Beanland, Emily Miles Terry

Despite the abundance of parenting primers, no single book helped expectant parents focus on a key player in the process—the developing baby itself—until now. Postcards from the Bump teaches parents to recognize the many cues babies give about their burgeoning personalities and what they’ll be like once they’ve entered the world.Here are true stories from moms, helpful tips, and how-to’s—from dressing your bump to planning a “babymoon” to learning what those cravings mean—as well as simple, indulgent recipes like “Gingerbread Patty Cakes” and “Dark Cluster Love Bars.” The perfect gift for the mommy-to-be, Postcards from the Bump takes the focus off the hardships, fears, and pounds of pregnancy and places it firmly on the babies.

208 pages, Paperback

First published April 13, 2009

Reviews

[Kristin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I started this when I was pregnant with my first and although its been over 3 years (I finished it awhile ago), I didn't want to count it as done until I had added some personal touches- I colored the pictures since it's not a color book. It's a keepsake book for your child, as you write your experiences while pregnant in it. I think it's just lovely and adorable and highly recommend it for anyone expecting!

[Jen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Borrowed from a friend a few years ago when we began this attempted parenthood journey, and stuffed deep in a box when things didn't go well. Brought out again this summer, and read preciously and hopefully waiting for a little one to arrive, at last.

Everything from anecdotes to jokes to recipes, this is a lighthearted approach to pregnancy. So cheery.

[Shannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very positive, not very medical - a great compliment/antidote to the other baby books.