As a paediatric doctor, I thought I was fairly prepared for having a baby. However, there was so much more to learn. So I’ve rounded up my top 5 books that I love, and hope that every pregnant lady has an opportunity to read. When I choose a book, I’m looking for information to come from an expert. I check their qualifications so that I know that their advice is credible. My top 5 books are all written by experts, and share knowledge in a digestible format with lots of practical tips to help you during your pregnancy and beyond.
The Day-by-day Pregnancy Book, Dr Maggie Blott et al.
Written by a panel of experts, this book is really comprehensive, giving you a day to day update on your body and growing baby. There are lots of colour photos, and detailed information about pregnancy. Included are statistics most relevant to a UK audience. Also included is a section on the different stages of labour. This would make a perfect companion or even substitute to antenatal classes. It’s quite pricey, but an investment for your pregnancy.
