The New Mum's Notebook a sanity-saving journal; a companion to reassure the sleepless and unsure - this is every new mum's best friend. 'You've created the book that we all wish we'd had.' Clemmie, mum of two What do new mums want most of all (apart from sleep)? They want someone to tell them what they're feeling is 'normal.' That they're doing ok. That THEY will be ok. The New Mum's Notebook does all of this, and more. Amy Ransom, mum of three, is the writer of the Surviving Motherhood blog. She believes that no new mum should feel lost or overwhelmed. So she wrote The New Mum's Notebook to help each one navigate the first year of life with a baby, however she chooses to raise them. Here are 304 pages of reassurance, love and advice to support, inspire and entertain - whether it's baby number one or number five that's just arrived. Divided into the first 12 months of motherhood, there are also spaces to scribble everything down and to keep thoughts, feelings and memories from those crazy early days. From night feeds, napping and weaning; to which films to cue up on Netflix, finding some headspace and getting all the support, coffee and cake you need, Amy has been there - and this is the book she wishes she'd had by her side. She also knows - like the army of mums who have gone before - that it will get easier and that one day soon sleep and sanity will come again. Promise. 'This book has reduced me to tears with its honesty and kindness. It reminds me I'm not alone.' Victoria, mum of two 'I've had loads of baby record books and never ever filled one in. This book feels so different. I love it.' Annabel, mum of five - Perfect for expectant mothers and new mums - 304 gorgeous colour pages including lots of reassurance, self-care advice, journal pages, affirmations and simple recipes - Divided into 12 months to address each stage of a new mum and baby's first year - Eight journal pages per month with space to write notes, thoughts, memories and all those 'to-dos' - 12 months of milestone charts for mum and baby

'This is a fab book. Really recommend it!' Mrs Hinch Read this book for an instant pick-me-up. Whether this is your first or fifth baby, The Little Book of Self-Care for New Mums is your handy survival guide to managing the emotional and physical rollercoaster of becoming a new mum. Bringing together decades of experience from a midwife and a doula, you'll find invaluable tips and tricks to boost confidence and calm frazzled nerves - plus answers to all those questions you may be too embarrassed to ask. From creating cooling breast pads with chamomile tea and quick stretches to relieve aching muscles, through to easy recipes to nourish your postnatal body and 5-minute fixes to restore your sense of humour, this is the book you can turn to when the overwhelm sets in. Beautifully illustrated in full-colour, it covers everything you need to know about the postnatal period to feel supported, empowered and understood.

While some people look back on school as the 'best days of your life', for others the experience can be unpleasant and gruelling. Learning without School is a practical handbook for parents who want to educate their children at home but are unsure that they have the skills and know-how required to give their child the best education possible. This book explains what home education is; the advantages and disadvantages of choosing this route; how to begin home educating; what you need to do and how to help your child adjust; and how home education affects children's social skills and friendships. It also covers technical aspects, such as the curriculum, core subjects, exams and timetables. Ross Mountney also considers children with 'learning difficulties' or 'special needs' and how to approach home education differently for this group of children. Each chapter contains a summary of key points, useful websites, hints and tips and real-life case studies. This practical guide offers indispensible support for parents who are considering home education for their child, and includes a broad philosophy of education that will interest all parents and professionals involved in education and child welfare.

*'The Republic of Motherhood' Winner of the Forward Prize for Best Single Poem* ‘I crossed the border into the Republic of Motherhood and found it a queendom, a wild queendom.’ In this bold and resonant gathering of poems, Liz Berry turns her distinctive voice to the transformative experience of new motherhood. Her poems sing the body electric, from the joy and anguish of becoming a mother, through its darkest hours to its brightest days. With honesty and unabashed beauty, they bear witness to that most tender of times – when a new life arrives, and everything changes.

A mother and child share so much together--countless milestones, simple joys, unexpected challenges, and all the little surprising moments in between. This five-year journal will help you capture it all--simply turn to today's date and take a few moments to answer the question at the top of the page. As the journal fills, it will become a loving record and cherished family keepsake.

Whilst a newborn brings so much joy ... it is no secret that a Mumma's life becomes a surreal hybrid of wild wonder & WTF! moments. Looking down at your tired body to think, "What on earth happened here? Is this normal? Why do my boobs look so angry? Do maternity pads come in any size other than Extreme, Colossal & Boat?" Whether it's going to the loo for the first time, dealing with the loss of bladder control, managing leaking boobs that look scarily like a botched pair of implants, fearing the act of s-e-x, dealing with an upsetting diagnosis, or coping with boredom & gut wrenching guilt ... AFTERWARDS dives into the many unfamiliar pockets of life post birth. With a wonderful & highly qualified team of experts in women's health, midwifery, skincare, sexology and more ... AFTERWARDS is a gentle exploration, a warm and word driven friend & a safe place for any and all new Mums to nestle into when they're feeling the feels of the postpartum existence.

THE BELOVED INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER A gift book for your mother, a lifetime of precious memories for you Mum, Tell Me is a gift book that gives you the chance to ask your mother all those questions you'd always wondered about, and plenty you hadn't. Questions like - What did you want to be when you grew up? - Did you ever have your heart broken? - What is one of the most beautiful or special things you've achieved in life? - How did motherhood change you? Once she's answered them, she gives the book back to you. And you'll be left with a lasting chronicle of your mum's memories, dreams, wishes and stories; a personal keepsake to treasure.

The end of a relationship doesn't have to mean despair. Discover how to move past separation and embrace independence, positivity, authenticity and new beginnings. In eight parts and 111 accessible learnings, The Soul-Soaring Virtues of Separation combines the Law of Attraction - the idea that we can attract positivity into our lives - and self-help with Amy's own experience to help you find your way back home to you. The Soul-Soaring Virtues of Separation will share how separation can be the enabler to help you live an authentic and joyful life. This book is for you if you're in a place of limbo on the brink of separation, you've just separated, you're divorced and struggling to move forwards, or you're experiencing your first heartbreak after losing the love of your life. It will walk you through the eight stages that are present in separation - Assertiveness, Motivation, Insight, Self-Expression, Uniqueness, Independence, Awakening and New Beginnings. Separation, in its many forms, is a heady mix of conflicting emotions, often hitting all at once - but everyone can learn to fly and somedays your soul will soar higher than it ever has before.

Reframe the narrative that a breakup is the end of something - and instead, view it as the start of your journey to self-realization. The end of a relationship doesn't have to mean despair. Discover how to move past separation and embrace independence, positivity, authenticity and new beginnings. In eight parts and 111 accessible learnings, The Soul-Soaring Virtues of Separation combines the Law of Attraction - the idea that we can attract positivity into our lives - and self-help with Amy's own experience to help you find your way back home to you. The Soul-Soaring Virtues of Separation will share how separation can be the enabler to help you live an authentic and joyful life. This book is for you if you're in a place of limbo on the brink of separation, you've just separated, you're divorced and struggling to move forwards, or you're experiencing your first heartbreak after losing the love of your life. It will walk you through the eight stages that are present in separation - Assertiveness, Motivation, Insight, Self-Expression, Uniqueness, Independence, Awakening and New Beginnings. Separation, in its many forms, is a heady mix of conflicting emotions, often hitting all at once - but everyone can learn to fly and one day your soul will soar higher than it ever has before.

The ultimate holistic fitness guide for new mums, including a gentle 12-week Baby Steps Body Plan, 75 nutritious and simple recipes, and tips on self-care. 'I assure you that the phrase "snapping back" does not appear within these pages in anything other than an angry way! Instead, this is a "feel stronger, healthier and more confident" plan.' The Ultimate Body Plan for New Mums is the second fitness and recipe book from actress, presenter and fitness guru Gemma Atkinson. Based on her own experiences, Gemma wants to help other new mums ease their way back into exercise and nourish themselves with the right kinds of food. This is not about weight loss or dieting, or unachievable workout routines. Instead, it's a book that keeps things real, with a focus on safe post-natal exercises that have been divided into those you can do at home and those you can use to build your confidence when returning to the gym. These exercises form the 12-week Baby Steps Body Plan, which can be started six weeks after giving birth. Along with 75 nutritious and simple recipes, perfect for fitting around a newborn baby's routine, the book will also include self-care advice for being kind to yourself during those early weeks and months of getting used to being a new mum. Gemma will share her own experiences of giving birth and caring for her new baby, including the impact on both her body and her mental health. Crucially, she didn't put herself under any pressure to lose weight or to follow a diet regime after giving birth to her daughter; instead, she gave herself time to find her way back to herself, through carefully structured post-natal fitness routines and eating well - and now she wants to help other new mums to do the same. Alongside the recipes and fitness plan, Gemma will also share the secrets behind her seemingly boundless energy and positivity!