A selection of rhymes, songs and stories to use in play with babies, new to two years of age. All of the activities and tips for using them show parents and caregivers how to play with their babies in ways that will promote their language, social, emotional, and intellectual development. And it's fun for both parent and child.
Lena, once a charmed little girl with psychic powers, becomes more haunted as she grows older. She has her family's love, but knows she has to make her own uncertain way.
With its magical legends and musical language, Ireland has captured the hearts and imaginations of the entire world. Whether you can claim the Emerald Isle as your ancestral home, or are simply drawn to the lilt of the language, this one-of-a-kind baby name book will help you select from a unique and comprehensive list of rich and beautiful Irish names. With hundreds of choices—from the ancient to the modern, from the most popular to the most rare—you can find the perfect name for your baby, one that will have lasting meaning for your child’s lifetime.
From the bloating to the belching to the Baby Story marathons that might just drive you crazy, prime-time star and new mom Tia Mowry delivers the lowdown in a frank, hilarious guide to modern pregnancy. Tia Mowry’s 800,000+ Twitter followers know that she tells it like it is. Now, in a pregnancy guide like no other, Tia leaves no topic off-limits while helping expectant moms stay empowered, pampered, and laughing out loud. From sex during the third trimester to pimped-out strollers, Oh, Baby! reveals what to really expect on that nine-month road to the delivery room. Sharing her personal experience with cravings (she couldn’t have done it without sourdough bread and Funyuns); maternity clothes (Tia prefers black, with sequins); panty liners (memorize that aisle at the drugstore); vagina exercises (just say No!); and hiding your bump from your coworkers (tricky for Tia, since her character on The Game was in lingerie half the time), the maternity maven also discusses Ask the OB Q&A’s she posed to her own ob-gyn, along with dozens of tried-and-true tips for combating morning sickness, fear, and everything else that might overshadow a radiant glow. From the time she started showing to the moment she welcomed her new baby boy, Cree Taylor, into the world, Tia was in the spotlight, from Access Hollywood to every glossy magazine and countless online sites. Yet she stayed down-to-earth throughout it all. Keeping it real, Oh, Baby! helps every mommy-to-be stay stylish, maintain her dignity, and trust her gut (no matter how big it gets).
Maybe My Baby For babies who are fascinated by faces of other babies, here is a love poem from parent to child perfect for sharing.Dancer, astronaut, builder, athlete—what will baby grow up to be? Here is a love poem from parent to child, illustrated in a way that babies love—with funny photos of other babies. Irene O’Book is a poet and artist. This is her first book for children. She lives in Garrison, NY. Dancer, astronaut, builder, athlete—what will baby grow up to be? Here is a love poem from parent to child, illustrated in a way that babies love—with funny photos of other babies. Irene O’Book is a poet and artist. This is her first book for children. She lives in Garrison, NY.
Marriage—For Baby's Sake When Laura Michaels tracked her wayward cat to millionaire Royce Burton's estate, she never dreamed her kitty would save her son. For Laura needed a powerful husband to keep custody of her baby—and Royce needed a wife. So the elusive entrepreneur and the down-on-her-luck lady struck a marriage deal—which would remain strictly business, of course. Except the newlyweds soon found their "hands-off" union did not account for the blossoming feelings developing between them. But Royce had no use for sugary sentiment and gooey emotions! Still, the lovely woman's haunting smile triggered an unfamiliar emotion in Royce—a burgeoning love?
"I would have loved to watch our baby growinginside you…" Connor Mackenzie was the love of nurse Lucy Adams's life. But when it came to a choice between her or his glittering pediatric career, Connor chose the job. And then she discovered she was pregnant. He didn't know about the baby, and Lucy didn't tell him. Now Connor is back. Lucy still doesn't know the real reason why he left. She doesn't know how much it cost him—or how much he's missed her. And she doesn't know how determined he is to be a father to their child.
For many people' having a large family isn't a reasonable option. Fortunately' medical science has ushered in a new era of family balancing where couples can determine their baby's gender. The Revolutionary Science of Sex Selection guides prospective parents step - by - step through the maze of options currently available - from the unpredictable (and now outdated) timing method' to highly effective sperm sorting' to the preimplantation genetic diagnosis' which guarantees accuracy. The author describes the most advanced methodologies in simple lay terms so that they are easily understood. But The Revolutionary Science of Sex Selection does more than explain how the technology works - it prepares the reader for the personal experience of fertility drugs' artificial insemination' and/or in vitro fertilization. A bonus chapter details the added medical benefits of genetic testing' including preimplantation screening for single gene defects like cystic fibrosis' B thalassemia' Tay - Sachs disease' sickle cell disease' and Huntington's disease.
Baby, Oh Baby encourages children to imagine with excitement the possibilities of a new baby. Take a journey with children from all over the world asking, "Who will this new baby be?" Take the opportunity to discuss different cultures with your child while they learn of different professions and compassions. Baby, Oh Baby explores what the future might hold, while reassuring that a new brother or sister will indeed be an adventure. This multi-cultural book portrays in easy words and pictures the idea that anything is possible and your new baby's contribution is valued and appreciated.
A Spanish billionaire has a lot to learn when a beautiful ballerina declares she’s carrying his child in this gripping romance. When Spanish tycoon Javier Casillas learns his explosive night with Sophie Johnson left her pregnant, he’s adamant they wed! But not even the red-hot pleasures of their marriage bed can thaw the ice around Javier’s dark heart . . . Until warm, compassionate Sophie demands more. To truly claim his wife and unborn child, can Javier accept that giving them his all is the key to his redemption?