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Pre-Pregnancy Reading

meganbtoddmeganbtodd
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Husband and I are thinking about TTC in the next 6-12 months. I'm a planner by nature and would love to find a book with any sort of checklist or advice on how to prepare yourself (mentally, physically, financially, etc.) for baby. Just bought "What to Expect Before You're Expecting." Anyone else seen other similar resources that you'd recommend?
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  • megemoneymegemoney member

    Taking Charge Of Your Fertility!  Also, check out Fertility Friend(.com)  Being a planner, you will love it!  It is for charting and it is wonderful!

    Lots of luck to you!

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  • fyziksgirlfyziksgirl member
    Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn is WAY better than WTEWYE in my opinion. Much more positive and helps you get excited while having great info. Happy reading!
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  • baker916baker916 member
    I can't remember all the specific names of books, but I would suggest you head to your local library and go to the pregnancy section.  My favorite was "You, Having a Baby, The Owners Manual to a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy."  My husband and I did this and read 4-5 pre-pregnancy type books (I'm sure your library will have a ton). " What to Expect Before You're Expecting" wasn't my favorite, but was ok. My husband thought "Be Prepared, A Practical Guide for New Dads" was funny and helped him feel better about moving towards TTC.  Once you read a few, they start sounding very repetitive. :-)  Good luck!  
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