Pregnancy Work

The experience of motherhood is an experience in contradiction. It is commonplace and it is impossible to imagine. It is prosaic and it is mysterious. It is at once banal, bizarre, compelling, tedious, comic, and catastrophic. To become a mother is to become the chief actor in a drama of human...

A powerful memoir of medicine, identity, and family secrets from an esteemed ob-gyn as she unravels her grandmother’s mysterious death while reimagining women’s health care from a mobile clinic—for readers of The Beauty in Breaking and The In-Between. In Labor: One Woman’s Work, Dr. Mary...

He’s my billionaire boss. I’m his accidental roommate. When your apartment floods, you don’t panic—you find a place to stay. You just don’t expect that place to be your billionaire boss’s house. One mix-up, one spare room, and now I’m living with Eli Mercer—brilliant, demanding, and way too good at giving orders. He says it’s temporary. Strictly professional. Then he shows up at my ex’s engagement party—with me on him arm. One night changes everything. Turns out, so do two pink lines. Now the man who built his life on control is about to lose the only thing he never ...

Feeling overwhelmed by fatherhood while your partner is expecting? You’re not alone. Many first-time dads worry about doing the right thing, balancing work and home life, and being truly supportive during pregnancy. This practical guide cuts through the noise and gives you exactly what you need to show up, stay involved, and support your partner with confidence.

He’s looking for his Christmas miracle in all the wrong places. She’s been within his sight the whole time. Cowboy billionaire Mister Glover has everything a man could want—except the one thing his brothers and cousins have already found: a wife to share his life with. He’s hurt his best friend by dating around, and after she tells him he’s spoiled and entitled, he leaves town to find the truth about himself. And when he returns to Three Rivers, Liberty Bellamore has a boyfriend. But she’s loved Mister for as long as she can remember, and one chance encounter in the aisle of a ...

I gave him one night. He gave me a baby—and he’s my brother’s best friend. I didn’t see that coming. When I ran into Zac at the conference, I barely recognized him. Last time I saw him, he wasn’t a billionaire running the show. He lured me into his penthouse, and one thing led to another. We swore it was a one-time thing, but then he threw a curveball: a job offer I couldn’t turn down. Now, as a single mom, the biggest shock of all? Two pink lines on a pregnancy test. I’m bracing for my brother’s reaction and wondering how Zac will handle the bombshell that he’s about to ...

We've discovered the incredible benefits of having a stay-at-home parent, and it's a game-changer! Imagine a lifestyle where you can fully embrace your role as a wife and mother without the stress of a full-time job. This book is your ultimate guide to making the transition from working woman to full-time mother. You and your children deserve the best, and this book will show you how!You'll learn How your family benefits if you stay home Budgeting to live on one income How to earn money while staying home Self-care for stay-at-home moms Misconceptions about stay-at-home moms Questions to ...

Feeling unsure about your role during pregnancy? You’re not alone. Most first-time dads face uncertainty - but with the right guidance, that anxiety can turn into confidence. This practical, relatable guide is your companion through every stage of pregnancy. With clear advice and supportive insights, it shows you how to be present, helpful, and ready - mentally and emotionally - for fatherhood.

The "wild child" of the Fuller family, a state trooper with a daughter, and his year-long crush that could build a family if he could just get out of the friends category... Dawn Fuller has made some mistakes in her life, and she's not proud of the way McDermott Boyd found her off the road one day last year. She'd driven an hour to have a medical test done so her family wouldn't know, and while McDermott has asked Dawn out several times since then, her shame and embarrassment haven't allowed her to say yes. She's spent a hard year wrestling with her choices and trying to fix them, glad for ...

I came to renovate the British billionaire’s paradise resort. I'm leaving with an island bump. Winning a design competition brought me to Damon King’s outdated island resort. An encounter in a dodgy elevator, and I mistake the powerful owner for a hot-looking construction worker with salt and pepper stubble. One heated glance and I’m undone. But working for Damon? Pure hell. He hates change—on his island, in his life, in his heart. He guards his secrets well, but watching him with his little girl reveals the tender heart beneath that no-nonsense exterior. When a tropical storm ...

Last I checked, love wasn’t on the menu. Who needs it. Expectations with a side of white picket fence? Pass. My wife is my career. I treat her well and reap the rewards. You don’t get to be a hotshot lawyer with my reputation with a ball and chain. It’s simple math. So is lending a hand to someone who needs it. Like my friend’s sister, who’s down on her luck and in need of a second chance. Lucky for her, I’m in a position to give it. And I’m down for other positions too… if she’s willing to try them. She’s temptation and I’m the sucker. There’s so much more to her ...

One night. No note. No goodbye. He left me breathless, broken… and pregnant. Now he’s back—with no clue he has a son. Derek Greene is the man I swore I’d never forgive. Seven years ago, he vanished before sunrise. Now he’s standing in my office—gruff, gorgeous, and hired to investigate a security breach at the firm where I just landed my dream job. Worse? He doesn’t recognize me. A secret baby. A forced proximity. A danger neither of us saw coming. Every glance sizzles. Every touch threatens to unravel me. I try to resist—but when he wraps his arms around me and looks at our...

This is a practical, relatable, and humorous guide to surviving the difficult, awkward, and rewarding job of being a breastfeeding, working mother. Drawing on the war stories, hacks, and humor of working moms and on her own stories from her demanding job and travel in developing countries, she gives women moral support for dealing with the stress and guilt that come with juggling working and breastfeeding. As she tells the listener in her witty, inspiring manifesto, "Your worth as a mother is not measured in ounces."

Bloomsbury presents Still Born by Guadalupe Nettel, read by Rachel Schwab. Shortlisted for the 2023 International Booker Prize A profound novel about motherhood, friendship, and the power of community from “one of the leading lights in contemporary Latin American literature” (Valeria...

When a snowstorm traps us together, old sparks ignite, forcing me to confront the truth: I've never stopped loving her. Returning to Boston was supposed to be about saving lives Instead I am face to face with Amanda, the woman I left without explanation 5 years ago. She is the only woman who's never left my mind. We clash with our arguments fueled by the fire of our past. Discovering I have a daughter blindsides me, stirring up old desires and regrets. Seeing Amanda handle our daughter with such grace, I'm torn between anger and a longing to make things right. Fate brought her back into my ...

Don't Sh*t Where You Eat… That's what I've always been told, but it is hard to think of anything else once I lay eyes on my boss's hot girl. I'm trying to stay strong but she just won't give up the game…once can't hurt, can it?

Breaking News: Maya's Got a New Man—And It's Complicated 😳💥 Elena: I saw the way Maya looked at Ryder at Happy Hour. That was not casual interest. Sophia: And the way he painted her from memory before they even kissed? That's obsession, not friendship. Zara: She did the right thing breaking up with Antoine first. No drama. No cheating. Antoine: When I gave them my blessing, I couldn’t know they were soul mates. Riley: Ryder went all artist muse on her and painted her nude. Sophia: She finally lost her V-card. She was glowing! Riley: Months later, Maya's on her honeymoon with ...

From an acclaimed journalist, this "eye opening and insightful" book shows how global cultures parent in community, sharing practical guidance for American parents on how to reimagine the way they raise their children (Iben Dissing Sandahl, author The Danish Way Of Parenting). Raising kids in...

The story of Kathleen's escape from incarceration in an institution for "fallen women." In 1974, the shadows of the Magdalene laundry still haunt Kathleen as she daringly escapes from a life of oppression. Now on the run, the priest is hot on her trail. As the priest's attention shifts to other lost souls, the consequences are nothing short of devastating. Meanwhile, a famous American actress and her wealthy husband have arrived in Ireland to adopt a baby and discover an unexpected offer they cannot refuse. Will it turn out to be a dream come true or a nightmare waiting to unfold? Enter the...

Get Ready to Embrace Fatherhood with Confidence: The Ultimate Guide for First-Time Dads Are you feeling a mix of excitement and nerves as you prepare to become a dad for the first time? You're not alone—many soon-to-be dads feel the same way. But here's the good news: this guide is designed to help you thrive, from the first positive pregnancy test to your baby’s first steps. For First-Time Dads: Do you find yourself overwhelmed by conflicting advice? Unsure how to support your partner during pregnancy? Worried about balancing work, life, and impending fatherhood? This book has got you ...