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The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy
How to Prepare Your Mind, Body, and Partner
“Pregnancy is not simply a transition into motherhood, it is an awakening into a deeper relationship with oneself. With warmth and wisdom, Nina reminds women to honor this sacred chapter as a time of reflection, connection, and inner transformation.”
—Dr. Shefali Tsabary, NYT Bestselling Author and founder of Conscious Parenting
"Written by an experienced mother, childbirth educator, and birth doula, The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy is a valuable resource to help expectant mothers achieve their wish: to enjoy pregnancy and prepare for a safe and satisfying birth."
—William Sears, MD, co-author of The Healthy Pregnancy Book and The Sears Baby Book
"This book stands out because it doesn’t just explain what’s happening in pregnancy, it guides women through it. In a season that can feel overwhelming and filled with mixed messages, Nina Spears blends hands-on birth experience with thoughtful, evidence-informed education to give expecting mothers clarity, confidence, and steady support."
—Dr Mona Amin, Pediatrician, IBCLC, Founder of PedsDocTalk
“Nina Spears offers the kind of steady, compassionate guidance that helps you feel less alone and more grounded, with practical support you can actually use, one step at a time.”
—Tina Payne Bryson, PhD, author of The Whole-Brain Child and Bottom Line for Baby
“Packed with wisdom and heartfelt guidance, The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy empowers you to trust your instincts, make informed choices, and embrace every moment of your journey. A must-have for parents and birth pros alike!”
—Debra Pascali-Bonaro, Childbirth educator and host of the Orgasmic Birth podcast
"If you're looking for a book on pregnancy that holds your hand and cheers you on and is packed with useful information and tips for you and your partner, you've found it!"
—Henci Goer, Author of the Take Charge of Your Birth series
"This book is a grounded, reassuring companion for expecting parents who want evidence-based guidance without fear or overwhelm, offering clear tools that help you trust your body and feel confident at every stage of pregnancy. Drawing on years of hands-on experience supporting families, Nina brings rare insight that blends practical preparation with emotional support in a way that truly sets this guide apart."
—Devon Kuntzman, PCC, Toddler Expert + ICF Certified Coach, Founder of Transforming Toddlerhood
"Nina has a way of making moms feel informed without feeling overwhelmed. This book gives expecting parents the kind of guidance, reassurance, and real-life perspective every mom hopes to have during pregnancy. It’s the kind of resource moms will reach for again and again."
—Michelle Pratt, CPST, Safe in the Seat
Nina Spears (Author)
9781394358502, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 11 June 2026
304 pages
22.9 x 18.3 x 1.5 cm, 0.431 kg
Provides expecting mothers with an all-in-one companion that empowers them to embrace a confident, calm, and positive pregnancy journey Pregnancy can feel like a rollercoaster—exciting, emotional, and at times overwhelming. The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy is your reassuring companion through it all. Written by Nina Spears—known to thousands as The Baby Chick®—this book offers an approachable, evidence-based guide for women who want to feel informed, supported, and empowered every step of the way. Drawing on her 15 years of experience as a birth and postpartum doula, Nina brings you expert-backed insights and practical tools to nurture your mind, body, and heart. Organized trimester by trimester, this book helps you manage physical changes, reduce anxiety, and connect more deeply with your growing baby and your partner. Providing everything from recipes and exercises to journaling prompts, checklists, and guided meditations, Nina blends trusted medical knowledge with holistic wellness and emotional support to help you feel better prepared throughout pregnancy, and ready for a positive birth and postpartum experience. Whether you’re a first-time mom or adding to your family, The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy reminds you that you’re not alone—you’re capable, strong, and supported through every kick, craving, and milestone. The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy is your roadmap to a confident and joyful motherhood journey. Inside, you will find: Ideal for expecting mothers—especially first-time moms—The Baby Chick Guide to Positive Pregnancy can be used in prenatal education, childbirth preparation, or maternal wellness courses. It’s also an invaluable resource for doulas, childbirth educators, and healthcare professionals who support families through pregnancy and postpartum.
About the Author xi Part I The First Trimester 1 Part II The Second Trimester 79 Part III The Third Trimester 161 Index 271
Acknowledgments xiii
Introduction xv
Chapter 1 Before You Know It (Weeks 0–4) 3
Chapter 2 OMG, You're Pregnant (Weeks 5–8) 17
Chapter 3 Surviving, Growing, Glowing (Maybe) (Weeks 9–13) 39
First Trimester Checklist 67
Chapter 4 The Sweet Spot (Weeks 14–17) 81
Chapter 5 Halfway and Hitting Your Stride (Weeks 18–22) 107
Chapter 6 Anchored and Aware (Weeks 23–27) 127
Second Trimester Checklist 145
Chapter 7 The Home Stretch (Weeks 28–31) 163
Chapter 8 Patience and Power (Weeks 32–35) 183
Chapter 9 Trusting the Timing (Weeks 36–40 + Bonus Weeks) 209
Third Trimester Checklist 231
Chapter 10 The Pregnancy Toolkit 241
Subject Areas: Social services & welfare, criminology [JK]
