The Womb Diary

By David Maegraith and D.P.K. Maegraith

Are you expecting a baby in your household, or know someone who is? The Womb Diary is a delightful, beautifully illustrated children's book tracing the gestational process from conception to birth.

Big brothers or sisters, cousins, and little friends will take delight in following their baby's actual development in mummy's tummy, with The Womb Diary.

This book simply and lovingly takes the reader From Tiny Seed to Growing Miracle: A Journey Through Fetal Development

Week 5-8: Growing and Changing
- See how quickly the embryo grows during these weeks.
- Discover the development of the heart, limbs, and facial features.
- Learn about the baby's first movements, although still too small to be felt by Mommy.

Month 3: A Growing Baby
- Explore the transition from an embryo to a fetus.
- Discover the baby's rapidly developing brain and senses.
- Learn about the development of fingerprints and tiny nails.

Month 4: Growing Strong
- Find out how the baby's body is becoming more proportional.
- Explore the development of muscles and bones.
- Learn about the baby's ability to hear sounds, including Mommy's voice.

Month 5: Active and Curious
- Witness the baby's active movements inside the womb.
- Discover the development of senses, such as taste and touch.
- Learn how the baby's skin is covered with a fine layer called lanugo.

Month 6: Developing Senses
- Explore the baby's rapid brain development.
- Discover how the baby can now hear and recognize familiar sounds.
- Learn about the baby's ability to open and close their eyes.

Month 7: Growing Stronger
- Find out how the baby's lungs are developing.
- Explore the baby's growth and weight gain.
- Learn about the baby's sleep patterns and periods of activity.

Month 8: Getting Ready
- Witness the baby's final growth and development stages.
- Discover the baby's ability to recognize Mommy's voice and respond to it.
- Learn about the baby's position in the womb in preparation for birth.

Month 9: Almost There
- Explore the baby's final preparations for life outside the womb.
- Learn about the baby's position for birth, usually head-down.
- Discover how the baby is getting ready to meet Mommy and the world.

Conclusion: Welcome, Little One
- Celebrate the joyous arrival of the baby.
- Reflect on the incredible journey of fetal development.
- Encourage love, care, and nurturing for the newborn.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1493659901
• ISBN13: 9781493659906
• Release Date: November 2013
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 26 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 8.5"