The Bump Bookstore
The journey from positive pregnancy test to toddler tantrums is not for the faint of heart. To help you along the way, we’ve pulled together a list of books that includes staff favorites, classic reads, and sage advice with a modern twist. Check out our top picks we think will be worthy of a spot on your nightstand.
Nesting
by Wendy Bellissimo
Take inspiration from Wendy's custom-designed celebrity nurseries to create your own “dream nursery.” This hardback book and DVD makes the perfect shower gift!
What to Expect When You’re Expecting
by Heidi Murkoff
With more than 10 million copies sold, What to Expect has become standard reading for the maternity set. This comprehensive month-by-month guide is packed with conventional wisdom that addresses almost every new parent worry.
The Girlfriends Guide to Pregnancy
by Vicki Iovine
It’s everything you wanted to know about pregnancy, but were too afraid to ask. Iovine exposes the “truths” of pregnancy and childbirth in this irreverent, hip guide that addresses everything from the skinny on cellulite and stretch marks to swollen breasts and morning sickness.
The Complete Organic Pregnancy
by Deirdre Dolan
You’re thinking of the healthiest, safest products for your body (and baby) now more than ever. From creams and cleaners to mattresses and fabric, this go-to guide walks expectant moms through going green during pregnancy.
Liz Lange’s Maternity Style
by Liz Lange
Do you refuse to relinquish “chic” simply because you are expecting? Then Liz Lange's Maternity Style will help you dress your bump in style.
Lean Mommy
by Lisa Druxman
From stroller-based workouts to healthy recipes, certified personal trainer and Bump Fitness Expert Lisa Druxman will have you back into your skinny jeans in no time at all!
My Boys Can Swim!
by Ian Davis
The Maternity Underwear. The Hormones. The Sex (or lack thereof). The Baby Classes. The Baby Conehead. This irreverent guide to pregnancy will take guys from dude to dad, and keep them laughing all the way.
Good Night Sleep Tight
by Kim West
You’ve never been so obsessed with another human’s sleep habits. Find out how to help your baby learn to sleep so you can wake up happy.
Baby Bargains
by Denise Fields
Does your baby really need 500 thread count sheets? This handy book separates the must-haves from the money wasters, with bargain hunting tips from the savviest shoppers.
Countdown to Baby
by Dr. Susan Warhus
If you’ve ever needed a comprehensive FAQ, now’s the time! Board-certified OB/GYN and Bump Childbirth Expert answers the 100 most-asked questions about pregnancy and childbirth.
Your Perfectly Pampered Pregnancy
by Colette Bouchez
There’s no better time to pamper yourself than when you’re packing a bump and your ankles are swollen (not to mention the other parts!). Here’s a book dedicated to helping you look and feel your pregnant best.
Getting to Know You: A Journal for Expecting Parents
by Christine M. Dorn
A life story begins in the womb, and the chapter set there is one that parents and children alike can always cherish. Getting to Know You is a guided journal for expecting parents, helping them chronicle every emotion, wish, and detail experienced during those very special nine months.
The Pregnant Pen: The Expectant Mother's Guide to Baby Showers and Thank You Notes
by Diane Quast
Intimidated by all those post–shower thank you notes? This handy guide will banish writer's block with over 100 thank you note examples–plus offer tips on coordinating multiple showers, showers for a second or third baby, and the gift registry.