Every parent is different, just as every baby is different. So there can't be many rules to having a baby. But you will find a lot of information in these pages which should help you to decide what you will do, how you will cope and, most of all, how you can best enjoy both pregnancy and your baby.

Chapter 1 is about what you can do to make sure you and your baby stay healthy during your pregnancy. The book then takes you through pregnancy, birth and the first two weeks of caring for your baby. You may want to read some chapters several times, or look up specific things that interest or concern you. To find a topic quickly, just look at the index at the back of the book.

If there is anything which puzzles you, or if you need further explanation, don't hesitate to ask your doctor, midwife or
health visitor.