Books

In the midst of our crazy schedule this week, we managed to obtain several books which we are excited to start reading soon. On the recommendation of wonderful family and friends, here are some that we are currently reading (or will start soon) to prepare us for pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting:

• "What to Expect When You're Expecting" by Murkoff and Mazel - this is a classic pregnancy book that I've enjoyed because it takes me through each month and then breaks it down into weeks... it has a lot of information in it about everything that could possibly happen, so its good that Im not prone to worry about stuff like that.
• "Husband Coached Childbirth" by Bradley - even reading just the first few pages, I think this is a book that we will really enjoy.
  
• "On Becoming Baby Wise" by Ezzo and Buchnam - I haven't started this one, but Pete has and he seems to be enjoying it so far.

We have several other books that people have loaned us that we've been using- many thanks to those that have let us borrow their material. We welcome any other suggestions!

Week 15 baby growth update: Baby Avery is 4 1/2 inches long, 2 or 3 ounces, and about the size of a naval orange. Apparently he or she is moving a lot this week even though I can't feel it yet.