Bumpin' - by Leslie Schrock (Paperback)

About the Book

"Hot on the heels of her second book, Fertility Rules, comes an updated version of Leslie Schrock's breakout success, Bumpin', with even more tips and tricks to get you from "trimester zero" to delivery, from the friendly healthcare expert readers know and love"--Provided by publisher.

Book Synopsis

Prepare for pregnancy, birth, and the newborn months with this award-winning "thoroughly modern guide to pregnancy" (National Parenting Product Awards)--now newly revised with updated information on nutrition for you, bottle and breastfeeding, recovery, and more, from the author of Fertility Rules.

Now in a new revised and expanded second edition filled with "clear, evidence-based, no-nonsense, and up-to-date answers" (Deena Shakir, investor and author of Leena Mo, CEO), Bumpin' will radically transform your pregnancy journey from overwhelmed and confused to one of confidence. With over a decade of experience advising women's health care and technology companies, Leslie Schrock distills cutting-edge research and practical guidance into a comprehensive pregnancy guide--from conception through pregnancy into the first months with an infant. She also shares her own personal journey, including the curveballs she faced on the way.

This second edition updates the evidence and includes even more practical advice from experts ranging from doulas, ob-gyns, midwives, therapists, prenatal trainers, nutritionists, and researchers so you can make the best decisions for your family. With a look at the science, it tackles pregnancy FAQs and topics like the truth about cleaning up your cosmetics, nutrition, exercise, and epidurals; and the practical, like putting together a baby budget and navigating work before and after birth. New sections in the fourth trimester after your baby arrives go deeper on breastfeeding and bottle feeding as well as sleep and recovery for you.

Inside the second edition of Bumpin' you will find:

- A trimester-by-trimester overview from conception through the postpartum period and return to work.
- How to optimize your fertile window and getting pregnant.
- The truth about age, fertility, and managing any issues that arise.
- Miscarriage and assisted reproduction treatments like IVF.
- Guidance on diet, substance use, and exercise before and during pregnancy.
- The science behind your physical changes, leaks, sweats, and every other unexpected pregnancy symptom.
- Managing your mental health.
- Understanding what happens during birth and creating your birth preferences.
- Advice for partners, family members, and friends supporting your pregnancy.
- Budgeting, finance tips, baby registry, and hospital checklists.
- Updated research on infant feeding and lactation.

Warm, funny, and non-judgmental, Bumpin' will leave you feeling prepared and ready to tackle anything that comes your way.

Review Quotes

"Bumpin' belongs on every parent's nightstand; the best friend every new mother (and father) needs. As a mother of three and investor in women's and family health, I turn to Leslie and Bumpin' for clear, evidence-based, no-nonsense, and up-to-date answers to pressing questions. The latest edition makes this classic even more timely."
--Deena Shakir, investor and author of Leena Mo, CEO

"Bumpin' is like having your pregnancy best friend on call. It's not a quick fix book that makes you feel stupid--Leslie Schrock has written the guide for the modern parent that is sick of being scared by the internet and wants a trusted resource."
--Lora Shahine, MD, FACOG, OBGYN and REI at Pacific NW Fertility, host of Baby or Bust Fertility Podcast, and author of Not Broken: An Approachable Guide to Miscarriage and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss

About the Author

Leslie Schrock is an author, entrepreneur, and investor working at the intersection of health and technology. Her books include Bumpin' and Fertility Rules, modern guides to fertility and pregnancy. She was named one of Fast Company's Most Creative People in Business, and her writing and work have appeared in The Economist, Time, GQ, Fortune, Entrepreneur, WIRED, and The New York Times, and on CNBC and NPR. She lives in San Francisco with her husband and two sons. Connect with Leslie at LeslieSchrock.com.