The Butterflies & Hiccups: is a 180-page journal made to embrace the miracle of pregnancy with grace and charm. Contained within its pages are monthly questions that invoke thoughts and feelings, allowing the mother to be to capture the most treasured moments of pregnancy. Record doctor visits, physical changes, emotional changes, labor symptoms, baby’s first kick and all the unique experiences you have during your very special 9 months. There is even room to include a picture per month if desired.
Some sample journal questions include:

MONTH ONE: Describe how you felt the moment you found out you were pregnant. Who was the first person you told that you were pregnant?

MONTH TWO: Are you remembering to take your prenatal vitamins regularly? What is your favorite food this month?

MONTH THREE: If you've experienced morning sickness, is it starting to subside? Who do you regularly talk to and share all your pregnancy details with?

MONTH FOUR: What are you wearing this month? (i.e. maternity clothes, oversized clothes, etc.) What specific worries or concerns do you have related to the pregnancy?

MONTH FIVE: Is your baby moving around yet? If so, what was your first reaction? Will you find out the sex of the baby? Why or why not?

MONTH SIX: Have you felt the baby hiccup yet? Have you and your husband decided on a baby name yet?

MONTH SEVEN: How often to you experience Braxton-Hicks contractions? What are your favorite pregnancy/childbirth books at the moment?

MONTH EIGHT: How many times have strangers touched your belly? How are you and your husband preparing for childbirth? (i.e. exercise, perineal massage, childbirth classes, etc.)

MONTH NINE: How is your husband feeling now that you are almost ready to deliver? Have you been "nesting"? If so, what have you done to prepare for the baby's arrival?

Other chapters within the journal include:

• Practitioner Visits


• Baby's Development


• Pregnancy Symptoms


• Birth: Welcome to Motherhood


• Bringing the Baby Home


• Bed Rest


• Hospital Bag Checklist


• Birth Plan


• Holidays


• Fun Ideas to Pamper Yourself


• and more...