{"title":"Ruby Matley","description":"\u003cp\u003eRuby Matley's books offer compassionate and practical guidance for new parents navigating the early stages of parenthood. With a focus on nurturing both baby and parent, her work delves into the realities of pregnancy, birth, and the crucial first months after bringing a child home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful advice on self-care and emotional wellbeing, making her titles essential companions for those seeking support and reassurance during this transformative time. Her writing is warm, accessible, and grounded in the challenges and joys of family life.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"9-months-by-ruby-matley-9781760556464","title":"9 Months","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan I still dye my hair? Is it safe to sleep on my back? Why is my friend's bump bigger than mine? Can I eat soft cheese? How do I know my waters have broken? What is colostrum anyway?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePregnancy is one of the most exciting times in a woman's life. It can also be one of the most confusing, thanks to rapidly evolving science and the sheer amount of information (true, false and otherwise) now available via the internet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eInto this fray comes \u003cem\u003e9 Months\u003c\/em\u003e, written by an Australian country obstetrician and father, Dr David Addenbrooke, who in his daily practice sees women of all ages with widely varying conditions, and a health scientist and mother, Ruby Matley. They combine forces to provide clear, compassionate and up-to-the-minute advice for soon-to-be mums and dads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will discover:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat is going on in each trimester, for both you and your baby.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAll you need to know about screening, ultrasounds and tests in pregnancy, and your options for labour and birth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow to cope with common symptoms, from nausea and fatigue to heartburn and back pain.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e40 recipes for ensuring optimum health for both you and your baby, plus the lowdown on which foods are in and which are out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReassuring information on weight gain, dealing with mood swings, connecting with your partner and bonding with your bump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePractical tips for buying maternity clothes, preparing the nursery, budgeting for a baby and packing the hospital bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEasy to use and comprehensive, \u003cem\u003e9 Months\u003c\/em\u003e is a complete guide for Australian women wanting the latest advice from a medical expert as well as practical reassurance and emotional support during the sometimes scary, but often wondrous, months of pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48234486300908,"sku":"9781760556464","price":39.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781760556464-9-months-1.jpg?v=1787784195"},{"product_id":"self-care-for-new-mums-by-ruby-matley-9781760987916","title":"Self-Care for New Mums","description":"Many women find first-time parenting both rewarding and challenging, joyful and exhausting. In this warm, wise and practical guide, author and podcaster Ruby Matley shares expert words of advice, simple strategies for tough times and a host of ideas for women seeking out moments of self-care every day.\n  \nWhether it's enjoying a favourite meal, taking a guilt-free nap, connecting with friends or sharing the mental load, these rituals and recipes will help you to unwind, recharge and be present for this special time.","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48244026999020,"sku":"9781760987916","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781760987916-self-care-for-new-mums-1.jpg?v=1787991983"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/ruby-matley.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}