Expecting You
"Expecting You is a place to record all of the wonderful new thoughts, feelings, and experiences just ahead. Carry this journal with you wherever you go or take a reflective moment when you have the time and record what matters most. Keep this journal just for yourself, to share your experience with a loved one, or wait and read your words to your new little one after they arrive."
By Amelia Riedler
Published: 2016
"Life is a beautiful and unpredictable journey, and each moment we embrace leads us closer to the joy we never knew we were missing."
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"Expecting You is a place to record all of the wonderful new thoughts, feelings, and experiences just ahead. Carry this journal with you wherever you go or take a reflective moment when you have the time and record what matters most. Keep this journal just for yourself, to share your experience with a loved one, or wait and read your words to your new little one after they arrive."
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About the Author
Amelia Riedler
Amelia Riedler is a talented author known for her evocative storytelling and vivid character development. Her debut novel, acclaimed for its emotional depth, explores themes of love and resilience in contemporary settings. With a background in literature and creative writing, Amelia draws inspiration from her travels and diverse experiences. She is passionate about empowering young readers through her work and often incorporates elements of social justice into her narratives. When she’s not writing, Amelia enjoys hiking and spending time with her rescue dogs in her coastal hometown.
Book Details
Key information about the book.
- Authors
- Amelia Riedler
- Published
- March 2016
- Publisher
- Compendium Publishing & Communications
- ISBN
- 1938298349
- Language
- English
- Pages
- N/A
- Genres
- First Trimester GuidesSecond Trimester GuidesEmotional Well-being in PregnancyPostpartum CareThird Trimester GuidesPregnancy
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