Hello,
Let me start by saying that I am not a doctor. I am a mom, a wife and a writer.
In fact, I am a screenplay writer and this is my first venture in non-fiction. I have two young children, Anya and Kai and my husband, Russell is an actor, who is often on the road. When I was pregnant with Anya, three close friends were also pregnant with their first children. We had a great time complaining, trouble shooting and swapping advice. We also came to depend on one another for fast and dependable information. With that idea in mind, I have written this non-technical, cut-to-the-chase reference styled book. You’ll find some practical and fun tips, ideas and truthful advice that will hopefully make your pregnancy and first few months with your little one, a bit easier and possibly less stressful.

When I was pregnant, I read everything that I could get my hands on, I even recommend some of our favorites, but I found it arduous to refer back to something in a three-hundred page book. I love lists. Give me information fast and quick! Though there is nothing scientific about this book, it is filled with practical ideas and advice that works!

We’ll talk about all aspects of this new adventure. Like how to prepare yourself, as well as the house, for the new one's arrival. Tips on nursing and what you’ll really need for the baby’s room. We'll talk about fitness and nutrition and how to pick and pack the perfect baby bag, and so much more. As you read, my hope is that you will feel like we are old friends just chatting - no pressure, no guilt, no judgment. I’d like to help make this experience more fun than frightening and give you some tools you can use to make your NEW life, a little easier.

Enjoy!

Katrina Andrews (aka “Anya and Kai’s Mom”)