Empathetically and at eye level, experienced midwife Sabine Pfützner and parenting expert Nora Imlau guide you through the exciting journey of pregnancy. Every pregnancy is unique. This book offers orientation amidst all the new feelings, experiences, and medical information. Based on current midwifery knowledge, you will learn everything important about your pregnancy. The "Look Inside the Belly" sections show you exactly how your baby is developing, what it is currently doing, and what it needs. The authors strengthen your trust in your own body and provide suggestions for connecting with your baby. You will find useful tips for all aspects of pregnancy: partnership, rituals, emotional roller coasters, work, finances, and much more. For the birth, you will receive all the medical and organizational information you need for your individual journey. The postpartum guide offers orientation and inspiration for the cozy bonding time. A comprehensive health chapter answers all your questions about typical discomforts and rare risks during pregnancy.