<p>Pregnancy is a time of wonder and of momentous change, both emotionally and physically. For many women, it is a time like no other in their lives, filled with excitement and awe but also with great uncertainty and vulnerability. This book-and-audio program brings together writings and simple daily practices for bringing the transformative power of mindfulness to this special time.</p><p><i>The Mindful Way through Pregnancy</i> features: <br>• Yoga and meditation teacher Anne Cushman on finding balance amid the emotional ups and downs of pregnancy <br>• Author Celia Straus on bonding with your child during pregnancy <br>• Yoga teacher Jennifer Brilliant on caring for your changing body <br>• Meditation teacher Judith Lief on calming your fears about childbirth and parenthood <br>• Author Mimi Doe on setting your intentions for parenthood <br>• Zen teacher Karen Maezen Miller on mindfulness and the childbirth experience</p>Also included is an audio CD of guided meditation instruction for four simple meditation practices for expectant mothers. Drawn from the Buddhist tradition, these practices offer different ways to develop a sense of calm well-being throughout pregnancy.