A Companion for the Journey of Pregnancy From the moment of conception, an expectant mother begins a life-changing journey. The 40 weeks of daily reflections in this book – complete with words of wisdom and encouragement from such varied sources as Emily Dickinson, Benjamin Spock, Anna Quindlen, and Dorothy Parker – illuminate the expectant mother’s path and help her celebrate all the miracles along the way. Reflections for Expectant Mothers confronts the many issues that surround the mystery of birth, including handling pain and fear, dealing with well-meaning meddlers, and adapting to a changing body and personal relationships.