Didn't expect this book to be so slim... I got this thinking it would be a lot of exposes/essays that go into great depth/detail to actually tell you what nobody tells you. However, this book is more a compilation of vignettes, with the title of each 'piece' already giving you pretty much everything the 'topic' in question is about.
Don't get me wrong - it is very honest and candid, and I loved the honesty which was very refreshing. However, the 'expert' parts left quite a lot unsaid - for a book that presents itself as a sort of one-stop-shop solution for all the questions a woman (and a man - don't forget dads) has about pregnancy and birth and the fourth trimester, it's merely a primer of what the actual info could really be about.
Still, it's a quick read, with good, honest information from the parents featured, and it will help anyone finding themselves needing a quick look into the topics it covers

Unfortunately this book was archived before I downloaded or perhaps it just got wiped when I switched Kindles. I would have really liked to read it as it is highly relevant to me.

Many thanks to NetGalley and the author for a copy of this e-book in exchange for an honest review.

‘Nobody Tells You’ is a collection of anecdotes about pregnancy, birth and becoming a parent. The collection of stories is also interspersed with useful snippets of advice. For context, I read the book whilst pregnant with twins and did find some of the anecdotes relatable.

Although the collection will no doubt be relatable for many women expecting a baby, I would have expected and appreciated more practical advice to be included in the volume. The narrative approach was not really for me, but I would recommend the book for any mum-to-be looking for a more light-hearted and engaging introduction into what to really expect when you’re expecting.

I'm not sure this book has too many things that nobody has ever told you - I'm sure most women have heard the horror birthing stories, challenges of breastfeeding and are dreading the potential poo during delivery. But what this book does do is try to avoid scaremongering and negative perceptions of pre-pregnancy through to the post-natal period, and instead shares 100 stories from 100 real women (including the authors own experiences) and shines a more encouraging light on them. That isn't to say this book shies away from the scary stuff - there are still horrific birthing stories and poonamis everywhere you look - but it focuses more on the light at the end of the tunnel. Even if the tunnel feels very long, dark and full of terrors!

I'm not sure how I expected this book to be presented, but I really appreciated the single page spread for each person's story, and the commentary thereafter with a brief opinion from an expert to follow this up. I found the stories quite uplifting, and the factual information a comfort to read (even as a non-pregnant reader!).

Is it groundbreaking or a total eye-opener about the stuff nobody has told me? No, not really. But I really enjoyed hearing about 100 mothers (and fathers!) experiences, and I closed the final page feeling happier for having read it.

ARC provided from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.

I love it when a book just gets to the point and this book does just that! It is a very enjoyable read that I would definitely recommend to all of my friends and from now on, I will be gifting it to each and every expecting mother :)

This book has fun and relatable anecdotes for each part of pregnancy. I think many women would be able to relate to this and possibly not feel as alone.

Very enjoyable, will definitely be picking this book up for when a baby comes my way, I have advised all my currently pregnant friends to get their mitts on a copy too. A thoroughly enjoyable read and I love how it brings other women together simply through the title.

Very good and a definite must for any parent to be or any one thinking about going down that road, simple and easy enough to read, the authors experience shines through!

Many thanks to Netgalley, the publishers and Becca Maberly for this free ARC in return I have provided my honest review.

Nobody Tells You is a brilliant and reassuring companion for anyone starting out on the path to parenthood, from getting pregnancy all the way through to feeding your baby. Featuring diverse real-life stories, it feels so natural and personal, like you’re chatting with friends. These are real people (with their twitter handles and photos) answering real questions about different types of pregnancies, babycare and parenthood. So you know that whatever you’re thinking – or feeling – is normal, and that you’re not alone. It’s a reminder that parenting may be a struggle at times – all those niggling things that no one else is going to tell you and you’ve not yet dared to ask. ‘Yes, contractions can hurt.’ ‘It’s natural to worry about your baby.’ ‘It may take time to bond.’ This book is packed with simple advice from healthcare professionals too, featuring essential tips on morning sickness, hospital items, and more. I wish I had been given a book like this before my two sons were born.

A no-holds-barred collection of more than 100 real-life accounts of pregnancy, birth, and life with a baby, brought together with simple advice from pregnancy and postnatal expert Becca Maberly and consultant obstetrician Roger Marwood.

This broad range of honest pregnancy, birth and parenting stories, from the likes of Clemmie Telford, Molly Gunn, Megan Rose Lane, Anna Mathur and many more, is accompanied by professional and reassuring advice from experts that will help you navigate your own experience with positivity and confidence.

Nobody Tells You will give you all the tools you need to be informed and prepared for one of life's great journeys. Without any scaremongering or sugar-coating, truths are shared about topics including:
* Trying to conceive
* C-Sections
* Postnatal recovery
* Not loving breastfeeding
* Self-care

This is a refreshing, open and honest book and I think every new mum or experienced mum should give this a read! This is a first for me by the author and one I enjoyed and would read more of their work. The book cover is eye-catching and appealing and would spark my interest if in a bookshop. Thank you very much to the author, publisher and Netgalley for this ARC.

Nobody does tell you..... but this book does. Would recommend to those who are currently expecting or have already had the young ones!

A refreshing uptake on the struggles some women face becoming a new mother. This should be in every new mums new baby pack. Thankyou to Netgalley for my ARC in return for my honest review