"Why cracking the code of human conception took centuries of wild theories, misogynist blunders, and ludicrous mistakes. Throughout most of human history, babies were surprises. People knew the basics: men and women had sex, and sometimes babies followed. But beyond that the origins of life were a colossal mystery. The Seeds of Life is the remarkable and rollicking story of how a series of blundering geniuses and brilliant amateurs struggled for...

Follows the adventures of young Gus and Nellie, who watch their mother's pregnancy and anticipate the arrival of a new sibling while learning engaging facts about how unborn babies develop.

So That's How I Began! is a book to have on hand from the moment a child begins asking questions. It explains modern day families, body parts, natural and assisted conception, pregnancy and birth. Presented in an age appropriate and matter of fact style, the book encourages all-important conversation from an early age and is entirely flexible - read it from cover to cover or simply jump to the part relevant to the child's question. Wonderfully illustrated...