"150 TIPS AND TRICKS FOR NEW MOMS: From Those Frantic First Days to Baby's First Birthday — Everything You Need to Know to Enjoy Your New Addition," by Robin Elise Weiss, Adams Media, $9.95

This book is far from an encyclopedia about pregnancy and child-rearing, but it does a great job in explaining the basics of what happens before, during and after you give birth.

The chapters are short and easy to read, and all the information is presented in a positive manner. You won't learn about scary pregnancy complications or any parenting horror stories, but it will be presented with helpful tips and explanations.

Some of the information includes how to plan for labor, details about how a woman will feel after giving birth and then information about some decisions you will make when your baby comes home.

This book is perfect for first-time moms who just want the basics, nothing more.

"CONTENTMENT: Inspiring Insights for LDS Mothers," by Maria Covey Cole, Covenant Communications Inc., $13.95

While written for a distinct audience, this is a book many women could enjoy. The focus is on finding "contentment" in motherhood, but that theme could be applied to multiple others seeking more satisfaction in their lives.

Throughout the book, you will find ideas about how to become content, how to avoid unnecessary comparisons with others and how to gain perspective by becoming closer to God.

A highlight of this book is the countless insights, quotes and stories the author has included from celebrities, world leaders and prominent LDS leaders. They mix well with the author's own experiences and thoughts.

From the author's perspective, women can often feel "unfulfilled, underappreciated and underutilized at one time or another." For her, she said she had to experience a change of her heart to appreciate her role as a mother.

This book will give you an uplifting perspective on how to change your views of womanhood and motherhood.

"AN ANGEL TO WATCH OVER ME," by Sally DeFord, Covenant Communications Inc., $15.95

This is a simple, sweet book that artfully combines the lyrics of a song by Sally DeFord with paintings and illustrations from prominent LDS artists.

Most all of the art depicts mothers with their children, either playing or working or just enjoying a moment. The words describe the work a mother does, including being a guardian and teacher.

DeFord said the inspiration for her song came from watching her own mother and also various other mothers around her. The song was originally written in 2002 as part of an event focused on the importance of family.