In December 2020, Kareena Kapoor Khan broke the internet with the announcement of a new project in a cheeky post. The Tashan actress, who was expecting her second child with Saif Ali Khan shared that coming next year she will be releasing her debut book. Kareena joined a slew of other celebs in the authors' club like Karan Johar, Twinkle Khanna and Anupam Kher. 

Today, as Kareena celebrates her 44th birthday, let's revisit the Bollywood diva's 'pregnancy bible' which according to her is the ultimate manual for moms-to-be out there.

A successful actress, Kareena has always lived her life in the public eye and that did not change throughout any of her pregnancies. From turning a showstopper for Sabyasachi Mukherji during her first one to shooting for Aamir Khan's Laal Singh Chaddha during the second, Kareena never stopped working.

Kareena's book talks about all mothers - IVF moms, those who had a stillbirth or even a miscarriage. The actress focuses on the physical as well as the mental aspects of motherhood. She also writes about depression during pregnancy and postpartum depression as well and guides the reader on how they can seek mental health if need be.

Kareena's book is not just a how-to manual for expecting mothers but is also a memoir littered with personal experiences.

The actress reveals that she wanted to be a little easy on herself by listening to what her body needs. She was not too much focused on following a strict diet or workouts, and even her team of nutritionists respected her wishes and guided her on how she wanted to take on this challenge. She shared that she gained 25 kgs with her first pregnancy and 19 kgs, the second time.

From sharing hacks for issues like nausea and morning sickness to talking about her breastfeeding fears and expectations, Kareena's book is a no-holds-barred recollection of her journey to become a mom. Even as someone who has been in a position of privilege all her life, Kareena's hilarious accounts and humble and heartwarming.

Speaking of heartwarming...the book also features an afterword from her husband - the Bollywood Nawaab himself! The beautifully penned note from the actor gives an insight into the power couples' happy marriage as equal partners and the love and respect they have for each other.

Check out this candid virtual conversation between Kareena Kapoor and Karan Johan, for the launch of launch of the former's book:

Kareena pleasantly surprised many with her real and comprehensive account which also features detailed chapters from medical doctors, nutritionists and fitness instructors. Co-authored by Aditi Shah Bhimjyani, the book was published by Juggernaut Books in 2021. 

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