"Am I going to be a good mother? Will I ever be a good example for my child? I'm not good with kids. Will I ever have free time for myself? What on earth do I put on a registry? Can I afford a baby?" These are the thoughts of a woman expecting her first child. During her first pregnancy, Puerto-Rican native, entrepreneur coach, and business developer Lissette Carter realized a need for a personal guidebook for taking on the seemingly overwhelming role of motherhood for the very first time. Her practical tips and life applications within her raw story from pre-pregnancy to postpartum will not only bring a little humor to false expectations about perfectionism... but will also give you insight into this new world and equip you with the confidence that everything is going to be okay. Let Lissette’s journey guide you on...    - Finding the right resources for setting financial goals to have the choice to become a stay-at-home mom - Her honest ups, downs, and victories regarding food choices, exercise, and mental stability through all three trimesters - Insight on maternity wear, nursery, and DIY - Checklists on essential baby registry items, baby shower organization, and what to pack for the hospital Contrary to what society tells us, a child being brought into the world deserves our best, not our perfection.