"Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know (The ParentData Series)

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In *Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong—and What You Really Need to Know*, economist Emily Oster overturns outdated pregnancy myths with rigorous data and insightful analysis. This eye-opening book uses the latest research to challenge conventional advice on topics like diet, exercise, and prenatal care. Oster presents a refreshing, evidence-based approach that empowers expectant parents to make informed decisions throughout their pregnancy. Part of the ParentData Series, *Expecting Better* provides a clear, practical guide to navigating pregnancy with confidence and clarity.

Expecting Better: Why the Conventional Pregnancy Wisdom Is Wrong--and What You Really Need to Know

Why Sing This Song? 

Teach your baby the names of Jesus, Mary and Joseph, whose love is with your baby always.

Words to Sing:

There’s a loving God
Who sent His Son
And Jesus is His Name-o
J-E-S-U-S
J-E-S-U-S
J-E-S-U-S
And Jesus is His Name-o

There’s a loving mom
Who sings to you
And Mary is her name-o
M-A-R-I-A
M-A-R-I-A
M-A-R-I-A
And Mary is her name-o.

There’s a loving dad
Who prays for you
And Joseph is his name-o
S-T-J-O-E
S-T-J-O-E
S-T-J-O-E
And Joseph is his name-o.

Treasuring Your Unborn Child: Appreciating Songs

There's A Loving God

Why Sing This Song?

Use this quiet lullaby to encourage your baby to rest and be at peace now.

Words to Sing:

Sleep now my baby
God is your shade
In God’s Divine Image
You are well made.

When you are born
That Image will shine
For then my dear baby
You will be mine.

Sleep Now My Baby

Why Sing This Song?

Teach your baby how much you and God love and want him/her to grow.

Words to Sing:

Loving you, loving you,
all we can.
Keep on growing
As long as you can.

Smiling and crying
Everything is good
God’s love fills you
All your childhood.

Loving you, loving you,
all we can.
Keep on learning
As much as you can.

Loving You, Loving You

Why Sing This Song?

Encourage your baby to feel safe as she/he grows bigger each day within you.

Words to Sing:

In your sacred space inside of me
You’re safe and warm, my baby.
Dance and sing, play inside me
“Yes!” says the baby!

A little bigger every day
A little better too.
Loved by God, dad and me:
“Yes!” says the baby!

In Your Sacred Space

Why Sing This Song?

Sing these simple words of hope about God’s love and presence with him/her every day.

Words to Sing:

God makes you
So shining new
To share a life together.
When you’re born,
Both night and morn,
God lives with you forever.

God Makes You So Shining New

Why Sing This Song?

Teach your baby that God loves and helps him/her to grow during the time in your womb.

Words to Sing:

God is knitting
God is knitting
Loving you
All of you.
God sings a love song to you
God brings a love song to you
Every day,
Every day.

God is quilting
God is quilting
Covering you
Covering you
Rest in God’s protection
Sleep in my midsection
God treasures you
And I do too.

God is loving
God is loving
All of you
All the time.
Yes, you are so lovely.
Yes, you are so loving.
Made of love,
Grow in love.

I am loving,
I am loving
All of you,
All the time.
You are my little darling
My precious little darling
I love you.
I love you.

God Is Knitting

Why Sing This Song?

This is a family song to sing together to let your unborn baby know that you love him/her.

Words to Sing:

Oh, do you love my baby dear?
My baby dear, my baby dear.
Oh, do you love my baby dear,
Who lives, my precious one?

Oh, yes we love our baby dear,
Our baby dear, our baby dear.
Oh, yes we love our baby dear.
Who lives, our precious one.

Oh, we all love our baby dear,
Our baby dear, our baby dear.
Oh, we all love our baby dear.
Who lives, our precious one.

Do You Love My Baby Dear

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Song Description:

"Fortnite Victory Royale, Dad Never Came Home" is a raw blend of emo pop-punk energy and the unmistakable thrill of a Fortnite victory. The song tells the story of a lonely gamer who finds solace in the digital world, only to be met with the harsh reality of an absent father and an empty home. It’s a track that combines the high-energy rush of winning a #1 Victory Royale with the emotional vulnerability of waiting for a father who’s never there.

In the first verse, the narrator takes us on a journey through the competitive, fast-paced world of Fortnite. The Battle Bus drops in, and the adrenaline kicks in as the player takes down opponents, builds structures, and feels the rush of a near victory. The victorious moment of earning that elusive "Victory Royale" is fleeting but powerful — a perfect digital win in a world where things often feel out of control. But as the narrator jumps off the screen, expecting celebration and connection, reality hits.

The second verse brings us back to the silence of an empty home. The victory feels hollow because, despite the triumph in the game, the narrator is left facing the same cold, empty kitchen. The father, who promised to return with milk, is nowhere to be found. The house feels colder and emptier than the virtual world, and the narrator is left wondering if the next moment will bring the father home — or if they’ll always be waiting for something that may never come. The kitchen, devoid of life, reflects the hollow emptiness that the narrator feels deep down. It’s not just the absence of milk; it’s the absence of love, connection, and hope.

The song’s chorus captures this struggle: The victory feels like a dream, but the world outside the screen is harsh, cold, and unforgiving. The narrator is caught between the digital success of Fortnite and the crushing reality of loneliness, where no one is around to share the win with. The emptiness in the home mirrors the emptiness within the heart.

In the bridge, the song shifts toward reflection, as the narrator realizes that the game, no matter how thrilling, can never fill the void left by an absent parent. The loop of waiting, hoping, and never seeing the father return has become a painful cycle, one that the narrator can't escape. The game might offer temporary distraction, but when the screen fades, reality sets in again.

The outro leaves us with a sense of lingering hope. The narrator’s #1 Victory Royale may be a trophy in the game, but in real life, they’re still waiting for the father to come back, to fill the space that’s been left empty for too long. The kitchen’s emptiness is a symbol of this ongoing longing, and the narrator's heart, though full of achievement in the game, still yearns for something much more meaningful. They hold on to the hope that, one day, the father will return and make everything feel whole again.

This song is for anyone who has found comfort in the digital world when real life felt too hard. It's for those who understand the loneliness of waiting for something that may never come, and for those who have ever found victory in a game, only to realize that it's not enough to heal the wounds of a broken heart.

"Fortnite Victory Royale, Dad Never Came Home" is a powerful anthem of emotional vulnerability, combining the catharsis of pop-punk with the universal experience of longing, loss, and the search for connection. It’s a story of finding victory in a world of digital battles while struggling to win the real fight for love and belonging. Whether you're a gamer, a pop-punk fan, or someone who's ever felt like the world’s passing you by, this song speaks to the heart of that shared experience.

No Milk

Jumping with Joy – A Joyful Acoustic Tribute to Motherhood
Genre: Folk | Singer-Songwriter | Acoustic | Pregnancy Tribute

“Jumping with Joy” continues the emotional journey begun in “Hi Mum, It’s Me Sophie,” celebrating the profound connection between a mother and her unborn child. Told from the baby’s perspective, this light-hearted and uplifting track captures the shared excitement and movement—literally and emotionally—of life before birth.

With playful tones and acoustic warmth, the song evokes the feeling of being alive and connected even before meeting. It's a joyful celebration of anticipation, bonding, and the beautiful rhythm of early life.

📌 Released 29 May 2025 – All rights reserved.

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Jumping with joy

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A mother singing to her daughter as she waits for her arrival

Little Star - Lullaby

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Mi Mate Music – Giving Sound to Silent Struggles

Mi Mate Music is a purpose-driven creative project transforming lived experiences into powerful, emotionally charged tracks. Founded by Dennis Weston, this initiative supports individuals—particularly war veterans living with invisible injuries such as PTSD and other mental health conditions—in expressing what too often goes unsaid.

Through music, we help broken people tell their stories in ways that are honest, raw, and empowering. These tracks are more than just songs—they are lived moments, captured in sound.

Our mission is twofold: to support healing through creative expression, and to foster greater understanding of the silent battles many veterans and others endure daily. Every lyric and every beat is crafted to inspire empathy, connection, and insight into the challenges of mental health injuries.

Whether you're navigating your own journey or seeking to understand someone else's, Mi Mate Music offers a soundtrack grounded in truth, resilience, and hope.

Your support helps us continue turning real stories into music that matters.

Publisher of Christian inspirational books, music, and support materials.

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