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  books for pregnancy: The Mother of All Pregnancy Books Ann Douglas, 2012-07-09 The ultimate guide to conception, birth, and everything in between Unlike those other bossy, tell-you-what-to-do pregnancy books, this funny, entertaining guide presents expectant parents with all the facts they need to know about conception, birth, and everything in between. Celebrating the 10th anniversary of this favorite guide to pregnancy and birth, this new edition is easier-to-use, fully updated, and has a fresh and appealing new design. The Mother of All Pregnancy Books features a friendly, fresh, and fun approach to the greatest adventure life has to offer. Based on the best advice from over 100 parents and a panel of experts, it is packed with tons of nuts-and-bolts information and presents expectant parents with all the facts on such perennial hot topics as pain relief during labor, episiotomy, and circumcision, and empowering expectant parents to make informed personal choices. A complete guide to how it may feel—both physically and emotionally - to be pregnant The Pregnancy Roadmap: a week-by-week; month-by-month; and trimester-by-trimester overview of the key pregnancy milestones Pregnancy Q&As Baby Gear 101 Your postpartum body The truth about pregnancy brain If you're looking for the inside scoop on what it's really like to have a baby, you've come to the right place.
  books for pregnancy: The Healthy Pregnancy Book William Sears, Martha Sears, 2013-09-24 From America's leading authorities in childcare comes the definitive guide to having a healthy pregnancy -- and a healthy baby. The Healthy Pregnancy Cookbook guides expectant mothers and fathers through all stages of pregnancy from preconception through birth, focusing on how to enhance the health of mother and baby: How to grow a smarter and healthier baby How your baby is developing, and how you may be changing both emotionally and physically Eating right for two, with a helpful list of pregnancy superfoods Exercise and keeping fit during your pregnancy Concerns and questions you may have about test and technology, genetic counseling, and childbirth options How to protect the womb environment and recognize potential household hazards Advice on working while pregnant Choosing the right healthcare provider and childbirth class The transition into parenthood And much more... Written in the Searses' trademark reassuring tone that makes their books long-term bestsellers, The Healthy Pregnancy Book is the must-have resource to fit the greater demands of today's savvy parents.
  books for pregnancy: Pregnancy Care Book Mary Michèle Farrugia, Bob Hilderley, Jacqueline Thomas, Paul Bernstein, Mount Sinai Hospital (Toronto, Ont.), 2009 Essential reading for anyone who is thinking about becoming pregnant or is already pregnant. This comprehensive book features extensive yet easy-to-understand information on everything related to pregnancy, from preconception to birth. The highly readable presentation style covers the following areas: Part 1 -- Before You Become Pregnant: everything from genetics basics to avoiding risks such as food toxins Part 2 -- Your First Trimester (Months 1 to 3): information on screening tests, diet and nutrition Part 3 -- Your Second Trimester (Months 4 to 6): everything from body changes to personal care to exercising safely Part 4 -- Your Third Trimester (Months 7 to 9): birth and newborn planning, childbirth classes and preparing for labor Part 5 -- Your Labor and Delivery: birth positions, labor stages, special deliveries and interventions Part 6 -- After Your Baby Is Born: information on newborn care, healthy parenthood and diet and exercise for breast-feeding mothers Health conditions and complications specific to each trimester are featured, as is an FAQ section. With extensive charts, tables and illustrations, and a full-color presentation, this book will appeal to a wide range of consumers. Mount Sinai Hospital is one of the top teaching hospitals in North America and one of Canada's pre-eminent patient care, research and academic health science centers.
  books for pregnancy: The New Zealand Pregnancy Book Sue Pullon, Becky Bliss, 2004-06 This book is written for the New Zealand context. The simplest questions are answered, from deciding to have a baby through to the first months of a child's life. Medical knowledge is clearly presented and a full range of issues is addressed - from what kind of nappies, advantages of breastfeeding or bottle-feeding, to choosing between homebirth or hospital birth. How you feel in this book is as important as what you do. Topics include: development of the foetus, your changing body, services before and after birth, ante-natal and post-natal visits, options for care and delivery, cloths, baby clothes and equipment, feeding and hygiene, coping with other commitments at work or within the family, and useful New Zealand organisations.
  books for pregnancy: The Everything Pregnancy Book Paula Ford-Martin, 2007-06-14 Recognized for its reassuring advice, authoritative information, and easy-to-understand style, The Everything Pregnancy Book, 3rd Edition is the must-have reference guide for a happy, healthy, and well-informed pregnancy. Updated, redesigned, and packed with even more information, this month-by-month resource walks moms (and dads!) to-be through the different phases of pregnancy and offers trusted information on how to: Understand and manage your physical and emotional changes Make the most of your monthly medical visits Stay active and select the right diet for you and baby Reduce the risk of complications Understand prenatal tests and diagnostic screening Choose the best labor and delivery options for you Covering every important topic from conception to delivery and beyond, The Everything Pregnancy Book, 3rd Edition promises to answer all of your questions, and more!
  books for pregnancy: The Positive Birth Book Milli Hill, 2017-03-23
  books for pregnancy: Your Pregnancy Week by Week Glade B. Curtis, Judith Schuler, 2016-05-24 The classic week-by-week guide to a happy, healthy pregnancy--celebrating over 30 years of expert advice! Doctors recommend it and pregnant couples rely on it--and you and your partner will find it indispensable! For over thirty years, Dr. Glade B. Curtis and Judith Schuler have helped millions of parents-to-be navigate and prepare for the most exciting and challenging time of their lives--and now they'll help you. With Your Pregnancy's signature week-by-week format, including illustrations of your baby, you'll easily and comfortably follow your baby's development as it grows during these exciting 40 weeks. Whether you're a first-time parent just learning to navigate pregnancy or an experienced pro, Your Pregnancy Week by Week is the perfect, comprehensive resource to guide you through your pregnancy. In this eighth edition, Dr. Curtis and Schuler address today's most pressing questions and concerns, including: Detailed descriptions and illustrations of baby's development Information on medical tests and procedures Tips on nutrition, your overall health and how it affects your growing baby Safe and easy weekly exercises to help you stay in shape Covering a wide range of new topics such as elective delivery, electronic cigarettes, pregorexia, salt-therapy spas, belly bands before and after pregnancy, and men preparing for pregnancy, Your Pregnancy Week by Week makes sure you and your partner will have everything you need to know at your fingertips--for this pregnancy and for any to follow.
  books for pregnancy: The Mother of All Pregnancy Books Ann Douglas, 2009-12-14 Whether you?re an expectant parent or you?re just thinking about it, this comprehensive guide features a nonbossy, fresh, and fun approach to the greatest adventure life has to offer. Based on the best advice from over 100 Canadian parents, this information is served up with a uniquely Canadian spin. Never one to shy away from the tough topics, Ann Douglas addresses the concerns that all parents have to consider when facing pregnancy. With over 225,000 ?Mother of All? books sold in Canada, Ann Douglas provides the inside scoop on what it?s really like to have a baby The straight goods on preparing your body for pregnacy Practical advice on how to increase your chances for conceiving quickly The top ten worries for each trimester -- with a hefty dose of reassurance A glossary of pregnancy -- and birth-related terms A sneak peek of life after baby This book is the manual for those looking for real-world advice to help them during all the stages of pregnancy, from conception to birth and all that can occur throughout!
  books for pregnancy: The Christian Mama's Guide to Having a Baby Erin MacPherson, 2013 Everything you need to know about pregnancy--from weight gain to stretch marks to figuring out how to rely on Christ through the ups and downs of the next nine months. This comprehensive guide is packed with information that every newly pregnant Christian mama needs--including: help for pregnancy insomnia, morning sickness, weight gain and more advice on how to maintain a godly attitude and outlook during pregnancy--even when you're feeling anything but godly what to expect from doctor check-ups, your encounters with the scale and labor and delivery tips on how to survive food cravings, aversions, and even dreaded pregnancy exercise healthy eating advice for pregnancy that doesn't outright ban ice cream sundaes ideas on how to keep your marriage a priority when you're pregnant, including a guide for Christian dads-to-be and even pregnancy sex tips This detailed guide takes you through each trimester with helpful tips, humorous accounts, and supportive spiritual advice--all with a girlfriend-to-girlfriend approach that will help moms feel comfortable as they navigate this life-changing time.
  books for pregnancy: Pregnancy in Practice Sallie Han, 2013-07-01 Babies are not simply born—they are made through cultural and social practices. Based on rich empirical work, this book examines the everyday experiences that mark pregnancy in the US today, such as reading pregnancy advice books, showing ultrasound “baby pictures” to friends and co-workers, and decorating the nursery in anticipation of the new arrival. These ordinary practices of pregnancy, the author argues, are significant and revealing creative activities that produce babies. They are the activities through which babies are made important and meaningful in the lives of the women and men awaiting the child’s birth. This book brings into focus a topic that has been overlooked in the scholarship on reproduction and will be of interest to professionals and expectant parents alike.
  books for pregnancy: The Second Baby Book Sarah Ockwell-Smith, 2019-03-07 'The thing about having a second baby is it's likely to differ a lot from your first experience. Sarah Ockwell's Smith's guide looks at the challenges you might face along with some practical tips to consider. The book offers a friendly feel that reminds us issues and all, we'll be just fine' Mirror, Best Baby Books for Parents 2020 Having a second baby is a very different experience from having your first, yet there is little recognition of the wide range of issues that need to be considered when bringing a second child into the family. In this incredibly helpful book, Sarah Ockwell-Smith helps parents feel more positive and prepared for life with two children. The book begins with the obvious question: when is the right time to add another member to the family? It then goes on to examine the specific issues that can arise with a second pregnancy and birth; the common concerns about siblings, such as how to prepare your firstborn for what's to come; how to cope with the practicalities of life with two young children (aka actually managing to get anything done!); and the feelings parents are likely to experience, too. The Second Baby Book examines all the questions and issues Sarah herself faced second time around, as well as sharing the experiences of the many parents who have sought her advice. It also highlights what scientific studies reveal about such issues as the spacing of children and the differences between first and second births. Practical, insightful and honest, this book will help you understand the challenges ahead but, more importantly, it will equip you to meet them with knowledge, confidence and a sense of excitement for the future.
  books for pregnancy: Expecting Mindfully Sona Dimidjian, Sherryl H. Goodman, 2019-04-04 Unlike other mindfulness resources for moms and moms-to-be, this compassionate book is grounded in mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, a proven program. The authors are leading experts on the emotional challenges of pregnancy and early parenting--and how to overcome them. Guided meditations and gentle yoga practices help you build crucial skills to prevent depression, ease anxiety, and minimize stress during this unique and important phase of your life. Clear suggestions for how to follow the program day by day are accompanied by moving reflections from a circle of mothers working through the same steps. In a convenient large-size format, the book features journaling exercises and other practical tools (you can download and print additional copies as needed). The companion website also includes audio downloads narrated by renowned meditation teacher Sharon Salzberg, plus video clips of prenatal yoga practices.
  books for pregnancy: Pregnancy Day by Day Paula Amato, Maggie Blott, 2013-12-23 An illustrated reference for expectant parents explains in intricate detail every stage of a pregnancy, in a comprehensive resource that also covers labor, birth, and life with a new baby.
  books for pregnancy: Expecting Better Emily Oster, 2013-08-22 FREAKONOMICS meets WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU'RE EXPECTING in this groundbreaking guidebook. Award-winning Emily Oster debunks myths about pregnancy to empower women while they're expecting. Pregnancy is full of rules. Pregnant women are often treated as if they were children, given long lists of items to avoid-alcohol, caffeine, sushi- without any real explanation from their doctors about why. They hear frightening and contradictory myths about everything from weight gain to sleeping on your back to bed rest from friends and pregnancy books. In EXPECTING BETTER, Oster shows that the information given to pregnant women is sometimes wrong and almost always oversimplified. When Oster was expecting her first child, she felt powerless to make the right decisions for her pregnancy so Oster drew on her own experience and went in search of the real facts about pregnancy using an economist's tools. Economics is the science of determining value and making informed decisions. To make a good decision, you need to understand the information available to you and to know what it means to you as an individual. EXPECTING BETTER overturns standard recommendations for alcohol, caffeine, sushi, bed rest, and induction while putting in context the blanket guidelines for fetal testing, weight gain, risks of pregnancy over the age of thirty-five, and nausea, among others. Oster offers the real-world advice one would never get at the doctor's office. Knowing that the health of your baby is paramount, readers can know more and worry less. Having the numbers is a tremendous relief-and so is the occasional glass of wine. This groundbreaking guidebook is as fascinating as it is practical.
  books for pregnancy: Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy Mayo Clinic, 2009-03-17 Book description to come.
  books for pregnancy: The Natural Pregnancy Book Aviva Jill Romm, 2011-08-17 Reading The Natural Pregnancy Book is like having your own personal herbalist and midwife at your side. Expertly written by Aviva Jill Romm, who has been providing family-centered natural health care for almost twenty years, it guides women through treating the common ills and ailments of pregnancy simply with herbs and nutrition. Aviva thoughtfully follows the woman's journey from baby's conception to birth, describing herbs that can promote and maintain a healthy pregnancy, along with those you should avoid during your term. Her herbal remedies cover such familiar concerns as anxiety, fatigue, morning sickness, and stretch marks. She also discusses the components of a healthy diet, with an emphasis on natural foods. With its detailed information and comforting voice, The Natural Pregnancy Book is a complete primer for the woman who envisions a safe pregnancy as nature intended it.
  books for pregnancy: Nurture Erica Chidi Cohen, 2017-10-24 What a gift to new and expecting moms. You have no idea the mountain and rollercoaster you're about to embark on, but Nurture somehow gives you a peek in and gives you essential information to help ground you. –Catherine McCord, founder of Weelicious and One Potato A comprehensive and judgement-free pregnancy companion: Nurture is the only all-in-one pregnancy and birthing book for modern mothers-to-be and their partners who want a more integrative approach. Author Erica Chidi Cohen has assisted countless births and helped hundreds of families ease into their new roles through her work as a doula. Nurture covers everything from the beginning months of pregnancy to the baby's first weeks. This empowering book includes: • Supportive self-care and mindfulness exercises, trimester-specific holistic remedies, nourishing foods and recipes for every month of pregnancy, and expert tips for every birth environment. • More than 40 charming and helpful illustrations, charts, and lists can be found throughout. • Dozens of important topics that every modern mom needs to know including fetal development, making choices for a hospital, home or birth center birth, the basics of breastfeeding, tips on what to expect postpartum, and more. Nurture is an all-inclusive pregnancy and birthing guide book that gives soon-to-be mothers and their partners the information they need to make decisions, feel confident, and enjoy the beauty of creating new life. Nurture is a thoughtful and helpful gift for expecting mothers and their partners. Erica Chidi is co-founder and CEO of Loom in Los Angeles, CA. She began her work in San Francisco, volunteering as a doula within the prison system, working with pregnant inmates. She went on to build a successful doula and health education practice in Los Angeles and has been featured in Women's Health, Vogue, Goop, The Cut and Marie Claire.
  books for pregnancy: The Pregnancy Journal A. Christine Harris, 2016-08-16 An updated edition of the million-selling guide that accompanies you through the days, weeks, and months of your pregnancy. A modern classic translated into a dozen languages, The Pregnancy Journal provides daily entries that update you on your baby’s development—as well as guiding you through the best health and nutrition decisions for both of you. With more than a million-and-half copies sold worldwide, this one-of-a-kind guide is the ultimate resource for today’s expecting mother, now in its updated fourth edition.
  books for pregnancy: The Complete Book of Pregnancy & Childbirth Sheila Kitzinger, 1996
  books for pregnancy: We're Pregnant! the First Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook Adrian Kulp, 2018-04-24 Being a great first-time dad doesn't mean being perfect. It means having the tools you need to be a supportive partner during and after pregnancy--which is exactly what We're Pregnant! The First-Time Dad's Pregnancy Handbook is all about. From heartburn and headaches to birth and breastfeeding, We're Pregnant! features practical, action-oriented pregnancy advice from the author of the Dad or Alive blog, Adrian Kulp, a (once clueless) dad who's been there and done that--three times, in fact!
  books for pregnancy: Pregnancy Notes: Before, During and After Rujuta Diwekar, 2020-03-13 About the Book A NECESSARY AID FOR EVERY INDIAN WOMAN WHO IS PREGNANT OR HAS RECENTLY HAD A BABY If you are preparing for pregnancy, are pregnant or have just delivered, Pregnancy Notes has got you covered. Rujuta Diwekar takes you through the journey, with tips for even before you get pregnant, till and after you deliver your bundle of joy. Each stage includes notes on food, exercise and recovery. Also included are heritage recipes from across the country, so you can mine the wisdom of our grandmothers. This is a must-have guide for every woman who is pregnant or wants to know more about pregnancy.
  books for pregnancy: New Well Pregnancy Book Mike Samuels, Nancy Samuels, 1996-06-18 Easy-to-use charts, diagrams, and checklists enhance a fully updated and accessible guide for parents-to-be that covers every phase and aspect of pregnancy, including prenatal care, hormonal changes, and birthing options.
  books for pregnancy: Growing You Korie Herold, 2020-03-17 Your pregnancy story is a special one. Document your most precious moments from this season of life in this elegant keepsake journal and memory book. Growing You is a place to celebrate and chronicle your pregnancy journey, reflecting on the growth, anticipation, and memories that you want to hold onto as a mother. This heirloom-quality book, created by the author of the popular baby book As You Grow, is designed with a timeless look and archival paper so that you can one day pass it along to your child. Growing You includes: Space to journal your feelings and experiences about pregnancy and your birth story A section to document your prenatal appointments and growth Writing prompts to record precious milestones such as baby showers and prepping your nursery Pages to document your baby's birth day Pocket folder for sonogram photos, letters from loved ones, and other mementos And more! Special Features: Chic, gender-neutral design Elegant linen cover Acid-free and archival paper Generous trim size offers ample space for photos Lay-flat design created by a beautiful gold spiral binding allows you to easily write in the book
  books for pregnancy: The Pregnancy Book William Sears (M.D.), Martha Sears, Linda Hughey Holt, 1997 Covers topics ranging from the emotional effects of pregnancy and bodily changes to fetal development and what to expect during delivery
  books for pregnancy: The Science of Pregnancy DK, 2019-10-29 Follow the amazing journey of the earliest stages of human life, with month-by-month development shown in unprecedented detail. The complex concepts and processes of emerging life are demystified with clear, jargon-free text, while exclusive 3-D images, extraordinary photographs, and detailed illustrations illuminate every aspect of human pregnancy. The largest section of the book examines the development of the baby in the womb and the parallel changes in the mother's body. Special 3-D art, illustrations, scans, and photographs show exactly how a baby changes and grows during pregnancy and how the female body adapts to carry it. A section on labor and birth explains these processes with step-by-step illustrations and easy-to-grasp text. The Science of Pregnancy also looks at the nature of human pregnancy, including how it evolved, and explores the anatomy and physiology of both the male and female reproductive systems. The mysteries of DNA and genetics are unraveled and explained in clear, illustrated detail, including patterns of inheritance and the interplay of genes and environment. Also provides straightforward, illustrated information on possible problems before, during, and after birth.
  books for pregnancy: The Healthy Pregnancy Book Sears William Snell B J Holt Linda Hughey Sears Martha, 2014-06-30 From the man who remade motherhood (Time) THE HEALTHY PREGNANCY BOOK guides expectant mothers and fathers through all stages of pregnancy from preconception through birth, focusing on how to enhance the health of mother and baby. In this uniquely authoritative and comprehensive month-by-month guide, the Searses address emotional and physical changes that take place during pregnancy, baby's brain development, healthy pregnancy habits, pregnancy superfoods, optimal weight gain, fitness, managing stress, sleep, choosing the right healthcare provider, birthing choices, the transition into parenthood, engaging personal stories, and more. Overflowing with the most up-to-date information, digestible and doable tips, and advice for every worry--and written in the Searses' trademark reassuring tone that makes their books long-term bestsellers--THE HEALTHY PREGNANCY BOOK is the must-have resource to fit the greater demands of today's savvy parents.
  books for pregnancy: The Natural Pregnancy Book, Third Edition Aviva Jill Romm, 2014-08-05 A revised and updated edition of the classic handbook for women seeking a safe, organic, eco-friendly, and natural pregnancy, featuring an integrative-based approach with new medical, herbal, and nutritional information. Over the last two decades, The Natural Pregnancy Book has ushered thousands of women through happy and healthy pregnancies. Addressing women's health from conception to birth, Dr. Romm describes herbs that can promote and maintain a healthy pregnancy, and allays such familiar concerns as anxiety, fatigue, morning sickness, and stretch marks. She also discusses the components of a healthy diet, with an emphasis on natural foods. New to this edition is integrative health advice based on Dr. Romm's new credentials as a Yale-trained physician, combined with her twenty years of experience as a midwife and herbalist.
  books for pregnancy: The 30-Minute Pregnancy Workout Book Anna Aberg, 2014-05-27 A Fresh and Effective Approach to Staying Toned During Pregnancy—in just 30 Quick Minutes a Day At Home or on the Road Pregnancy is no time to let yourself go—and with Anna Aberg's surprisingly efficient light weight program, the forty weeks of waiting may even be a time to get stronger and fitter! When Aberg—a former Miss Sweden and personal trainer—was pregnant with her first child, she couldn't find an exercise routine that would increase her fitness while safeguarding her pregnancy. Stretching, yoga, and light aerobics—standard fare for pregnant women—weren't enough for this high-performance mom-to-be. Aberg developed a daily regimen of 2- to 10-pound weight training that could be done anywhere at any time. The system she developed and perfected to keep herself in shape is all here, divided into three sets for each trimester of pregnancy. It focuses on abs, arms, thighs, butts, and shoulders and promises: increased strength, enhanced endurance, a cap on body fat and more flexibility. Aberg's 30-Minute Pregnancy Workout Book will tone any mother and keep truly active exercisers in peak condition throughout their pregnancies.
  books for pregnancy: The Jewish Pregnancy Book Sandy Falk, Daniel Judson, 2012-06-14 A first-of-its-kind guide to nourishing your pregnancy with wisdom from Jewish tradition. B’shah Tovah! You’re pregnant! With all the changes happening to your body right now, it would be easy to focus only on the physical aspects of this life-changing event. But pregnancy is also a spiritually meaningful period in life, a time to reflect and comfort the soul. The Jewish Pregnancy Book is the first resource to nurture the body, mind and soul of the pregnant woman by combining up-to-date medical information with spiritual nourishment from Jewish tradition. For the soul—Ancient and modern prayers and rituals for each stage of pregnancy, as well as traditional Jewish wisdom on pregnancy. For the body—Pre-natal Aleph-Bet yoga, a unique blend of yoga and spirituality inspired by the letters of the Hebrew alphabet. For the mind—Medical information on topics such as fetal development, pre-natal testing, and potential pregnancy problems, as well as discussions from a contemporary Jewish perspective on ethical issues such as selective reduction and home birth. In clear, easy-to-follow, accessible language, this groundbreaking handbook guides you through the miraculous and challenging process of creation, engaging your whole being in a uniquely Jewish way.
  books for pregnancy: The Pregnancy Countdown Book Susan Magee, Kara Nakisbendi, 2006 The average pregnancy lasts 280 days, and the suspense can be excruciating! This book begins on day 280 and counts down the biggest milestones along the way-with a page of helpful information for each day of the pregnancy. There are tips from doctors and midwives, anecdotes and quotes and more in such categories as Doctor's Orders, Advice from the Trenches and To-Do List. Here is valuable information in an entertaining format for moms- and dads-to-be.
  books for pregnancy: The Working Woman's Pregnancy Book Marjorie Greenfield, 2008-10-01 This up-to-date guide addresses all the subjects you would expect to find in an authoritative book on pregnancy plus issues of special concern to the 60 to 80 percent of women who hold jobs during their pregnancies: . Is my workplace safe for my developing baby? . When should I tell my employer that I am expecting? . How can I handle the discomforts of pregnancy when I need to work? . What laws will protect me when I take medical leave? The answers to these questions and myriad others can be found in the pages of this practical and reassuring book.Dr. Marjorie Greenfield draws from her experiences as an obstetrician and working mom, and from more than a hundred interviews with mothers ranging from factory workers to high-powered attorneys, to create a unique resource for working women. Dr. Greenfield includeschecklists for multitasking working moms-to-be, helpful illustrations, stories and advice from experienced mothers, and information on everything from planning a pregnancy to balancing life after the baby is born. The Working Woman s Pregnancy Book is an invaluable expert resource that will inform, reassure, and empower any working woman throughout the miraculous journey of her pregnancy.
  books for pregnancy: The Pregnancy and Baby Book DK, 2013-02-01 Now in PDF. A refreshing new look into the world of pregnancy and parenting Celebrate the joy of having a baby and becoming a parent with The Pregnancy and Baby Book. Filled with facts and practical advice about pregnancy and birth through to childcare for the first three years, you'll also find helpful information on bringing up baby number 2. No matter how much time your busy parent-to-be schedule allows, you'll be able to obtain all the essentials of pregnancy and childcare. Parental instincts and nesting, birthing, bathing and feeding are all covered in this pregnancy book. Addresses real concerns such as maternity wardrobe dilemmas, which risks are real and which aren't, and How do I know if something is wrong with my baby? You'll also find ideas on how to care for and entertain your baby once it arrives and how to adapt to life afterwards. Whether you're looking for the perfect gift for new parents-to-be or are searching for a comprehensive book for your own needs, The Pregnancy and Baby Book is guaranteed to bring joy on arrival.
  books for pregnancy: The Pregnancy & Birth Book Miriam Stoppard, 1988
  books for pregnancy: Planning for Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, 1996 This definitive sourcebook, now in its expanded second edition, contains all the essential information a woman needs to know about her pregnancy. Created by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, the country's most prestigious organization of physicians dedicated to improving women's health care, Planning Pregnancy, Birth, and Beyond provides women with the most up-to-date, scientifically accurate information about preconception, prenatal, and postpartum care. It covers every aspect of pregnancy and birth, including those that relate to special needs or problems: What to do before you get pregnant to improve your chances of having a healthy baby; recommendations for prenatal care, testing, and counseling; what to expect month-by-month during your pregnancy; new illustrations of month-by-month fetal development; vital information about all risk factors, warning signs, and complications; a step-by-step guide to each stage of labor and delivery; important facts to know about your newborn; reassuring advice on what happens to you after your baby is born; an update on the new technology for genetic disorders; expanded sections on prenatal and postpartum exercises; and more. This one-of-a-kind resource, designed to encourage a woman's active, informed participation in her health care and pregnancy, answers virtually every question she might have during this important time in her life. Special features include a personal diary to chart a pregnancy's progress, a glossary of medical terms, and dozens of detailed illustrations to clarify information. Compiled by the nation's most trusted authority on women's health care, and representing the collective wisdom and experience of leading experts in the field, this outstanding reference has already guided more than 200,000 parents-to-be through pregnancy and birth.--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved
  books for pregnancy: Pregnancy The Naked Truth Anya Hayes, Hollie Smith, 2016-06-27 Pregnancy: the naked truth is a refreshing alternative to the medical pregnancy tomes. It is down-to-earth, funny and honest, guiding women through each stage of pregnancy in a practical and reassuring way. It deals with issues other books may avoid, and answers questions you’d want to ask your best friend: I got drunk before I knew – is my baby ok? What’s an episiotomy? Are piles inevitable? Can I still have sex when I’m huge? And will I enjoy it?! Aimed at ‘modern girls’ – women who may be concerned about the effect of a baby on their lifestyle, bodies and careers, as well as excited about the next step in their lives – the book supports you through your pregnancy journey.
  books for pregnancy: What Next an Honest Handbook for Single, Expecting Mothers Sonja Dilbeck, 2010-12 What Next is a handbook for single pregnant females with girlfriend-to-girlfriend perspective on the basics of being single and pregnant in a direct manner. While bringing humor and realism to the reader, it tackles topics on telling the father or not, adoption or abortion or keeping the child, working with budgets, preparation checklists and more. It is a simple look at the basics for women who are facing this situation alone. This handbook is not a comprehensive reference created by a host of doctors, lawyers or other lofty professionals. This handbook was created by a single mother who has been there and done it and is willing to be open, honest and sometimes a bit harsh. If you want some honesty and help, this handbook is for you. This handbook is unlike any others!
  books for pregnancy: The Day-by-day Pregnancy Book Dorling Kindersley Publishing Staff, 2014-01-16 The complete guide to pregnancy, day-by-day Fully updated to reflect changes in medical practice, this new edition of the bestselling The Day-by-Day Pregnancy Book provides comprehensive pregnancy advice from a team of experts. No other pregnancy book provides this level of detail, allied with such extraordinary photographs, 3D scans and illustrations which reveal in unprecedented clarity exactly what is happening to you and your baby every single day. From early foetal development to how your hormones prepare you for birth, learn from world-class experts. Plus, obstetricians, midwives and parents advise on your baby's development, medical matters, your changing body, diet, fitness and much more. The Day-by-Day Pregnancy Book (previous ISBN 9781405332101) includes a special hour-by-hour rundown of what to expect during and immediately after birth, plus further reassurance for the first two weeks of your baby's life, will give a helping hand through the culmination of your pregnancy, from pain relief to those first intimate and unique moments between you and your child.
  books for pregnancy: Pregnancy Encyclopedia DK, 2016-04-05 The Pregnancy Encyclopedia is an engaging and accessible question-and-answer guide to some of the most commonly asked questions about pregnancy, packed with full-color photographs and illustrations and adapted for Canada by Dr. Beth Cruickshank. The Pregnancy Encyclopedia has answers to all your questions--including the ones you haven't even thought of yet. Top experts in the field offer encyclopedic coverage of the topics relating to pregnancy and birth, from fertility and family planning to nutrition and exercise to lifestyle changes, planning for the future, and more. In all, this comprehensive guide covers more than 300 topics of interest to expecting mothers and their partners. The Pregnancy Encyclopedia is the only book that uses an engaging Q&A style with accompanying full-color photographs, illustrations, and infographics to help you understand what's going on with your baby, your partner, and yourself.
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