Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn: The Complete Guide
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By: Penny Simkin, Janet Whalley and Ann Keppler
Format: Paperback
From: Meadowbrook
Pub. Date: June 2001
From: Meadowbrook
Pub. Date: June 2001
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2001-07-31
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 512
Ean: 9780743212410
Isbn: 074321241X
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2001-07-31
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 512
Ean: 9780743212410
Isbn: 074321241X
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
With over one million copies in print, this is one of the best-selling books about pregnancy on the market. More complete and up-to-date than any other pregnancy guide, this remarkable book is the "bible" for childbirth educators. Now revised with:
-a greatly expanded treatment of pregnancy tests, complications, and infections
-an expanded list of drugs and medications, plus advice for uses
-a brand-new chapter on creating a detailed birth plan
Called "excellent" by the American Journal of Nursing.
-a greatly expanded treatment of pregnancy tests, complications, and infections
-an expanded list of drugs and medications, plus advice for uses
-a brand-new chapter on creating a detailed birth plan
Called "excellent" by the American Journal of Nursing.
USER REVIEWS
"I read a lot of pregnancy books, and this was the best of the bunch. Penny goes over coping mechanisms for unmedicated labor, medication options, possible complications and interventions, all in incredible detail. Also highly recommended is her companion book aimed at labor partners/coaches, "The Birth Partner"."
~ Written on 2008-09-16
~ Written on 2008-09-16
"(written by Charles' wife)I just had my 4th baby. Before each birth, I prepared myself by reviewing the birth and post-partum chapters. This is essential reading for those who hope to have a natural birth yet want to be informed about about possible interventions. The book doesn't have much on pregnancy, but that part takes care of itself. Prepare yourself for the challege and reward of a drug-free labor with this book."
~ Written on 2008-05-22
~ Written on 2008-05-22
"Penny Simkin has the talent to share her passion for supporting mothers with research based information in a very clear language.
Every pregnant couple needs this book.
Ana Paula Markel"
~ Written on 2008-04-15
Every pregnant couple needs this book.
Ana Paula Markel"
~ Written on 2008-04-15
"...from the day you get that positive test until the weeks after bringing your perfect little bundle home.
I had the most wonderful opportunity to take my childbirth education classes from Penny Simkin herself. She gave us this book, as well as "The Birth Partner," as reading materials for her class. I don't know where I would be without this. All through my pregnancy, labor, and the weeks following, I had this book by my side. It answered any possible question I could think of, and when it came down to a c-section, I was able to try to calm myself by thinking back to what I read in this book. I can't believe they were able to fit so much into so few of pages!
Great pictures and illustrations, wonderful information, and a must have for any newly pregnant mom. I would have been lost without it!"
~ Written on 2008-01-25
I had the most wonderful opportunity to take my childbirth education classes from Penny Simkin herself. She gave us this book, as well as "The Birth Partner," as reading materials for her class. I don't know where I would be without this. All through my pregnancy, labor, and the weeks following, I had this book by my side. It answered any possible question I could think of, and when it came down to a c-section, I was able to try to calm myself by thinking back to what I read in this book. I can't believe they were able to fit so much into so few of pages!
Great pictures and illustrations, wonderful information, and a must have for any newly pregnant mom. I would have been lost without it!"
~ Written on 2008-01-25
"After starting "what to expect" and being told that it was horrible I was given this book by my midwives. It is THE book every pregnant woman should read. It does cover pregancy but not all the scare tactics that you read in the other books that make you paranoid about breathing. I found it very helpful in creating a birthing plan and knowing all the options I had. I didn't have the pregnancy I thought I would have as my sons were born prematurely and didn't survive, when it happened I knew exactly what was going on. On the other hand in "what to expect" the chart that says abdominal discomfort, you may have gas or you may be going into pre-term labor. Give me a break! So again...pregnant, thinking of being pregnant, know someone who is pregnant, this is the book!"
~ Written on 2007-12-30
~ Written on 2007-12-30