Exceptional Pregnancies (Triplets) - a Survival Guide
Author : Janet L. Bleyl
Publisher :
Page : 188 pages
File Size : 11,72 MB
Release : 2000-03
Category : Childbirth
ISBN : 9780967616100
Raising Multiple Birth Children
Author : William Laut
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 13,2 MB
Release : 1999
Category : Child rearing
ISBN : 9781886284357
Book Description
A warm and witty guide for parents of twins, triplets, quadruplets, and more.
What to Do When You're Having Two
Author : Natalie Diaz
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 33,19 MB
Release : 2013-12-03
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1101631600
Book Description
Revised and updated in 2020 The creator of Twiniversity delivers an essential update to her must-have manual to having twins, now with expanded info on twin pregnancy and tandem breastfeeding, and advice on the best gear to help save your sanity. With almost two times as many sets of twins today as there were forty years ago, What to Do When You're Having Two has quickly become the definitive resource for expectant and new parents of multiples. A mom of fraternal twins and a world-renowned expert on parenting multiples, author Natalie Diaz launched Twiniversity, the world's leading global resource for twin parenting information and support online. Now, with her expanded edition of What to Do, she includes new information on breastfeeding, gear, sleep, and having two when you already have one, as well as: • creating your twin birth plan, • maintaining a realistic sleep schedule, • managing tandem breastfeeding, • stocking up on what you'll need (and knowing what high-tech products are now available and what's a waste of money), and • building a special bond with each of your twins. Accessible, informative, and humorous, What to Do When You're Having Two is the must-have manual for every parent of twins.
Twins 101
Author : Khanh-Van Le-Bucklin
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 214 pages
File Size : 20,72 MB
Release : 2008-11-03
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0470447427
Book Description
"A must-read for expectant or multitasking mothers of multiples by an academic pediatrician and mother of twins, Twins 101 provides practical tips and wise words in a readable style that fits into the fast pace of these mothers’ lives." —Theodore Sectish, MD, associate professor of pediatrics, Harvard Medical School; program director, Children’s Hospital Boston Dr. Le-Bucklin's new parenting book is the first by a pediatrician who is also a mother of twins. No other pregnancy and parenting book for multiples offers this unique and much-needed perspective. Twins 101 features practical advice and well-researched information in an easy-to-read format. From maintaining a healthy twin pregnancy to meeting the daily challenge of caring for twins, Twin 101 guides families through each stage with insightful tips, practical advice, useful resources, and inspirational stories.
Multiple Pregnancy
Author : Isaac Blickstein
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 1544 pages
File Size : 32,16 MB
Release : 2005-03-08
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1842142399
Book Description
Establishing the study of multiple pregnancy and the perinatal care of children from multiple births as a recognized specialty within maternal-fetal medicine, the first edition of Multiple Pregnancy was a landmark publication. Fully revised, this new Second Edition has been expanded to include more on epidemiology, biologic mechanisms, the impact of infertility treatments, prenatal diagnosis, and fetal therapy. The book presents all facets of the clinical, psychosocial, and practical issues of multiple gestation and the care of multiplets.
Prenatal Assessment of Multiple Pregnancy
Author : Isaac Blickstein
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 15,74 MB
Release : 2018-04-17
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1134223056
Book Description
Following on from the success of their previous standard textbook on Multiple Pregnancy, the authors have refocused their attention on prenatal assessment in multiple pregnancy and come up with condensed and revised material in a free-standing text. Multiple pregnancies are associated with higher levels of morbidity and fetal distress, and so effective and rapid diagnosis of problems is paramount. Those clinicians who would not have a practical application for all the aspects covered comprehensively in the earlier work will find this volume a clinically orientated and extremely useful addition to their working library.
The Multiple Pregnancy Sourcebook
Author : Nancy Bowers
Publisher : McGraw-Hill Education
Page : 430 pages
File Size : 47,2 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9780737303063
Book Description
In the past 10 years the number of twin births has risen 52 percent and the number of higher-order multiples has increased more than 400 percent! Written by a perinatal nurse specializing in multiple birth education, The Multiple Pregnancy Sourcebook explores the physical, financial, and emotional challenges of this high-risk condition. Included is an extensive list of support resources.
How Men Have Babies
Author : Alan Thicke
Publisher :
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 28,17 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Fathers
ISBN : 9781588720603
Book Description
There are books written especially from the perspective on how to parent, and how to participate in the birth -- but none on how to be pregnant. Until now. What you hold in your hand is a combination sage advice, expert opinion, and side-splitting truths on the up and downside of pregnancy for men. Alan Thicke, one of America's favorite funny men and father of three, with a little help from father-friends -- including Ray Romano, Wayne Gretzky, and Dave Barry -- has written the ultimate how-to guide for dads-to-be. Alan provides the real information and comic relief necessary to assure that your sense of humor doesn't fall victim to your pregnancy, as he expertly guides you through each step of the nine months. From breasts to birthing class, How Men Have Babies is about pregnancy from a man's perspective, intended to get him involved early and fully. Book jacket.
Managing Complications in Pregnancy and Childbirth
Author :
Publisher : World Health Organization
Page : 393 pages
File Size : 47,20 MB
Release : 2003
Category : Childbirth
ISBN : 9241545879
Book Description
The emphasis of the manual is on rapid assessment and decision making. The clinical action steps are based on clinical assessment with limited reliance on laboratory or other tests and most are possible in a variety of clinical settings.
Everything You Need to Know to Have a Healthy Twin Pregnancy
Author : Gila Leiter
Publisher : Dell
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 45,18 MB
Release : 2013-07-31
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0307834034
Book Description
Twins...triplets...quads...finally! The book that answers all your questions about multiple birth--written by a doctor who is a mother of twins herself Over ten years ago when Dr. Gila Leiter, herself an OB/GYN,was pregnant with twins, the book she desperately needed wasn'tavailable. Now it is: Everything You Need to Know to Have a Healthy Twin Pregnancy. Taking you step-by-step through the processes of pregnancy and birth, Dr. Leiter shares her professional and personal expertise, providing answers to all your questions, plus practical know-how, psychological support, and extensive resources for this most joyous--and overwhelming--experience, whether you're having two babies...or four! Learn: The latest in fertility treatments and reproductive technology,and the probable outcome What to expect, trimester by trimester Concrete suggestions for working through your hopes, fears, and fantasies Who should seek genetic counseling How to avoid preterm labor and premature delivery--and what to do if it's unavoidable Recommended vitamins and minerals--plus do's and don'ts All about medications: what you can take, can't take, must take What you should know if you're going to have a C-section Specific ideas for nurturing yourself and reducing stress The birthing process and what to expect in the delivery room Twelve questions to ask the doctor you're considering choosing for your pediatrician What it's like to bring babies home--and what you'll needto manage your new family And much more
