Author : Yvonne Bohn
Publisher : Da Capo Lifelong Books
Page : 540 pages
File Size : 40,19 MB
Release : 2011-05-03
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 0738214604
From three top ob/gyn's--the personalities of the television series "Deliver Me"--comes this comprehensive pregnancy resource that's medically reliable and mom-to-mom relatable.
Author : Mayo Clinic
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 628 pages
File Size : 37,72 MB
Release : 2009-03-17
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 0061828629
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Author : Shanicia Boswell
Publisher : Mango Media Inc.
Page : 301 pages
File Size : 25,20 MB
Release : 2021-03-16
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 1642504998
What to Expect When Black, Pregnant, and Expecting “This book stands as the modern-day guide to birthing while Black.” ―Angelina Ruffin-Alexander, certified nurse midwife 2021 International Book Awards finalist in Health: Women’s Health #1 New Release in Pregnancy & Childbirth and Minority Demographic Studies, Medical Ethics, and Women's Health Nursing Written with lighthearted humor and cultural context, Oh Sis, You’re Pregnant! discusses the stages of pregnancy, labor, and motherhood as they pertain to pregnant Black women today. Tailored to today’s pregnant Black woman. In the age of social media, how do pregnant women communicate their big announcement? What are the best protective hairstyles for labor? Most importantly, how many pregnancy guides focus on issues like Black maternal birth rates and what it really looks like to be Black, pregnant, and single today? Written for the modern pregnant Black woman, Oh Sis, You’re Pregnant! is the essential what to expect when you're expecting guide to understanding pregnancy from a millennial Black mom’s point of view. Interviews, stories, and advice for pregnant women. Written by Black Moms Blog founder, the book tackles hard topics in a way that truly resonate with modern Black moms. With stories from her experiences through pregnancy, labor, and motherhood, and lessons learned as a mother at twenty-two, Oh Sis, You’re Pregnant! focuses on the common knowledge Black pregnant mothers should consider when having their first baby. It also shares topics beneficial to pregnant Black women on their second, third, or fourth born. Find answers to questions: Do I financially plan for my birth? Can I maintain my relationship and friendships during motherhood? Will I self-advocate for my rights in a world that already views me as less than? If you enjoyed books like Medical Apartheid, 50 Things To Do Before You Deliver, The Girlfriends' Guide to Pregnancy, or Birthing Justice, then you’ll love Oh Sis, You’re Pregnant!
Author : Alex Lluch
Publisher : Ws Solutions
Page : 262 pages
File Size : 12,45 MB
Release : 2010-07-01
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 9781936061020
Parents and moms-to-be will love The Ultimate Pregnancy Guide & Organizer, a handy and beautifully designed kit for documenting and understanding pregnancy every step of the way. This set combines four wonderful products in one. First, it includes The Ultimate Pregnancy Guide for Expectant Mothers, an in-depth look at the day-to-day changes mother and baby will be experiencing and providing space for the mother to note her mood, energy level, weight, and any symptoms or cravings. This book takes the mystery out of pregnancy. Second, this kit provides 6 valuable worksheets: home safety and nursery checklist, doctor’s appointments worksheet, medical expenses worksheet, mom's belly measurement chart, things to purchase checklist, and a birth plan worksheet. Next, 6 folders for storing receipts, health records, prenatal information, supplies lists, birth and delivery information, and more lets expectant mothers stay organized. Finally, The Ultimate Pregnancy Guide & Organizer includes a 9-month foldout for charting pregnancy.
Author : Robin Weiss
Publisher : Fair Winds Press
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 12,39 MB
Release : 2009-02-15
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1616734434
The comfort of knowing what is going on during pregnancy combined with advice that changes each week with an expectant mother’s body will warm the heart and well as calm the nerves. This fully illustrated pregnancy guide gives an expectant mothers week-by-week information on their body and the child’s physical development; and then explains what they should do at each week of pregnancy for an optimally healthy pregnancy, delivery, and baby. A chapter is devoted to each week of pregnancy and covers everything readers need to know including, baby’s size, mother’s size, what’s normal in terms of physical symptoms and development, and what could indicate a potentially serious problem. Nutritional, exercise, and lifestyle advice, tips on treating common pregnancy discomforts like morning sickness and sciatica, and pregnancy do’s and don’ts, ensure a happy and healthy mother and baby.
Author : Rachel Pepper
Publisher : Cleis Press
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 13,87 MB
Release : 2008-09-05
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1573445258
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy for Lesbians covers everything you need to make the thrilling and challenging journey to motherhood: from choosing a donor to tracking fertility to signing the right papers on the dotted lines. Rachel Pepper's lively, easy-to-read guide is the first place to go for up-to-date information and sage advice on everything from sex in the sixth month to negotiating family roles. Why a second edition? When the acclaimed first edition appeared, the author's daughter was only a few months old. This new edition takes into account the parenting know-how Pepper has developed over the intervening six years, as well as the evolving legal status of lesbian parents, and the increasing importance of the Internet for information on fertility, sperm banks, and donors. The resource section is greatly expanded, as are the sections on each trimester of pregnancy, on childbirth, and on life with a newborn. And Pepper provides more insight into preconception planning for both single lesbians and couples. An indispensable resource, The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy for Lesbians is now bigger and better.
Author : Yvette Allen-Campbell
Publisher : Page Street Publishing
Page : 226 pages
File Size : 33,41 MB
Release : 2016-12-27
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1624143202
The Only Month-By-Month Pregnancy Guide for Black Women Let’s face it: Not all pregnancies are created equal. African American women are at a higher risk for complications such as hypertension, asthma and preterm birth. That’s why Dr. Suzanne Greenidge-Hewitt and Yvette Allen-Campbell wrote this must-have pregnancy guide for women of color. Suzanne has over 26 years of experience as a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist, and Yvette is a leader in education. Together they walk you through the multiple stages of pregnancy, advise on how to best avoid common health issues and dispel rumors, all with authority and personality. With month-by-month overviews, soul food recipes beneficial to pregnant women, checklists for doctor visits, a play-by-play of delivery options and even tips for keeping the romance alive, this book has everything you’ll need for the next 9 months and beyond. With all your questions answered and all your fears laid to rest, Black, Pregnant and Loving It will allow you to enjoy your pregnancy and go on to deliver the beautiful baby you’ve been waiting for.
Author : John Nero
Publisher :
Page : 236 pages
File Size : 31,46 MB
Release : 2021-07-09
Category :
ISBN :
With these simple tricks and tactics, you'll get through her pregnancy successfully... and master every step of the way. Are you finding it hard to tell whether you're excited or just scared pantsless? Of course, you're excited, but still, what the heck are you supposed to do now? Relax, and take a deep breath -- all dads have been in your same shoes once before. Finding out that you're going to be a dad is one of the most rewarding moments in life, but yes, it certainly comes with a lot of questions and concerns. But the good news is that you're not alone! And the even better news is that all the information you're ever going to need already exists. The crazy moments you could never see coming... well, now you can prepare for them. The emotional roller coaster your significant other is about to take you on -- we're going to put you in the driver's seat. Those 10 million thoughts bouncing around in your head -- it's time to put some structure to it all and relax into a well-organized plan of attack. This doesn't have to be a stressful and confusing time in your life. In fact, it shouldn't be. With these powerful insights and knowledge from fathers around the world, you'll soon find yourself feeling prepared and ready for your new best friend to enter this beautiful world. Set that confusion aside and step into a position of personal empowerment, knowing that no matter what comes your way, you're going to be ready for it. In The Pregnancy Guide For Men, you'll discover: How to navigate everything that is expected of you -- without feeling overwhelmed and like you're losing it The biggest challenges you're going to face during pregnancy -- and simple (but effective) ways to overcome them Month by month guidance -- from the pregnancy test to when she's in that hospital bed, ensure that you never miss a beat Why you need to have a birth plan -- and how you can lead the way into setting one up successfully A deeper look into how your significant other will feel throughout each stage of the process so you can help her through her emotional storms The pros and cons of finding out your baby's sex beforehand -- and how either stance will bring your family a ton of joy What you need to do before labor is induced that'll make everyone's life so much easier ... and much more! Whether her pregnancy caught you by surprise or you've been anticipating it, now is the time for you to step it up. With this awareness and step-by-step guidance, you're going to find yourself prepared and ready for whatever parenthood throws your way. Don't let your doubts and fears stand in the way -- you've got this! If you're ready to set your child up for the most successful life possible, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button right now.
Author : Ann Douglas
Publisher : Turner Publishing Company
Page : 362 pages
File Size : 12,19 MB
Release : 2012-07-09
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1118283422
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.
Author : Nicole M. Avena, PhD
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
Page : 242 pages
File Size : 12,55 MB
Release : 2015-06-09
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 1607746794
An approachable guide to what to eat--as opposed to what to avoid--while pregnant and nursing, to support the mother's health and the baby's development during each stage of pregnancy, with 50 recipes. New research suggests that the foods you eat during pregnancy can have lasting effects on your baby’s brain development and behavior, as well as your waistline. Drawing from the fields of medicine, nutrition, and psychology, this easy-to-follow guide, which also includes 50 recipes, gives you a clear understanding of what your body really needs and how certain foods contribute to the development of a healthy and happy baby.
