Bolding, April
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn (Revised Edition): The Complete Guide
- ISBN 13:
- 9780306833854
- author:
- Bolding, April
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Da Capo Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2025
- Pages:
- 560
- Dimensions:
- 23.2 x 18.8 x 3 centimetres (1.4
- Genre:
- Health & Wellbeing, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Science,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 2 working days
Description
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn: The Complete Guide is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. With over 1.5 million copies sold, this full-colour guide has established itself as a trusted resource for expectant parents.
Updated to include the latest information on COVID-19, CDC guidelines, and changes to dietary guides, breastfeeding, surrogacy, and more, this guide puts you in control of your maternity care. It provides clear and reassuring guidance on making informed decisions about your pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period, reflecting your individual preferences, priorities, and values.
Written in an inclusive and empowering tone, this guide covers normal, healthy processes, typical variations, and usual care practices, before discussing possible complications and care practices. It offers sensible nutrition advice, realistic birth plans, and practical advice on reducing stress during pregnancy and caring for yourself and your baby after birth.