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The Pregnancy Book: A Month-by-Month Guide
by William Sears, M. D., Martha Sears, R. N. and Linda Hughey Holt, M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
In this definitive month-by-month guide, baby experts Bill and Martha Sears team up with one of America's leading obstetricians to bring you the most comprehensive book on pregnancy of all time. The book presents the changes occurring in the womb step-by-step, so that you can better appreciate why your body behaves the way it does, why you feel the way you do, and how you can take an active role in your own comfort and well-being as well as that of your child.
For each stage of pregnancy, the Searses and Dr. Holt take you through questions you may have, key decisions you will face, and other important issues to keep in mind, including:
• Creating a healthy womb environment—from understanding potential household hazards to avoiding harmful substances, such as alcohol and drugs.
• Choosing health-care providers, selecting childbirth classes, and making changes in your work schedule.
• How your baby is growing, as well as changes you may expect both physically and emotionally
• Concerns you may have, including tests and technology, genetic counseling, childbirth options, and bonding with your preborn baby.
• Essential information on eating right for two
• Helpful tips on everything from overcoming morning sickness to exercising and keeping fit and traveling while pregnant
In their usual reassuring and trustworthy fashion, the Searses give you everything you need to know about these momentous nine months. Complete with a special section on labor and delivery as well as a chapter for postpartum mothers, The Pregnancy Book is a must-have reference for every prospective parent.
About the authors: William Sears, M.D., received his pediatric training at Harvard Medical School's Children's Hospital and Toronto's Hospital for Sick Children. He has practiced as a pediatrician for more than thirty years. Martha Sears is a registered nurse, childbirth educator, and breastfeeding consultant. The Searses are the parents of eight children. Drs. Robert and James Sears are both board-certified pediatricians at the Sears Family Pediatric Practice in San Clemente, California.
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