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Summary: Excellent coverage of childbirth and taking care of newborn
Review: A friend loaned me this book early in my pregnancy. Unfortunately, I was already weighed down with other pregnancy books and didn't look at it until much later. This book provides general information on exercise, nutrition, and fetal development. IF you want more details about how the baby is developing, though, you will have to look somewhere else. It is particularly good at describing what happens during labor and many of the medical choices you have- including more options on pain relief than you are likely to be offered. I found the sections for postpartum care and taking care of the baby very helpful as well. It will get you through the first days until you have time to pick out a book on baby care.
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Summary: This is the information we wish we had when we were pregnant
Review: Giving birth is one of the most significant events in your life! The smallest details of this exciting time will remain clear in your mind for years, and even decades, into the future. We wrote Pregnancy to Parenthood to help ensure that your life-long memories of this special time will be happy and positive ones. It contains the information we wish we had been given when we were pregnant. We have found no other single source that covers all the crucial topics nor which provides all the empowering information which we've packed into these pages. From what NOT to eat during pregnancy (soft cheeses, America's best-kept secret), to an in-depth discussion of comfort measures for use during labor, and a complete guide to the care and feeding of your new little bundle--along with helpful tips for your "significant other" which are strategically placed throughout the text--this book will serve as your constant source of comfort and knowledge. We think you will agree that it is the most current and complete guide available today for pregnant women and their partners. (We even included a selection of great photos and a few original cartoons for added emphasis.) What makes us qualified to write a book about pregnancy and birth? The three of us are childbirth professionals with over 50 years of combined experience working with childbearing women. (We, of course, also had the book reviewed by physicians to ensure its medical accuracy.) However, we feel that our greatest credential is our experience as parents. The book was written by parents, for parents. We understand the concerns that accompany pregnancy--the questions, hopes, and fears that are common to expectant and new parents--and we have given special attention to these issues. Begin reading Pregnancy to Parenthood early in your pregnancy, and keep it handy to refer to often during the next couple of years. We think you'll find it one of the most worthwhile purchases you've ever made. It can be instrumental in helping you to achieve a rewarding childbirth experience and in having a healthy, happy baby. (And please remember it as a valuable gift to provide to all your pregnant friends!)
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Summary: This should be the number one pregnancy book!
Review: I found Pregnancy to Parenthood "by accident" in the book store. When I got it home and started reading it, I couldn't believe how wonderful and informative it is. I have to agree with the reviewer who said she'd trade all her pregnancy books for just this one. It gave me more birth information than any of the others. And it is so clear and understandable. Now that my baby is 6 months old, it is still the one I refer to for guidance. The breastfeeding information is the best--so supportive. You can tell that these writers have "been there." I love the great photos and the cartoons too. If you are pregnant, get this one FIRST--you won't need any others!
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Summary: This should be the number one pregnancy book!
Review: I found Pregnancy to Parenthood "by accident" in the book store. When I got it home and started reading it, I couldn't believe how wonderful and informative it is. I have to agree with the reviewer who said she'd trade all her pregnancy books for just this one. It gave me more birth information than any of the others. And it is so clear and understandable. Now that my baby is 6 months old, it is still the one I refer to for guidance. The breastfeeding information is the best--so supportive. You can tell that these writers have "been there." I love the great photos and the cartoons too. If you are pregnant, get this one FIRST--you won't need any others!
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Summary: This should be the number one pregnancy book!
Review: I found Pregnancy to Parenthood "by accident" in the book store. When I got it home and started reading it, I couldn't believe how wonderful and informative it is. I have to agree with the reviewer who said she'd trade all her pregnancy books for just this one. It gave me more birth information than any of the others. And it is so clear and understandable. Now that my baby is 6 months old, it is still the one I refer to for guidance. The breastfeeding information is the best--so supportive. You can tell that these writers have "been there." I love the great photos and the cartoons too. If you are pregnant, get this one FIRST--you won't need any others!
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Summary: Very, Very helpful
Review: I got this book beacuse I couldn't find what to Expect when your Expecting and I love it!! It is very helpful. I then got WTE and found that PTP had better information in most places. This book has more Medical information. I found that the other book said See your doctor or try the diet way to often. I would reccommend this book to anyone. I particularly liked the area that talks about how the baby is growing and what is happining to her/him.
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Summary: Excellent coverage of childbirth and taking care of newborn
Review: I had three best selling pregnancy books and this one stood above the others!! I refered to it more than the others due to the content being more "facts" rather than the "stories". Any Mom may have her own way of doing things but there are basics that you just can't expect to know based on instinct and this book spells them out in easy to read sections that are well labeled for reference. It's the best and most thorough! A MUST!
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Summary: Bible for a first time pregnancy
Review: I had three best selling pregnancy books and this one stood above the others!! I refered to it more than the others due to the content being more "facts" rather than the "stories". Any Mom may have her own way of doing things but there are basics that you just can't expect to know based on instinct and this book spells them out in easy to read sections that are well labeled for reference. It's the best and most thorough! A MUST!
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Summary: Bible for a first time pregnancy
Review: I had three best selling pregnancy books and this one stood above the others!! I refered to it more than the others due to the content being more "facts" rather than the "stories". Any Mom may have her own way of doing things but there are basics that you just can't expect to know based on instinct and this book spells them out in easy to read sections that are well labeled for reference. It's the best and most thorough! A MUST!
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Summary: The perfect pregnancy book!
Review: I loved this book for many reasons. It was just the right tone. It was not too technical, but not so elementary it was written in question/answer format. The authors gave information regarding various types of birthing methods, and not just the mainstream information. I was especially impressed with the breastfeeding information. Most of the pregnancy books I read just sped over this very important topic, not really emphasizing the importance of breastfeeding. Finally, I loved the "your pregnancy is your responsibility" approach.
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