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In this book, all parents-to-be are offered tests to check on the well-being of their unborn baby. They need clear and relevant information about the purpose, the timing and the risks of each test, as well as details of how the test will actually be performed. The book covers every prenatal test, giving the necessary amount of information on each, without overloading the reader. At each stage of pregnancy, parents can rely on it to: provide background reading before discussions with medical staf...

In an age when normal birth can still be overtaken by obstetrics, Grantly Dick-Read's philosophy is still as fresh and relevant as it was when he originally wrote this book. He unpicks the root causes of women's fears and anxiety about pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding with overwhelming heart and empathy. As one of the most influential birthing books of all time, Childbirth Without Fear is essential reading for all parents-to-be, childbirth educators, midwives and obstetricians! This defi...

Thousands of women each year have hysterectomies, yet for many of them, contends the author, this radical surgery may have been unnecessary. A pioneer in female reconstructive surgery, she offers hope to millions of women by describing what happens during a hysterectomy. She also explains why heavy or painful periods and premenstrual syndrome may not be a reason for radical surgery. This is a book for all women who want to be fully informed about a health decision which could affect them for the...

Life has to go on. Lyn Pierce's husband is dead. Now there is no need for her to worry about whether or not she can have children. Bringing babies into the world makes her happy and so she is more than contented with her life as a midwife. Then Dr Adam Fletcher joins her practice. They meet first when he rescues her from drowning and they quickly become more than just friends. But Adam loves children, and is determined to have a family. He loves Lyn as much as she loves him. But could she marry...

The complete and essential guide to birth with a doula by the "undisputed experts in the field."--Los Angeles Times. More and more parents-to-be all over the world are choosing the comfort and reassuring support of birth with a trained labor companion called a "doula." This warm, authoritative, and irreplaceable guide completely updates the authors' earlier book, Mothering the Mother, and adds much new and important research. In addition to basic advice on finding and working with a doula, the...

Why can’t I lose the extra weight? Why am I shedding like my pet golden retriever? I’m just too tired to have sex— and it hurts. What should I do? How can I tell the difference between the “baby blues” and a real depression? Why am I having so many fights with my husband? At last your baby has arrived, and you’re experiencing all the joys that come with being a new mom. But you may not have bargained on acne and enlarged feet, not to mention constipation, vaginal pain, mood swings, or perha...

These handy dip-into guides provide 50 ways to treat common complaints in a truly holistic way, as more and more people look for alternatives to traditional medicines. Many of the remedies can be made from items around the home or will encourage you to look at your complaint in a different light for a new sense of well being. This title provides helpful advice on treating and preventing pre-menstrual syndrome (PMS) with natural cures and therapies. It looks at the physical disorders such as head...

Give your baby the best start in life with this practical guide to natural pregnancy. From preconception to pregnancy and postnatal care, fertility expert and midwife Zita West takes you through this special time suggesting safe and natural ways to enhance your experience. Covering the most effective complementary treatments, from acupuncture and yoga to tips on how to boost immunity and minimize morning sickness, this is the definitive guide to enjoying a healthy and natural pregnancy. 'Zita...

For a Safe and Healthy Birth… Your Way! Giving Birth with Confidence will help take the mystery out of having a baby and help you better understand how your body works during pregnancy and childbirth, giving you the confidence to make decisions that best ensure the safety and health of you and your baby. Giving Birth with Confidence is the first and only pregnancy and childbirth guide written by Lamaze International, the leading childbirth education organization in North America. Written with a...