| Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn: The Complete Guide (medically updated) |  | Authors: Penny Simkin, Janet Whalley, Ann Keppler, Janelle Durham, April Bolding
Publisher: Meadowbrook
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Rating:  64 reviews
Media: Paperback
Edition: Original
Pages: 512
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Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.8
Dimensions (in): 9.2 x 7.1 x 0.7
ISBN: 074321241X
Dewey Decimal Number: 618.2
EAN: 9780743212410
Publication Date: July 31, 2008
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If you only buy one childbirth book, this is the one...The most complete. It covers all aspects of childbearing from conception through early infancy. It includes information on what to expect during pregnancy and birth and how you can work with your caregivers to make childbirth a happy and healthy experience. The easiest to use. It is well organized for easy reading and quick reference. There are more than 45 charts and 150 photographs and illustrations to clarify the information -- more graphic aids than any other childbirth book. The most up-to-date. It includes the latest information on clinical tests and procedures in pregnancy, childbirth, and early infancy. It also covers concerns regarding the emotional aspects of childbearing, the partner's role, comfort measures, high-risk pregnancies, medications, vaginal birth after cesarean, breastfeeding, and understanding infant behavior.
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 From pre-conception to post-partum August 9, 2010
MommyH
This is a concise, informative book.. Hits on all important things to know. And it has many things that I would've never thought I'd need to know.. Specially being a first-time mom.
 Good read and informative August 9, 2010
Selena Urban
The book was easy to read, but was informative. I would recommend it to other moms-to-be. Information on birth plans was wonderful and it was not biased to medication or natural, both were described in detail with benefits and draw backs. The information on taking care of a newborn was also great as it was not just one parenting type. Great Read!
Great, comprehensive book! June 1, 2010
Maddy Shernock (California, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This is a book that every pregnant woman should have. It contains useful information, relevant statistics, and explicit (not graphic, but well-explained) descriptions of common and uncommon medical procedures in childbirth, as well as what is to naturally be expected in labor, delivery, and postpartum health.
Especially great are the segments on how to build and enforce your birth plan, and what to look for in a birth center/hospital/healthcare provider.
Like another reviewer I did not feel that enough was said about completely natural childbirth, although the book does seem to promote drugless birth and discourage unnecessary medical interventions. The section on doula/labor companions was shorter than I'd have liked it.
The part about what to do with a baby is really great, and i can seriously say that when people say "they don't offer a book on parenting" they obviously haven't read this book! Even simple tasks like diaper changing, feeding, and entertaining/stimulating your baby are covered so that no questions are left.
Something about Everything May 16, 2010
K. Burns (Atlanta, GA)
I was impressed by this book's range of coverage. It is comprehensive and I'm sure there will be times when I will refer back to it. Each chapter has summation charts which would be helpful if you want to refer back to a topic and not have to read through the entire chapter again.
My major and probably only disappointment was its references to disabled children. Every time Down's Syndrome, Spina Bifida, or genetic disorders were mentioned- abortion was immediately followed as an option. There wasn't much mention/if any of support groups or where to reference material to learn how to raise a child with special needs. I found that disheartening.
I was impressed how the use of vaccines was posed. The book is very supportive of parents researching and asking questions in regards to what is being injected into their babies. The book advocates patient and parent education of treatments. I also liked that side effects to drugs/anesthesia were listed. I have had 3 failed epidurals, including one that pierced my spinal sack, leading to a spinal headache- which is beyond the most pain I think a human can probably bear. I think many women go into labor believing that epidurals are completely fool-proof.
The patient is just as responsible for their healthcare as the provider is- this is a great reference book to educate yourself.
 Long April 28, 2010
Wildlife Gal (Oregon)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought this book, but I found that I used other books more for a reference. A little long and combersome.
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