Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy, provides readers with a clear, thorough, reliable and practical reference on pregnancy and childbirth. Compiled by Mayo Clinic experts in obstetrics and family medicine, this in-depth guide to pregnancy and birth gives practical information and reassurance to expectant mothers.
This comprehensive book includes:
A month-by-month look at baby and mom — each chapter examines how baby is growing and developing, along with mom's physical and emotional changes
"Decision guides" to inform parents on key topics, including:
Choosing a caregiver for your pregnancy
Understanding prenatal and genetic tests
Exploring pain relief options for labor and childbirth
Considering delivery methods
Choosing to breast-feed or bottle-feed
Deciding if — and when — to return to work
Get the answers to your pregnancy concerns, including:
Morning sickness
Heartburn
Back pain
Contractions
Headaches
Easy-to-read chapters offer clear and compassionate answers to many of the questions and decisions that mothers often encounter.
