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Having a baby remains one of the great wonders of nature. But sometimes nature needs a helping hand and this publication is a complete companion for parents as they make the intrepid journey through pregnancy.
It features everything you would need and might want to know about the miracle of new life; from planning a family in the first place (if that was the intention) to conceiving, giving birth and receiving the correct antenatal care.
Beautiful photographs and diagrams take you through the pregnancy calendar, giving details on the baby’s physical growth, the changes to your body and the antenatal care needed at each stage.
Stoppard promotes the involvement of fathers in the process, recognising the important part they play. She also gives useful advice for the birth partner, whether the women’s partner, relative or friend.
First published in 1985, this classic has been fully revised and updated here to become an outstanding guide to pregnancy by the authoritative and well-known Dr Miriam Stoppard.
The glossy photographs and excellent illustrations make even the most complex issues easy to digest and understand.
Just about everything to do with any stage of pregnancy is covered in sufficient detail, including pain relief during labour, suggested positions for delivery and natural childbirth.
And it does not shy away from controversial matters: for example it tells you about the effects of drugs on your baby.
There is also a common complaints chapter and a sample birth plan, plus a rights and benefits section in the appendix, which gives details of when benefits can be claimed and offers advice on the information you will need to give to your employer.
Everything is well set out. All the information is in a logical order and easy to access. This book is highly recommended for parents-to-be. --Carole Butterworth --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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47 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having had no previous experience of pregnancy, I found this book to be exceedingly useful - especially in the early stages where, in the UK, the pregnant woman is left largely to her own devices. As a doctor and a mother, Dr Stoppard's book is informative on both medical matters and those of the mother's emotions, physical changes, and expectations of birth - yet the medical detail is balanced with the more everyday and is neither over complicated nor patronising in its telling. As a mother herself, the author has managed to provide a realistic and reassuring recount of what to expect during the whole 9 months.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I was very surprised how quickly I discarded this book, considering Miriam Stoppard is considered an expert in the field. Some of the information was surprisingly sparse and a whole section is wasted on detailing the menstrual cycle and conception (if you're buying a book on child birth it would be safe to consider that you already have some idea!). Some sections are very preachy (you must do things Miriam's way) and potential problems such as genetic disordesr are not well explained or sympathetically dealth with. I laughed out loud when reading the suggestion of installing a sink in the baby's room! There are much better more comprehensive books available.
16 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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I found this book ok for information on birth and choices etc but I found the black and white photos of 1970's blokes with long hair and beards very disconcerting and made me feel that the 'new' in the title was not valid as they'd obviously dragged up photos from decades ago. I also found there was not enough information on the initial development, it uses some very basic diagrams and jumps from wks 12 to 16 to 20 with very little info about anything. As a first time mum I wanted to know exactly what was going on EVERY week and this book did not give me that. I did find the table of 'common complaints'useful. Overall on its own, not great, but in conjunction with other books it was ok.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Useful
I found book really helpful as a first time mum. Got more answers out of the book than my midwife. Found it reassuring.
Published 6 days ago by T. L. Swinnerton
Best pregnancy book!
As soon as I found out I was pregnant (as a first-time mum) went crazy and bought all the pregnancy books I could find. I must say though, this one was by far the best! Read more
Published 20 days ago by Ruuca
Good quality books from this seller, the book was as expected but more...
This was for my girlfriend, who has never been pregnant and we are trying to have a baby, she has found the book very informative with lots of valuable information to the subject,... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Mr. L. Allen
Good!
Could be a little more specific about the growth of the embryo on the early stages of pregnancy, but I really enjoy reading it.
Published 13 months ago by ichom
Perfect
This book is a must for anyone having their first baby, bought this version for my son & his girl, perfect for them. Read more
Published 17 months ago by jubilentjune
Great book
Brilliant book both in terms of value and content. Quite light in weight so suitable for carrying around and very informative.
Published on 16 Nov 2009 by Anahita
Good, clear and helpful information
This was the third book I bought after finding out I was pregnant. The other two; The Bloke's Guide to Pregnancy (vg, but not indexed at all, so hard to find a specific topic) and... Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2009 by Mrs Eleanor Cockbain
Very interesting book
This is a very interesting book, very informative, and doesn't scare the living day lights out of you (coming for a first time mum. Read more
Published on 15 Sep 2009 by E. Clutton
I won't be recommending this one.......
I've read the other reviews on this book and it's obvious that this isn't for everyone. It could be compared to Marmite in fact. You either love it or hate it. Read more
Published on 24 Nov 2008 by Kelly
An education in pregnancy
and amazingly hirsuit pubic regions! The detail is excellent in this book and presents pregnancy as something to be enjoyed without a patronising tone. Read more
Published on 4 Jan 2008 by Tracy Downes
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