Conception, Pregnancy & Birth

by Miriam Stoppard

The childbirth bible for today's parents. Firmly established as the childbirth bible, this authoritative volume has been completely revised and expanded to meet the challenges of parenting in the new millennium. Written by Dr. Miriam Stoppard, today's most popular and trusted childbirth expert, Conception, Pregnancy & Birth is the complete guide to having a baby. The latest fertility treatments, prenatal tests, and obstetric procedures are clearly explained. A special section features a full discussion of the advantages of natural and hospital births. Parents-to-be, whether having their first child or their fifth, can find all the facts they need to make informed choices. This classic work has been thoroughly updated to incorporate the most current information on the ideal diet and exercise, the impact of pregnancy and birth on fathers, and ways to prepare older children for a new sibling. Helpful case studies focus on issues ranging from single parents to breech births and to the care of premature babies. Featuring over 450 color photographs and illustrations, this informative and reassuring book is essential reading for anyone expecting a new baby.

Genres: Nonfiction, Parenting, Health, Reference, Childrens, Family

352 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Esteban · Rating 4 out of 5]

Comprehensive summary of things worth knowing (and in most of the cases investigating deeper on other sources) before, during and right after having a baby.
As a husband I found it very insightful to better understand what my wife is going thru and be able to perform better for her and my newborn.

Good material, yet a few concepts or approaches could be dated as latest edition was from 2005.

[Cassi Legat · Rating 4 out of 5]

A fairly comprehensive look at pregnancy and childbirth. I found this informative and helpful throughout my pregnancy. I wish there had been a little more in depth talk about things that might happen during labour and birth. Would very much recommend for first time parents.

[Valeria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really interesting and helpful

[Sherri · Rating 4 out of 5]

A wonderful month-by-month guide to pregnancy. I used it as a guiding and comforting resource through each of my five pregnancies. The cover of my book is different, but the author is the same. In my copy there is a lot of nudity which is factual and informative, but in my view makes it neccessary to keep it away from my children and my husband.

[Julie · Rating 3 out of 5]

this is a good pregnancy book. because it covers so much (from conception through the newborn phase), the treatment of some topics is somewhat light. but it does have lots of good information and a pro-women tone. i especially like the fact that it is balanced (in terms of medical/natural birth philosophies).

[Dena · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brief and valuable information about all kinds of changes that meet a woman during her pregnancy and first weeks after the baby's birth. The book focuses on women and their bodily and emotional aspects that pregnancy brings along, however, it does not forget to mention men and how they feel about all changes that their partner experiences.

[Annette · Rating 4 out of 5]

A good friend gave me this book shortly after I learned I was expecting. I've really appreciated it. It's an easy read with lots of bullet points and pictures, but there's good solid data in it - always presented in an upbeat, non-scary manner. As the big day draws nigh I've derived some comfort from reading the latter chapters about labor and delivery.

[Elisa Garza · Rating 4 out of 5]

It's got great pictures (even a picture of a woman giving birth to a breech baby)! Jordan studied this book intently during my pregnancy with Leah - must have been why she wasn't grossed out at watching her being born. ;)

[Crystal A. Stang · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book has been an essential guide to me throughout my pregnancy. I refer to the same chapter even quite frequently. I only wish there was a larger section of the book dedicated to fitness during pregnancy.

[Becky Mutter · Rating 4 out of 5]

This one is pretty good. Lots of info and pictures.

[Nickie · Rating 1 out of 5]

Everyone in this book is wearing clothes so hideous that I cannot take in any of the information. Too many pictures of men with bad hair caressing the stomachs of women in smock tops. Count me out.

[Gloria · Rating 2 out of 5]

Ok.

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

very useful for first time mums and also for those like me who wanted a recap.

[Sierra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super informative, and I LOVE all the pictures and diagrams!

[Regina Hunter · Rating 2 out of 5]

If this book is correct....shyte half of the population would not be here!