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Pregnancy, Birth, and the Early Months the Thinking Woman's Guide [Paperback]

Richard Feinbloom (Author)
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"A wonderfully comprehensive and sensitive book." -- Birth

"Clear, well-written...succinct." -- New England Journal of Medicine

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This complete guide to pregnancy is for the woman who wants all the facts in order to make her own decisions. Earlier editions have established the book as a trusted reference, and this third edition brings every section up to date. Dr. Feinbloom offers women the very latest research results, generally available only to obstetricians on professional databases. New information includes sections on prenatal testing, genetics, the best nutrition, drugs during pregnancy, new approaches to labor support and pain relief, prevention of prematurity, Caesarean section, and the advantages and disadvantages of new technology. With this guide in hand, expectant couples will have all the information they need to ask the right questions and plan a safe and joyous birth.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Pregnancy Bok I Read, Mar 12 2002
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This review is from: Pregnancy, Birth, and the Early Months the Thinking Woman's Guide (Paperback)
I've done a small survey of pregnancy books recently, and this is the winner. As another reviewer said, "If you only buy one, make it this one." I expect to have no problem getting my husband to read this book. It is not cutesy, it is not preachy, it does not read like a conversation with a close friend. It reads like a conversation with the doctor you wish you had -- one who would spend hours explaining things to you. The author is sympathetic to the trials of pregnancy of childbirth and parenthood without treating any of those conditions as an illness.

The book has terrific information on what to expect as you're pregnant, what to expect in the doctor's office (like a list of all the standard tests, how the tests work, and what they're looking for) and the whys of a lot of things. The book does cover some unusual complications, but gives clear statistics on how common they are. The author is big on data, and will say clearly if he thinks something is a good idea but that there's no data to back it up. Bottom line: the author assumes that with good information, you can make good decisions. I plan to avoid "What to Expect When You're Expecting" -- I think I have the info I need from this book, without the super-stringent diet and calico print cutesy-ness.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Actual data to back up recommendations, Jan 22 2002
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This review is from: Pregnancy, Birth, and the Early Months the Thinking Woman's Guide (Paperback)
I looked for a long time to find a book that assumed a woman without an MD degree could still understand much of what happens to a pregnant woman; this one cites studies, describes biological processes, and generally treats the reader as an adult. I admit I had litmus tests: Feinbloom says there's no reason to circumcise and admits that there are no data to prove that consuming a small amount of alcohol endangers a fetus.
This and Vicky Iovine's Girlfriend's Guide to Pregnancy are the only books I'd give to a newly pregnant friend, and the only ones I'm wholly glad I bought for myself.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for worrying parents-to-be!, Aug 28 2001
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This review is from: Pregnancy, Birth, and the Early Months the Thinking Woman's Guide (Paperback)
My husband and I worry a lot, especially now that we're trying for our first baby. This book has been a great resource from a well-respected doctor. Not only does it provide in-depth information about a lot of pregancy and baby concerns, but it also analyzes the information to help readers make important decisions. Definitely a must have for those sleepless nights!
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