Conception, Pregnancy & Birth: The Childbirth Bible for Today's Parents [Paperback]

Miriam Stoppard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 30, 2008

Widely accepted as the definitive guide to pregnancy and childbirth, Dr. Miriam Stoppard's Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth has sold well over a million copies since it was first published. This new edition has not only been given a completely new look with stunning new photography but it has also been updated and re-written with 20-25 percent new material. New information will cover the latest developments in pregnancy and birth, from up-to-date research on how your stress levels can affect your unborn baby to new developments in delivering your baby.

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About the Author

Miriam Stoppard, MD is one of today's most popular medical personalities has published over 40 titles with DK, including Complete Baby & Child Care and Teach Your Child. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 376 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT (June 30, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0756636957
• ISBN-13: 978-0756636951
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #126,632 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and Comprehensive Guide, June 29, 2007

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This review is from: Conception, Pregnancy & Birth: THE CHILDBIRTH BIBLE FOR TODAY'S PARENTS (Hardcover)

I spent hours at the local bookstore browsing through the "Pregnancy and Childcare" section, and this is the book I chose. Dr. Miriam Stoppard thoughtfully educates new parents-to-be with unbiased information and illustrations. Other books seemed to be either too clinical or trying too hard to be "down to earth" or "real". I appreciate their efforts, but I can find that kind of information online or check it out from the library for a quick read. This is a fascinating book that covers everything from genetic counseling to sex after delivery and will be an invaluable guide for anyone interested in learning more about childbirth.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best Baby Book Around!, October 7, 2009

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Jesse Jeremiah "less talk. more rock." (Southwest Colorado) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Conception, Pregnancy & Birth: THE CHILDBIRTH BIBLE FOR TODAY'S PARENTS (Hardcover)

Detailed descriptions all the way through, plenty of pictures too! Walks through the developmental process for the birth process! I have four kids, this book has been with us through all of them. we have had many others but this is by far the best. find the newe one with the white cover if you can, it has better pictures.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Prenatal and Postnatal guide, March 31, 2009

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Jeanne (Maryland) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Conception, Pregnancy & Birth: The Childbirth Bible for Today's Parents (Paperback)

Although, I do like this book since it has a lot of great information, I wish it was more elaborate. Along with information on conception, pregnancy and birth, this book provides quality photos and illustrations. I bought this book along with Heidi Murkoff's, "What to Expect When You're Expecting: 4th Edition". Murkoff's book details each month of pregnancy down to each week. Miriam Stoppard's book does not, however, she does give an overview of each month.

This book has information on conception, pregnancy, labor and delivery, and how to care for the baby after they're born.

I definitely recommend this book along with Heidi Murkoff's WTEWYE: 4th Edition.