Conception, Pregnancy & Birth [Hardcover]

Miriam Stoppard (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 28, 2011

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.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Perhaps the first popular guide to pregnancy and childbirth to qualify as a coffee-table book, this text combines glossy paper and lavish illustrations with lists of practical tips and a comprehensive text. Contents include preparing for pregnancy, conceiving, fitness, managing labor, and sensuality during pregnancy, in addition to standard topics such as nutrition, prenatal care, common complaints, birthing choices, and medical emergencies. How to care for a newborn and adjusting to parenthood is also covered. Stoppard, author of many books, including Sr. Miriam Stoppard's Pregnancy & Birth Book (Ballantine, 1987), emphasizes throughout the impact of pregnancy on the mother and the effects of her behavior on the developing child. Illustrations include attractive line drawings, photographs of culturally diverse parents and infants, and even ultrasound reproductions. Highly recommended.
- Kathryn Hammell Carpenter, Univ. of Illinois, Chicago
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review

Pregnant women who want just one book for the childbearing year will have it made with Conception, Pregnancy, and Birth. To describe this 'bible' as such is not an exaggeration: it has at least something for everyone. -- Booklist --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 352 pages
• Publisher: DK ADULT; 1st edition (October 28, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0789451158
• ISBN-13: 978-0789451156
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (66 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #732,548 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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28 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST PREGNANCY GUIDE ON THE MARKET!!, November 3, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Conception Pregnancy & Birth (Hardcover)

After a depressing and guilt-ridden "What to Expect When You're Expecting", I felt so refreshed after reading this book. I'm a first time expectant mother, and I found this book to be so much more informative and appealing!! The colorful pictures and great medical advice along with the sections on breastfeeding and post-natal care were absolutely wonderful. I would definitely recommend this guide to any mom. Dr. Stoppard's opinions are much like my OB/GYN's and my husband has learned a lot as well. A definite MUST HAVE!!

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good general information, great picutres, September 5, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Conception, Pregnancy & Birth (Hardcover)

I purchased this book before my husband and I began trying to conceive. There is a lot of great information about conception and fertility/infertility, although it would be nice if the author would include a section on the Fertilty Awareness Method and how it can be used to understand your individual cycle and identify any possible fertility problems. The photographs are wonderful, and the general information for each of the trimesters is great. I have found that now that I am pregnant I turn to more detailed books each night. This book describes each four weeks of development in only two pages, most of which have pictures. As a result, the information tends to be a little general. This would be a good gift for a first-time expecting mom, and I found it very informative as my first book on pregnancy and childbirth, but I wouldn't depend on it as your only resource if you like to be well informed about all of the details.

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Army Officer, Wife and Mother, July 9, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Conception Pregnancy & Birth (Hardcover)

This is THE BEST PREGNANCY BOOK EVER!!! My time is severly limited, so bottomline directness is a necessity in my life - that's why this book was invaluable during my first pregnancy. I leant this book, and a few other books to a close friend during her pregnancy- guess which one was never returned. This book is a gem because it gives you a strong visual cue that you can identify with - It's comforting to see what you and your baby may look like during each month of pregnancy. The text writing is precise, with very appropriately sized, meaty chunks of information that seem to answer every question as they come to mind - it's wonderful! I love the set up of the book too, just reading Dr. Stoppard's book was like embarking on a journey, little treasures of pertinent information around every corner. I'm now expecting my second child and my first thought was -I need to order my Pregnancy Bible! (Dr. Stoppard's Conception, Pregnancy and Birth) With this book in hand, I'll feel informed, confident and prepared, just as I did through my first pregnancy.