Easy Exercises for Pregnancy [Paperback]

Janet Balaskas (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 9, 2006

A guide for every woman who wishes to approach the birth of her baby feeling fit, relaxed and confident: it offers a simple, safe and reliable programme of exercises which, followed throughout pregnancy, should reduce stress and fatigue and increase fitness and suppleness.

Editorial Reviews

Review

... this new book really lives up to its title - the exercises really are easy, the programme is simple to follow, and the full-colour photographs show you exactly what to do every step of the way Pregnancy & Birth

About the Author

Janet Balaskas is an internationally renowned pioneer of natural childbirth and the founder and director of the Active Birth Centre. The centre is famous for the unique and innovative environment it offers new parents both before and after birth. Janet is the author of numerous articles and books, including Active Birth, The Encyclopedia of Pregnancy and Childbirth, Natural Pregnancy, Water Birth and Preparing for Birth with Yoga. Through her career, Anthea Sieveking has concentrated on photographing children and young people particularly in the area of child development. Her photographs have appeared in many magazines and books including education books aimed especially at children. Her work has been used by the World Health Organisation and in 1994 she worked in India as part of the 'Child to Child' scheme to promote health education amongst poorer children. Another area of her work has been portraiture of personalities including Ben Kingsley, Iris Murdoch, Sir Winston Churchill and commissions by the Arts Council of Great Britain. Her other books for Frances Lincoln are My First ABC, the 'Find My' series, the 'Eye Spy' series, the 'What Size/What Shape' series, Young Gardener, All About Me and What Am I?

Product Details

• Paperback: 96 pages
• Publisher: Frances Lincoln (August 9, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0711210489
• ISBN-13: 978-0711210486
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #496,071 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #78 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Pregnancy

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book for stretching and relaxation, April 20, 2001

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This review is from: Easy Exercises for Pregnancy (Paperback)

During the last trimester when I was more uncomfortable, the exercises I did from this book helped me to relax. Since I was walking, sitting and sleeping differently (than before getting pregnant), the exercises in this book helped me to stretch muscles safely and also to meditate/relax tight muscles. This was extremely helpful during the last week of my pregnancy, since my baby was pinching my psiatic nerve in my lower back. A few exercises helped my body to better deal with this type of discomfort.