It's Your Pregnancy [Paperback]

Niels H. Lauersen (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 15, 1987

Dr. Niels Lauersen, clinical professor of Ob/Gyn at New York Medical College, provides sensitive, clear-cut answers to the pregnant woman's most difficult and pressing questions. 40 line drawings.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

These two books answer many of the questions pregnant women are likely to ask about the choices facing them. They give detailed information about prenatal care and childbirth, often focusing on possible effects on the baby. Both urge women to make informed choices in their pregnancies rather than unquestioningly accept decisions made by others. Kitzinger, a leading childbirth educator and author, is herself the mother of five daughters. Her tone is especially appealing to women because of her understanding of the emotions surrounding pregnancy and childbirth. Kitzinger argues that medical intervention often is not necessary, but her attitude is not dogmatic. Lauersen, an obstetrician, presents a more conventional approach that includes close attention by a physician and fuller use of modern medical practices. But he believes in giving patients lots of information and a wide range of options. He covers subjects not addressed in other books, such as the safety of airport scanners, as well as pre-pregnancy considerations, such as fertility and pregnancy over 35. Both these books are highly recommended. Barbara Carroll, M.L.S., Eau Claire, Wis.
Copyright 1987 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 480 pages
• Publisher: Fireside (July 15, 1987)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671502115
• ISBN-13: 978-0671502119
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.1 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,091,986 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born in Copenhagen, Denmark and educated throughout the capitols of Europe as an obstetrician/gynecologist and fertility expert, Dr. Niels Lauersen has dedicated over 4 decades to treating and educating women about their health, in both US and abroad.

He is the author of over 100 medical papers published in journals worldwide and he is the founder of The New York Medical Society for Reproductive Medicine.

Dr. Lauersen is the author of 8 books on women's health including his groundbreaking gynecology guide "It's Your Body" and his international best selling guide to fertility "Getting Pregnant: What You Need To Know". His other titles include "It's Your Pregnancy", "Childbirth With Love", "The Breast Book" and "PMS and You."

His newest book is "The New Fertility Diet Guide: Delicious Food Secrets To Help You Get Pregnant Faster At Any Age."

Dr.Lauersen is also the medical director of GettingPregnantNow.org, the premier online site for pregnancy and fertility information.

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ecellent - a must have!, June 4, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: It's Your Pregnancy (Paperback)

This book is one of the best pregnancy books I've read. It's written in a question & answer format by an obgyn. Dr Niels Laureson has written other books aimed at women, and this one must be added to any pregnant woman's library.

The questions in his book come directly from his patients. He answers them in a friendly, informative, & non-judgemental way. He stresses the fact that a pregnant woman is the one who should be in charge of her birth experience, & I find that refreshing.

The questions in the book run the course from the mundane to the more serious. It's a wonderful tool to have, & has already put my mind at ease