Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth [Paperback]

Sheldon H. Cherry M.D. (Author), Douglas G. Moss M.D. (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 28, 2004

The classic bestselling guide to pregnancy and childbirth, thoroughly revised and updated

Highly regarded and relied upon for more than twenty years, this authoritative guide is the ultimate resource if you are or hope to become pregnant. Now in a new edition that covers the latest medical advances, Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth answers all your questions, addressing both the medical and emotional issues in a clear, reassuring way.

Drs. Sheldon Cherry and Douglas Moss cover everything from preconception to postpartum care, dispelling the myths and revealing the latest advancements that help to ensure a successful and enjoyable pregnancy. They explain how the fetus develops, the different stages of labor, and the current trends in childbirth, and they also address the special needs of pregnant women over age thirty-five.

This updated edition also features:
* The latest information on preconception care, including genetic testing and vaccination programs
* New treatments for both male and female infertility
* New guidelines for exercise during pregnancy
* The latest on first-trimester screening for fetal anomalies, postpartum depression, and medications during pregnancy
* Guidance in successfully managing multiple births


Comprehensive, comforting, and reliable, Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth is your indispensable pregnancy companion.

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The classic bestselling guide to pregnancy and childbirth, thoroughly revised and updated

Highly regarded and relied upon for more than twenty years, this authoritative guide is the ultimate resource if you are or hope to become pregnant. Now in a new edition that covers the latest medical advances, Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth answers all your questions, addressing both the medical and emotional issues in a clear, reassuring way.

Drs. Sheldon Cherry and Douglas Moss cover everything from preconception to postpartum care, dispelling the myths and revealing the latest advancements that help to ensure a successful and enjoyable pregnancy. They explain how the fetus develops, the different stages of labor, and the current trends in childbirth, and they also address the special needs of pregnant women over age thirty-five.

This updated edition also features:

• The latest information on preconception care, including genetic testing and vaccination programs
• New treatments for both male and female infertility
• New guidelines for exercise during pregnancy
• The latest on first-trimester screening for fetal anomalies, postpartum depression, and medications during pregnancy
• Guidance in successfully managing multiple births

Comprehensive, comforting, and reliable, Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth is your indispensable pregnancy companion.

About the Author

SHELDON H. CHERRY, M.D., a pioneering researcher in women’s health, is an attending obstetrician and gynecologist at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. A clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology, he teaches at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and belongs to the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Dr. Cherry has appeared on Good Morning America and the Today show and has been given feature coverage in many publications such as the New York Times, Prevention, and Vogue.

DOUGLAS G. MOSS, M.D., is an attending obstetrician and gynecologist at Mount Sinai Hospital.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Wiley; 4 edition (April 28, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0471471208
• ISBN-13: 978-0471471202
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,948,822 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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SHELDON H. CHERRY, MD


Dr. Sheldon H. Cherry is an Attending Obstetrician and Gynecologist at New York's Mount Sinai Hospital, maintains a private office on Park Avenue and has built a national reputation as a researcher in the reproductive and women's health field.

As Clinical Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, he teaches at The Mount Sinai School of Medicine, belongs to the American College of Surgeons, and the New York Obstetrical Society. Dr. Cherry is the senior editor of "Complications Of Pregnancy", a classic medical textbook in its fourth edition.
Dr. Cherry is also the author of several books on woman's health for the general public. A Book-of-the-Month-Club selection, the four editions of "Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth" are now in their 19th printing and have sold over a million copies. His books have been published in Russia, France,England, Canada, Spain, and Israel.

Other books by Dr. Cherry include "The Menopause Myth" (1976), "For Woman of All Ages" (1979), and "Planning Ahead For Pregnancy" (1983) and "The Menopause Book" (1995) in conjunction with his wife, Dr. Carolyn D Runowicz, a prominent gynecologic oncologist. They recently completed a new book, "The Answer To Cancer" (2005). He is a frequent expert guest on television, such as "Good Morning America" and the "Today Show". He has appeared on many of the local radio interview shows such as Joan Hamburg Show as well as many of the local TV shows such as Good Day New York and Regis Philbin, and is often consulted and quoted in magazines and newspapers such as New York Times, Prevention, Vogue, Good Housekeeping, Cosmo, Harper's, Redbook, and Working Woman among others.

He has done over 5 national media tours in conjunction with the publication of his books. He was recently the monthly columnist for Parents Magazine on pregnancy and childbirth. In the past he has also been a consultant to the Tambrands and Warner Lambert Companies.

Dr. Cherry was born in New York City and received his medical training at Columbia University. He lives in New York and Ct. with his wife, Carolyn Runowicz, MD ,who is Direcxtor of The Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center of the UCONN Medical Ctr. In Farmington, Ct. and is the father of four daughters.




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4.0 out of 5 stars Solid unbiased info, February 20, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth (Paperback)

For me, trying to get pregnant, I found this book to have a great overview of lots of topics, nicely balancing between simple explanations & technical talk, starting with info on how to get in shape before pregnancy & how to choose a dr. However, don't be misled by the copy on the back cover that says 'thoroughly revised to incorporate all the latest medical advances...' please note that though this book is available in new book stores, it was in fact published in 1992. This is sometimes noticable in the text, like 'the baby is taken to the nursery, where most of its needs will be met for the next few days.' What insurance plan was that? Keep that in mind if you're really researchin the latest info. Overall? good info & not nearly as depressing as some books that really point out all the problems you could have.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Classic on Pregnancy, July 6, 2004

By A Customer

This review is from: Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth (Paperback)

My wife and I have used the new edition and the last one as a definitive guide to pregnancy. The experts writing this book have provided the info in a clear and understanding way. It is our bible for our pregnancies.

5.0 out of 5 stars The Classic on Pregnancy, April 10, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Understanding Pregnancy and Childbirth (Paperback)

This is a classic book now in it's fourth edition. I have found it reassuring, informative, simple to understand without any strict point of view. It seems to be basic reading for pregnant couples.