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The Pregnancy Bed Rest Book: A Survival Guide for Expectant Mothers and Their Families (Paperback)

by Amy E. Tracy (Author) "I never knew anyone who had a complicated pregnancy..." (more)
Key Phrases: pregnancy bed rest, hospital bed rest, check your library, Bridget Swinney, Elizabeth Noble, Mara Stein (more...)

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Bed rest is one of the most difficult therapies. . . .[This book] is a gift to those under such circumstance. -- Robert N. Wolfson, M.D.,Ph.D., perinatologist

Packed with practical pointers and encouraging stories. . . . This indispensable book offers immediate relief from the restlessness of bed rest. -- Sharon Withers, managing editor, TWINS Magazine

Practical and comprehensive, provid[ing] an expectant mother with everything she needs to follow doctor's orders. . . . [T]he perfect bedside companion. -- Carol Cirulli Lanham, author of PREGNANCY AFTER A LOSS

Supportive, hopeful, well researched, and written in a friendly style. . . . [S]ure to become a cherished companion of many expectant mothers. -- Elizabeth Pector, M.D., F.A.A.P., family physician and bed-rest veteran

This is a necessary book for any expectant mother who may spend four days or four months in bed. -- Tracy Hoogenboom, director, Sidelines National Support Network

Product Description
"Often the pregnancy complication and the need for bed rest arise suddenly and unexpectedly, causing the woman and her family to face myriad problems. . . .This book can be an invaluable resource under such circumstances." (From the Foreword by Richard H. Schwarz, M.D., Obstetrical Consultant to the March of Dimes

Statistics indicate that up to 700,000 expectant women a year -- that's one in five mothers-to-be -- are prescribed bed rest as treatment during complicated pregnancies. Bed rest might sound like a relief at first -- but the combination of a possible high-risk birth and a lengthy period of staying off your feet can be stressful.

Amy E. Tracy shares her experiences -- and those of many others -- to help you and your family not only survive but thrive during your days in waiting. With information on everything from informing your employer and making arrangements with your health insurance to proper nutrition and calisthenics, this comprehensive guide also covers such topics as:
* Understanding Your Doctor's Orders
* Adjusting to Horizontal Living
* Coping with Short-term and Extended Hospitalization
* Limiting the Side Effects of Immobility
* Making Bed Rest a Family Affair
* Coming to Terms with Your Feelings
* Getting Back on Your Feet
* And More, Including Complete Resources

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Product Details

Paperback: 256 pages
Publisher: Berkley Trade (October 9, 2001)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0425181669
ISBN-13: 978-0425181669
Product Dimensions: 8 x 6 x 0.8 inches
Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces

Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars See all reviews (10 customer reviews)

Amazon.com Sales Rank: #423,894 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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I never knew anyone who had a complicated pregnancy. Read the first page

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pregnancy bed rest, hospital bed rest, check your library, left tilt, complicated pregnancy

Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Bridget Swinney, Elizabeth Noble, Mara Stein, American Physical Therapy Association, Eating Expectantly

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This book cites 40 books:

Essential Exercises for the Childbearing by Elizabeth Noble on page 102, and page 113
Essential Exercises for the Childbearing Year: A Guide to Health and Comfort Before and After Your Baby Is Born by Elizabeth Noble on page 102, and page 113
Gestational Diabetes: What to Expect by American Diabetes Association in Back Matter (1), and Back Matter (2)
Pregnancy After a Loss: A Guide to Pregnancy After a Miscarriage, Stillbirth, or Infant Death by Carol Cirulli Lanham in Front Matter, and Back Matter
The Pregnancy Cookbook, Revised and Expanded Edition by Vincent Connelly on page 98

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4 books cite this book:

Balancing Pregnancy and Work: How to Make the Most of the Next 9 Months on the Job (Stonesong Press Books) by Nancy Hall in Back Matter
Pregnancy Sucks: What to Do When Your Miracle Makes You Miserable by Joanne Kimes in Back Matter
Parenting Your Premature Baby and Child: The Emotional Journey by Deborah L. Davis in Back Matter
Pregnancy Bedrest: A Journey of Love by Wanda Hale in Back Matter

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3.0 out of 5 stars A good book, but comes up short, August 11, 2003

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I have read every bed rest book I could find. This is not the best. The author has attempted to write a comprehensive book, and does a good job, just not great. There are better. It's very short, and after reading it, which took a couple of hours at most, I felt like I didn't have enough information. I wish the author would have had more experience with extended hospital bed rest. That would have been beneficial.

**Recommended reading: "Days In Waiting: A Guide to Surviving Pregnancy Bedrest" by Mary Ann McCann, newer edition

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5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book for bed rest moms and their families., January 11, 2002

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I bought this book in preparation for my third bed rest. I have logged over 42 weeks of bed rest to bring my first two children to a safe date to be born. Each day I learned something new while on bed rest. After reading this book, I learned even more.

The author's lists of resources following each chapter and in the back of the book are wonderful -- they open up a whole world to visit from bed. The parents' personal stories are supportive and inspirational. My friends were
clueless about what I was going through during my high-risk pregnancies, and they were always saying the wrong things. It helps immensely to hear from those who have "been there, done that."

Also, I love that the author created a yahoo email list "bedrestbookbuddies" so that the readers of this book can get updated information as well as support from each other.

This would make a great gift for a friend or family member on bedrest, but read it yourself first -- your understanding is the best gift you can give a mom on bedrest.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Lots of info in a warm, caring style, February 6, 2002

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I thought the author presented tons of information in a warm, friendly style. Her presentation wasn't scarey like the other books for expectant multiples! I liked that she shared her own experience along with many others. I related to several of the women.
The quotes from experts and the latest studies were very interesting, especially about recovery. Now I'll be prepared when I get back on my feet!
My only suggestion is that Ms. Tracy makes the next edition longer. I finished it in one day, and I have six weeks of bedrest left!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book!
This book is so helpful,easy to read and inspiring! Wish it was longer. A must read for those on bed rest for any duration.

Published on October 8, 2003 by B. Ordway

3.0 out of 5 stars Short, brief, but has some good ideas
This is good, and helpful, it's just short. I was on the bedrest much longer than this author, and her suggestions weren't as helpful as I hoped they would be. Read more

Published on September 29, 2003 by Petra

5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable - Absolutely Fantastic!
This is a *wonderful* book for any pregnant mother who is dealing with bed rest! The author is a veteran of two complicated pregnancies involving extended bed rest and she has... Read more

Published on February 28, 2003 by Kelly

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Your search for a "Bedrest Bible" is over! The Pregnancy Bed Rest Book is chock-full of information, advice, resources, and personal stories from women who endured days,... Read more

Published on September 1, 2002 by Carol Miller

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative and Empowering!
Every year many pregnant women are forced to take to their beds in order to save the lives of their unborn children. Read more

Published on January 10, 2002 by Sarah Daniels-Campbell

5.0 out of 5 stars Necessary Reading For All Moms On Bed Rest
Ms. Tracy's book touches on all aspects of bed rest and how best to cope with them. She offers great suggestions for family members and friends of the bed resting mom too! Read more

Published on January 9, 2002 by nsveeneman

5.0 out of 5 stars Very helpful!!
I was already on bed rest for three weeks when my husband purchased this book for me. This book not only validates your feelings (i.e., Why me? Read more

Published on January 7, 2002

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