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Conception, Pregnancy & Birth [Hardcover]

Miriam Stoppard (Author)
4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (66 customer reviews)

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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.

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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 (April 1, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0789451158
  • ISBN-13: 978-0789451156
  • Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7.5 x 1.3 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.8 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (66 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,091,272 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars THE BEST PREGNANCY GUIDE ON THE MARKET!!, November 3, 1998
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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!!
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25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Good general information, great picutres, September 5, 2000
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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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Army Officer, Wife and Mother, July 9, 2000
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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.
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5.0 out of 5 stars My go-to book for pregnancy...
This is a beautiful book full of information on everything from conception to birth and beyond! If I could have only one pregnancy book, I think this would be it!
Published 19 months ago by Eileen Marie

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Especially for First Time Moms
This is an easy read that stretches the entire 9 months. From what is happening, to how to prepare, to complications (sickness, family situations, working moms, standard tests),... Read more
Published on November 20, 2007 by Amanda Aker

5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide for first-time parents
This big, beautiful book helps with all sorts of encounters like breastfeeding, diaper changes, as well as the expected pregnancy and birth information. Read more
Published on May 27, 2006 by Barbara Millet

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Beginner Reader!
My husband and I are just beginning to prepare for pregnancy. We decided to buy this book because we are a little nervous and wanted to go ahead and get prepared. Read more
Published on July 13, 2005 by kd

5.0 out of 5 stars A Joy to Read!
My husband and I are thinking about trying to have a baby soon. I bought this book and was pleasantly surprised at how good it is. Read more
Published on April 5, 2005 by Sophia Grace

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Pregnancy Book
but I wish the author had bother to mentioned that not all pregnancies are the same, every body is different. Great section for fathers to be in this book. Read more
Published on March 19, 2005 by Dawn Midnight

4.0 out of 5 stars A Good Read
I liked this book. True, it was not as in depth in a lot of the topics, but it covered a lot of material in a short amount of time. Read more
Published on January 26, 2005 by Kelly Smith

5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended by Pregnancy editor for Bella Online!
This is an excellently presented book that I used throughout all of my pregnancies. The information is clearly laid out, accompanied by good illustrations and photographs. Read more
Published on November 11, 2004 by N. HEATON-HARRIS

4.0 out of 5 stars great additional information
My husband and I really like this one as a supplemental pregancy guide. The pictures/photos are terrific and provide a great overview of what is happening to mom & bubby. Read more
Published on April 24, 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Conception, Pregnancy & Birth by Miriam Stoppard
This is by far the best conception/pregnancy/birth book that I have read. I bought the book while trying to conceive my first child - followed the advice - and got pregnant... Read more
Published on April 4, 2004 by Birgitte Hunt

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