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Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn
(4th Edition)
The Complete Guide
By Penny Simkin, Janet Whalley, Ann Keppler, Janelle Durham, and April Bolding
Edited by Megan McGinnis FOR QUANTITY DISCOUNTS OF THIS TITLE, PLEASE CALL 800-338-2232, EXT. 106.

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Reviewers are praising the newly revised Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn for helping expectant parents make informed decisions about pregnancy, childbirth, and early parenthood. It's arguably the most complete, authoritative, and medically up-to-date book on the market, with well over a million copies in print. In fact, translated into more than 20 languages, this award-winning guide is a leading pregnancy and childbirth resource around the world. If you’re familiar with the previous editions of this book, a glance at the cover and a quick browse are all you’ll need to see how a new design dramatically improves it, so it reads better and is more user-friendly. Also new to this edition is an accompanying website, http://www.PCNGuide.com, which offers extra information, resources, and worksheets.

Paperback | 512 Pages

Excerpt

Pregnancy: A Time for Change and Preparation
Like most expectant parents, you want a healthy pregnancy so you can provide a safe environment for your developing baby. Pregnancy is the time to assess your diet, fitness level, lifestyle, finances, and relationships—and make any necessary changes for optimal health. It’s also the time to arrange for prenatal care and seek help to resolve or manage any medical problems or mental health challenges. Chapters 4 through 6 discuss ways to have the healthiest pregnancy possible for you and your baby.

Because pregnancy puts extra demands on your body, you may have questions about the health of your pregnancy. Chapter 3 describes common changes and concerns that can arise in pregnancy and what you can do to address them, and Chapter 19 discusses what changes you can expect if this pregnancy isn’t your first. During pregnancy, you’ll also discover that you want to talk with other pregnant women, expectant partners, and new parents, so you can learn from their experiences and benefit from their support. Use this time to draw upon or develop a support system that can help you long after your baby is born.

Looking ahead to the birth, you may wonder how you’ll manage labor. Will you want to use medications to reduce or eliminate pain? Will you want a natural, drug-free birth? What kind of support will you want your partner to provide? Pregnancy is the time to prepare for how you’ll cope with childbirth; reading this book is a good place to start, and taking childbirth preparation classes will enhance your knowledge of your options. Chapters 9 and 12 describe when and how labor begins and what childbirth is really like, while Chapters 10 and 11 provide information on the various medications and non-medicated options for managing labor pain.

Just as most pregnancies are normal, so are most labors and births. However, just as problems can arise in pregnancy, complications can develop during childbirth, and medical interventions may become necessary for the health of the mother and baby. If your pregnancy, labor, or birth becomes complicated, it’s helpful to be aware of the possible problems and potential solutions. Chapters 7, 13, and 14 describe pregnancy and childbirth complications and the options for treatment, including cesarean birth.

As you anticipate parenthood, questions and deep feelings may come up about your childhood, and about your parents’ relationships with each other and with you. Your partner may have the same experience. Pregnancy is a good time to strengthen bonds, mend fences, or clarify boundaries with your parents so you can enter parenthood on your own terms.

You and your partner may also spend a lot of time thinking about the amazing responsibility of physically, emotionally, and spiritually nurturing a child. Pregnancy is a good time for you and your partner to explore your expectations of parenthood and develop the qualities essential for parenting, perhaps by taking parenting classes, reading parenting books, or speaking to friends and relatives about their parenting experiences.

Reviews

“This is the ultimate guide to all aspects of birthing. It is a must for all pregnant women and those who love them!”
—Christiane Northrup, MD; author of Women’s Bodies, Women’s Wisdom and The Wisdom of Menopause

“Women can only make informed choices when they’re able to get comprehensive information on the many decisions that come up during pregnancy, labor, birth, and the postpartum period. This book provides such information. I heartily recommend it to all pregnant women!”
—Ina May Gaskin; author of Ina May’s Guide to Childbirth, Ina May’s Guide to Breastfeeding, and Spiritual Midwifery

“Current research, wisdom, and women’s voices together create the most comprehensive book on understanding your options. It will educate, inspire, and nurture you to make informed decisions as you welcome your baby into the world.”
—Debra Pascali-Bonaro LCCE, CD (DONA), PCD (DONA); coauthor of Orgasmic Birth: Your Guide to a Safe, Satisfying and Pleasurable Birth Experience; director, Orgasmic Birth: The Best-Kept Secret

About the Author

Penny Simkin, a physical therapist, has been a childbirth educator and doula since 1968. She trains childbirth educators, doulas, and doula trainers and frequently conducts workshops for doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals.

Janet Whalley, a registered nurse and lactation consultant (IBCLC), has been a childbirth educator since 1975.

Ann Keppler, a registered nurse, parish nurse, and lactation specialist, has taught childbirth classes and new-parent classes since 1975.

Janelle Durham, a social worker, has worked with new parents since 1993. She is a birth doula, childbirth educator, and lactation consultant.

April Bolding has a doctorate in physical therapy and is a childbirth educator, birth doula, water fitness instructor, and author.


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