Glade Curtis Livres

Use this fact-filled book in addition to your doctor's prenatal care to follow your baby's progress and find answers to your questions on all states of pregnancy

Especially for the Woman Over 30 Have you chosen to become pregnant in your 30s or 40s? Your Pregnancy After 30 provides sensible, reassuring information that is up-to-date, easy to read and tailored to your specific needs. You'll find the information you need and more in this comprehensive volume. Women who conceive after 30 may encounter special circumstances associated with a first pregnancy. Topics covered -health concerns for women over 30-multiple births-managing fatigue-work place safety-your health and medical history-tests for you and your baby-nutrition and weight management-high-risk pregnancy—the facts-when to consider genetic counseling-first-time or repeat pregnancy-exercise during and after pregnancy Besides your special health concerns, you will be looking for help in fitting this pregnancy into your busy life. Important issues are covered in a straightforward, caring way, -maternity leave-laws to protect you during pregnancy-how pregnancy affects your partner-the single mother-child-care considerations Your Pregnancy After 30 can help you feel confident that you can handle pregnancy. It will make you a better partner with your health-care professional throughout the pregnancy and after delivery, to making your experience happy and fulfilling. Have a happy, healthy pregnancy!

The most up-to-date book available for pregnant women, "Your Pregnancy Week by Week", written by an obstetrician, is designed to help all women from before they conceive until they give birth. Women learn how their bodies change as the weeks progress, as well as how the baby develops and a vast amount of invaluable information about the entire pregnancy. Illustrations.

A comprehensive glossary of terms, a resource section, medical information, and tips for supporting your partner during pregnancy and the birth of your new baby Pregnancy can be a thrilling adventure for a couple. Although most attention is directed toward the mom-to-be, the nine months of pregnancy are an exciting, moving -- and, yes, occasionally stressful! -- time for the expectant father as well. Written with the needs and concerns of the dad-to-be in mind, this book will also help you be the best father you can be by covering such topics as: The tests and procedures your partner may undergo The impact of pregnancy on your relationship and how to handle it Ways to evaluate the expenses of having a baby How to be a great labor coach