An informative and reassuring guide to pregnancy, birth, and the first weeks with a new baby
Full of the latest essential information and expert advice, this guide will help new mothersto prepare for motherhood and givetheir babies the best start in life.The authoroffers unique methods and advice which have been very successful with her clients' pregnancies, such as relaxation techniques to prepare for birth; simple Mind-Body-Baby exercises to start bonding baby during pregnancy; and information on nutrition to help control morning sickness, sleep well, and feel more energetic. The book covers everything expectant mothers need to know, including what to eat to stay healthy and helpone's baby develop, what to expect from antenatal care, how to prepare physically and mentally for the birth, and information on genetics. There are also sections for expectant dadson preparing for fatherhood; specific advice for mothers who have had IVF, have a higher risk pregnancy, or who are expecting twins; and essential advice to helpget through the first weeks of parenthood, including breast- and bottle-feeding, promoting good sleep, keepingthe baby clean and comfortable, post-natal depression, understandingthe baby's cries, and having fun withthe baby.
