Myra J. Wick Knihy

"Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy has become a trusted resource for parents-to-be. In this fully reviewed and revised second edition, you'll find updated guidance and practical tips, including: Evidence-based medical advice for parents from a world-class team of doctors and care providers; Information on pregnancy planning and fertility; Weekly updates on baby's growth and development; Monthly explanation of changes for mom; Guidance on nutrition, exercise and weight gain; Tips for working, traveling and managing parenthood; Reliable information on recent trends and technologies in pregnancy and postpartum care; Answers to difficult or embarrassing questions"--Page 4 of cover.

This new Mayo Clinic book on pregnancy provides you with practical information and reassurance on pregnancy and childbirth. Compiled by Mayo Clinic experts in obstetrics, it offers a clear, thorough and reliable reference for this exciting and sometimes unpredictable journey. This comprehensivebook includes: A month-by-month look at mom and baby In-depth "Decision Guides" to help you make informed decisions on topics such as how to select a health care provider, prenatal testing options, pain relief for childbirth, and many others An easy-to-use reference guide that covers topics such as morning sickness, heartburn, back pain, headaches and yeast infections, among others Information on pregnancy health concerns, including preterm labor, gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, along with an overview on being pregnant when you have pre-existing health conditions such as asthma, diabetes or hyperthyroidism