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Pregnancy For Dummies, UK Edition

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Pregnancy For Dummies, UK Edition by Roger Henderson, Sarah Jarvis, Joanne Stone, Keith Eddleman, and Mary Duenwald is a practical guide designed to help expectant parents navigate the stages of pregnancy in the UK. It offers clear and comprehensive advice covering everything from conception to birth, with tips on maintaining health and well-being for both mother and baby. The book addresses common questions and concerns in a friendly and accessible manner, aiming to ease the journey for new parents with expert insights and support.
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You might enjoy this book if you're expecting a baby and looking for practical advice and clear explanations to guide you through each stage of pregnancy, labour, and early parenthood. With insights from medical professionals, this resource offers a British perspective on everything from prenatal care to postnatal tips, making it a supportive and informative companion for your parenting journey.

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Everything expectant mums need to know, trimester by trimester Both new and seasoned parents alike have questions and concerns over the course of the nine-month adventure. Pregnancy For Dummies offers comfort and reassurance while serving as a guide to what mother and baby experience before, during, and just after birth.

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Everything expectant mums need to know, trimester by trimester

Both new and seasoned parents alike have questions and concerns over the course of the nine-month adventure. Pregnancy For Dummies offers comfort and reassurance while serving as a guide to what mother and baby experience before, during, and just after birth. Here, you’ll find expert advice on diets and exercise when you’re pregnant; guidance on following your baby’s development, trimester by trimester; tips on how to prepare for the big day; techniques for taking care of yourself before and after delivery; and support for caring for a newborn baby.

Pregnancy For Dummies gives parents-to-be authoritative, friendly, up-to-date advice on every aspect of pregnancy and childbirth. This new edition offers all of the latest information expecting parents want to know, including medical and nutritional information and updated resources/changes in NHS practice, so that new mums will feel prepared and reassured ahead of the birth.

  • A guide to what mother and baby experience before, during, and just after birth
  • Helpful information on preparing for pregnancy
  • Advice on diet and exercise during pregnancy
  • Information on your rights and welfare benefits
  • Guidance on how to care for a newborn baby

If you’re an expectant mum looking for practical, down-to-earth guidance on what to expect before, during, and after pregnancy, Pregnancy For Dummies will keep you prepared and reassured every step along the way.

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Pregnancy For Dummies, UK Edition is often praised for its straightforward and comprehensive coverage of pregnancy-related topics. It is appreciated for being accessible and easy to read, providing practical advice and clear explanations. The book's tone and structure make it a supportive guide for expectant parents navigating pregnancy in the UK.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781119976615

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 October 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 187.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 680g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Dr Sarah Jarvis has been a GP for 20 years. She is the resident doctor on the BBC's The One Show, and a regular columnist for Good Housekeeping and My Weekly. Dr Roger Henderson has also been a GP for 20 years, and writes for The Sunday Times and the Sunday Mirror. He is also the medical consultant to the health website NetDoctor. Joanne Stone, MD, and Keith Eddleman, MD, are obstetrician-gynaecologists. Mary Duenwald is a veteran journalist.

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