... That book is "What to expect when you're expecting". The book is co-written by three ladies: Heidi Murkoff, Arlene Eisenberg and Sandee Hathaway; none of which are "trained" experts, but all have had their own children. The book is well written, without overuse of jargon, and clearly explained. ... Read review
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this bestselling pregnancy book. This is a cover-to-cover chapter-by-chapter line-by-line revision and update. It's a new book for a new generation of expectant mums featuring a fresh perspective and a friendlier-than-ever voice. Heidi Murkoff has rewritten every section of the book answering dozens of new questions and including loads of new asked-for material such as a detailed week-by-week foetal development section in each of the monthly chapters an expanded chapter on pre-conception and a brand new one on carrying multiples. The Fourth Edition incorporates the most recent developments in obstetrics and addresses the most current lifestyle trends (from tattooing and belly piercing to Botox and aromatherapy).There's more than ever on pregnancy matters practical (including an expanded section on workplace concerns) physical (with more symptoms more solutions) emotional (advice on riding the mood roller coaster) nutritional (from low-carb to vegan from junk food-dependent to caffeine-addicted) and sexual (what's hot and what's not in pregnant lovemaking) as well as much more support for that very important partner in parenting the dad-to-be.Overflowing with tips helpful hints and humour (a pregnant woman's best friend) this new edition is more accessible and easier to use than ever before. It's everything parents-to-be have come to expect from What to Expect...only better.
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Advantages: It is easy to read and comprehend Disadvantages: None of any great importance
...that I really didn't know what to expect. So, I did some research (what on earth did women do before the internet?) and decided upon a highly praised book to guide me through it. That book is "What to expect when you're expecting". The book is co-written by three ladies: Heidi Murkoff, Arlene Eisenberg and Sandee Hathaway; none of which are "trained" experts, but all have had their own children. The book is well written, without ... ...down to it, knowing exactly what we need to eat can be bewildering. Along with advice on prenatal vitamin supplements, the book also breaks your diet down into food categories (such as iron-rich foods and whole grains and legumes) and clearly states how many of which food group you should be eating every day - completely removing all of the guesswork. To help matters even further, they even throw in a recipe or two, such as baked fries and bran muffins! ... more
As a first time mum to be, I can honestly say that I really didn't know what to expect. So, I did some research (what on earth did women do before the internet?) and decided upon a highly praised book to guide me through it. That book is "What to expect when you're expecting". The book is co-written by three ladies: Heidi Murkoff, Arlene Eisenberg and Sandee Hathaway; none of which are "trained" experts, but all have had their own children. The book is well written, without overuse of jargon, and clearly explained. The book is now into its third edition; the ladies have realised that in the 18 years since it was first written, times have changed enormously and the book has been edited to reflect that.
So, is it worth buying? In my humble opinion, yes! There are so many tiny little details about pregnancy that are just not made known until you are right in the middle of it, many of them scary and worrying. Although the book cannot cover every single eventuality, it does its best. To ensure that the writers have their fingers on the pulse, they invite women to send in their own questions, so that any future editions may continue to stay with the times.
****THE BOOK ITSELF******
I have the lastest edition and it is a whopping 593 pages long. The first pages are from one of the writers, Heidi Murkoff, who explains why and how the book came about and then there is great praise from a reknowned doctor, Richard Aubrey who is a 'Professor and Director of Academic and Community Obstetrics for the State University of New York', no less! As an acclaimed expert in his field for more than forty years, his foreword adds substantial weight to the book.
The book is understandably split into five different stages:
PART ONE: "In the beginning" - this is a section to determine whether indeed you are pregnant: usual signs of pregnancy; pregnancy timetable/due date and making your first doctor's appointment. They also cover in great depth matters which may concern you and things that you should be concerned about during pregnancy, such as the regular "can I smoke?" to the more unusual "can I use electic blankets?" One important aspect of pregnancy is that of diet - we all know that growing babies need calcium, along with a multitude of other vitamins and minerals, but when it comes down to it, knowing exactly what we need to eat can be bewildering. Along with advice on prenatal vitamin supplements, the book also breaks your diet down into food categories (such as iron-rich foods and whole grains and legumes) and clearly states how many of which food group you should be eating every day - completely removing all of the guesswork. To help matters even further, they even throw in a recipe or two, such as baked fries and bran muffins! Throughout the book you will find paragraphs of explanations, plus a Q&A format, which works very well. It makes it easy to go back later and check a particular topic or find a question discussing something you are concerned about. To assist you even further, the book uses an extensive index, cataloguing all subjects, found at the back.
PART TWO: "Nine months and counting - from conception to delivery" - this section is the biggest of the five and as the title suggests, covers everything in those all important nine months, split into nine parts, each one representing a month of the pregnancy. Most follow a similar format: what to expect at your prenatal visit; what you may be feeling and symptoms you may experience at that particular stage and again, pertinent matters that may be of concern to you. A great part of the book is that every month has diagrams of what your tummy looks like on the inside and also how your growing baby is changing. They also include a little written explanation of what baby is doing, for example, where I am now, the baby is "over 30cm long and 900g and can open his/her eyes" - terrific stuff, which really helps in the bonding of you and baby. Also, every month they have a section entitled "what it's important to know" and throughout the nine months subjects such as "playing it safe"; "exercise during pregnancy" and "about Breastfeeding" are featured. As well as the nine months of pregnancy, this section covers labour and delivery, extensively discussing every option available to you and the varying stages of labour.
PART THREE: "Last but not least" - this part covers what happens once the baby is here, using the same format as previous chapters, including things you may be concerned about (for example afterpains or difficulty urinating); what you may be feeling (baby blues) and what it's important to know (how to get back into shape). Not forgetting the other important person in all this, Daddy, there is also a section dedicated to the man himself, giving him a few pointers towards what HE is likely to expect!
PART FOUR: "Of special concern" - the penultimate section of the book is dedicated to things that CAN go wrong. Overactive pregnant minds can spiral out of control if left unchecked and it is for this reason that the authors advise you not to read this section, unless you are having problems. Matters such as ectopic pregnancy, preeclampsia and preterm labour are discussed in detail and are enough to send any pregnant women off to see her midwife at the slightest twinge! However, the symptoms included for all of the scary stuff are excellent to have at hand, as some of these conditions are life threatening not only to your baby, but to you too.
PART FIVE: "The next baby" - okay, this part has gone unread in my house, as that is just too far into the future for my liking - I will get this one over and done with first! A shorter chapter, this covers what you need to do to ensure your body will be ready for the next baby (and pretty much reiterates the earlier section of the book). This section also includes blank pages for you to scribble notes or questions for your doctor and the afore mentioned incredibly useful index.
*****POSITIVE AND NEGATIVE ASPECTS*******
Positives: These far outweigh the negatives, in my opinion:
The book is relatively inexpensive, retailing on Amazon for £12.99. Also, the books have been translated into many different languages - you may not that there is a great deal of difference between pregnancy in the US and the UK, but you would be surprised!
The book is written in an easy to understand language: by no means is it condescending, but merely written for "normal" women.
The format of the book is uniformed throughout, making it easy to read and to find pertinent sections.
It is not a book that is only read once - mine has been on my bedside table for five months, and every day I look up at least one thing.
Negatives:
For anyone with a little knowledge of pregnancy (such as myself, I am a moderator of a pregnancy board) this book covers a lot of information you might already be aware of.
Not every single aspect can be covered in one book and therefore, you may find yourself with a question that remains uncovered.
Right, so, once you have got the pregnancy over with (not that it is a chore, of course!), you may find yourself thinking "okay, what do I do now?" - for those of you that are first time mums, there are also other titles to help you along by the same authors, such as "What to expect the first year" and "What to expect the toddler years". Believe me, it won't be long before these titles also adorn my book shelves!
So, who should read this book? Well, any first time mum to be would be crazy not to have this book close at hand - it doesn't provide ALL of the answers, but if you are anything like me, will give you less to worry about once you realise you are not unique and that other woman have the same concerns as you do. Go buy it now and good luck!
sunworld 20.07.2004 (20.07.2004)
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Advantages: Incredibly informative and comprehensive Disadvantages: Possibly a bit over-medicalised in places
...into a month-by-month account of what you're likely to experience in pregnancy... how the baby's developing, what's happening to your body, what kind of checks and tests you are likely to be offered, etc etc. As well as the physical effects of pregnancy, the authors don't overlook the emotional side, which is sensitively covered. Within these nine chapters - which cover 231 pages in total! - most of the questions, worries and concerns which you might ... ...on finding out you're pregnant and common early concerns; diet during pregnancy (this is rather a hobby-horse for the authors, who have written a "companion" book called "Eating Well When You're Expecting") and other lifestyle factors; screening and diagnostic tests; coping with acute or chronic medical conditions during pregnancy, and pregnancy complications. A long and detailed section covers labour and delivery, and there's also thorough information ...
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Advantages: informative, well organised, thorough Disadvantages: a bit American in places
...pregnancy, chronic conditions during pregnancy, what happens when things go wrong during pregnancy, and a chapter on planning the next baby.
Each month has information at the beginning about what is happening with the baby and roughly what you’ll be looking like. We found this bit fascinating as it’s hard to imagine there’s a real baby inside you at the beginning. It has a section on what you may be feeling physically and emotionally. I found this ... ...wasn’t so keen on the what you can expect at this month’s check up also at the beginning of each month chapter, the authors are American and I found what was written wildly different to my experiences with the nhs. Each chapter covers concerns roughly relating to that stage of pregnancy ie miscarriage in the first month, carrying twins in the third month, holidays abroad in the fifth month, labour symptoms in the ninth month.
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ricci 18.08.2004
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Advantages: Comprehensive, sensibly written Disadvantages: Heavy (but u can rest it on your bump!)
...(etc) with a section on what you might be experiencing each month.
- Labour and Delivery
Part 3: Last But Not Least
- Postpartum - the first week
- Postpartum - the first 6 weeks
- Fathers Are Expectant Too
Part 4: Of Special Concern
- If You Get Sick
- Coping With A Chronic Condition
- When There's a Problem
Part 5: The Next Baby
(hmm, might skip this bit!)
I found this book incredibly helpful - it has a sensible, no-nonsense, a very ... ...days of "oh my goodness, what do I do now?" panics. I looked at several maternity books and this one really stood out as being comprehensive. I bought it early on in my pregnancy and referred to it throughout the whole pregnancy. It helped me write my birth plan and really made me feel more confident going into labour. The sections on being overdue and inducing labour are well-thumbed, as I was 2 weeks late! My husband also found it very useful to ...
Bitchqueenofneworleans 14.03.2008 (16.03.2008)
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Advantages: All the information is useful Disadvantages: The cover isn't particularly inspiring
...symptoms you will be feeling, what is happening to your body and what is happening to the baby. It then goes on to have a question and answer style set up whereby tiny niggles are answered (that's me!) to issues of a bigger deal.
There are then really useful chapters at the back, for example, about how to overcome illnesses during pregnancy, what happens in the first month after birth and how to deal with special care babies.
It either completely ...
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Advantages: Comprehensive, reassuring, not condescending and accessible Disadvantages: A rather hefty tome !
What a great book for the nervous mother to be! Being a moderately intelligent and inquisitive woman,I was searching for a book about pregnancy that told the whole story. This book manages to allay fears, build your confidence and give simple but comprehensive information on all aspects of pregnancy from the very beginning to birth and beyond. Advantages: This book contains a month by month guide to what is happening and what you should do during ... ...at the beginning of each section. I found these really useful as they highlight the key points and avoid you having to re-read the whole section if you just want a quick reference. The book has illustrations and uses a questions and answers format to help you feel less nervy and much more 'normal' - the questions are often those you have in your head! The index was comprehensive and allowed for easy dipping in and out of the information too. Disadvantages; ...
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Advantages: Broken down into easy to follow chapters Disadvantages: none really
I bought this book whilst expecting my first child a few years back.
A friend suggested it and said it was invaluble to her.
Basically its a book about every aspect of your pregnancy,from whenyou do the test to the six week check and even a little bit more.
"WhattoExpectwhenyou'reexpecting" is from a range of "whattoexpect" series,others being the first year and The toddler years.
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The book covering 407 pages very carefully covers all aspects of every pregnant couple queries.
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Advantages: Clearly laid out, lots of information. Disadvantages: Size, can't add details for further child/ren.
; 'Whattoexpect - whenyou'reexpecting' and 'Whattoexpect - the first year' and was familiar with the authors; Arlene Eisenberg, Heidi E Murkoff, and Sandee E Hathaway, from previous publications and reports etc. So I handed over my cash £9.99 and took it home.
The book is fairly large 6inches (15.5cms) x 9inches (23cms) and 1 ½ inches (4cms) thick, it contains 827 pages, so a fairly meaty book, but does contain lots of information.
When Toby went for his afternoon nap, I opened a bar of chocolate and started to look through, to see what it could teach me, and help me to 'Conquer the Toddler'
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