Healthy Pregnancy (DK Healthcare) - Softcover

A quick guide to a fit and positive pregnancy From parenting guru Dr Miriam Stoppard, everything you need to know to have a successful pregnancy, birth and healthy baby. The emphasis throughout is on maintaining your own and your baby's health, preparing yourself for labour, birth and the care of your baby afterwards. Divided into six chapters, each devoted to a different aspect looking after for your body and mind, from diet and exercise to rest and relaxation. With facts on common health complaints and major medical concerns plus, speedy at-a-glance charts highlighting the best treatments. Includes a discussion on emotional concerns and body image providing invaluable techniques and tips on how to get in touch with your baby while pregnant. Finally find out about the importance of maintaining a loving and intimate relationship during this time of great change.

Dr Miriam Stoppard - doctor, dermatologist, and a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians, is the UK's best-known expert on pregnancy and birth. A popular medical writer, broadcaster, and newspaper advice columnist, she is trusted by millions of mums and dads for her clear, accessible advice.