Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn

The Complete Guide

De: Penny Simkin PT PT, Janet Whalley BSN IBCLC BSN IBCLC, Ann Keppler MN MN, Janelle Durham MSW LCCE MSW LCCE, April Bolding DPT CD DPT CD

Narrado por: Suehyla El-Attar

Feel informed and empowered with this thoroughly updated, full-color pregnancy guide, which recognizes that “one size fits all” doesn’t apply to maternity care.

Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn provides the comprehensive guidance you need to make informed decisions about having a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum period–decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities, and values. This sixth edition includes:

-CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19
-Updated dietary guides and breastfeeding and surrogacy information
-Birth plans including doulas and caesarians when necessary
-Tips on how to reduce stress
-And so much more

Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn is inclusive, reflecting today's various family configurations such as single-parent families, blended families formed by second marriages, families with gay and lesbian parents, and families formed by open adoption or surrogacy. This pregnancy guide speaks to today's parents-to-be like no other.

Perfect for student midwives!

I loved this book! It was very thorough and I downloaded all of the documents from the website so I can share with future clients. Will also definitely be recommending them to read it for themselves!

An essential to hear and own!

This book and The Birth Partner are the two books I give each client family. I want the families I care for to have a realistic and informed preparation for childbirth and early parenting so they know what to expect and have the knowledge they need to make decisions for their family. Pregnancy, Childbirth and the Newborn does exactly this.

Very Informative

I learned so much! This book was extensive without being overwhelming. I feel much more confident and the information all seemed unbiased and evidence-based.

It's new age definitely

Like all the information except for in almost every chapter they make a statement and say, "refer to chapter (insert ch. #)." Just give info in appropriate chapter very annoying to hear the beginning of something then told to refer to a future upcoming chapter. It would flow better without that.

awesome book

I loved this book, I think it was the most valuable out of all pregnancy books I've listened!

Mandatory Reading

Great narrator, comprehensive text on this subject. Should be mandatory reading for all new and expecting parents.

I got so much information! Thank you

This book had so much info that has made me feel more confident. I am due in 2 months and so happy I purchased this book.

Great solid pregnancy information!

This info was really thorough. I appreciate the depth and detail about the experience of birth and the elements involved with pregnancy, delivery and caring for your newborn. I would recommend this book to a friend.

Frequent incorrect pronunciations are distracting

The narrator toggled between correct and incorrect pronunciation of "contract" and "progress" based on context.

well done

Read this book to prepare for a workshop/ conference. my first thoughts were about how long the book is. I did find it to be thorough and a really good really good presentation of the topics. UNBIASED!!!
I've been In women's health care just over 30 years. I learned a few new things and was affirmed on several. I would recommend this book to a client but in sections. That might be easier than tackling the entire book.