Pregnancy facts

What was your most obscure food craving during pregnancy?

Ice cream and pickles?
hahaha, so far these are all so great, its going to be hard to pick a best answer! Oh the joys of mother-hood =]

When i was about 6months pregnant all i wanted was Pickles dipped in kethcup and wip cream. now im due in a cuople weeks and that just makes me wanna get sick just thinking about it. yuk!!!!!!!!!!!! lol. but then i started eating so much of the bownie fudge dryers icecream i never really like chocolate but now im addicted to it. its weird…

Nutrition During Pregnancy $12.49 Rated: NRSynopsis: Are you worried you’re gaining too much weight…or not enough? Mystified by EFAs and BMIs? Wondering if your diet contains the nutrients vital to a healthy pregnancy? In Nutrition During Pregnancy, host Kara Korhonen answers all of your prenatal food and nutrition questions. Her approach to education makes learning fun and entertaining. She discusses weight gain, critical nutrients for each trimester, foods to limit or avoid, physical activity, and much more. Get ready to learn and laugh!Don’t worry about your pregnancy and food choices any longer — watch Nutrition During Pregnancy today!

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy $9.71 The only book on healthy eating during pregnancy by both a licensed dietitian and a leading OB/GYN. 150 test-kitchen-approved recipes, including slow-cooker, make-ahead, and quick-and-easy dishes for busy families. Recommendations based on the latest revisions to the food pyramid. Medically sound weight-management guidance, including advice on low-carb and other popular diets and on ways to gain weight without overeating fats and junk foods. Special section on exercise during pregnancy. Includes recipes and dietary advice for breast-feeding moms and for weight loss after birth.

Better Food For Pregnancy $13.96 Expert nutritional advice and tasty recipes for a healthy pregnancy. Pregnancy is not a time for guesswork about nutrition. Expecting women have specific nutritional needs and will find it useful to have a sensible guide to this vital information. Better Food for Pregnancy is that guide. Written by experts on staff at the renowned Hospital for Sick Children, this book is comprehensive and authoritative. The first half of the book addresses: nutritional needs before conception and during each trimester how a mother’s diet affects growth of the fetus healthy weight gains through each trimester nutritional supplements including vitamins, minerals, and herbs effects of particular foods, such as coffee, unpasteurized cheeses, and alcohol increased nutrient requirements needed during lactation The second half of the book features 125 recipes ideally suited to expectant mothers. Each recipe has a complete nutrient analysis plus there are handy meal plans and Snacks on the Go that help prevent nausea and vomiting. Every page of the nutrition section is packed with tips, sidebars, recommendations, and common-sense guidelines presented in easy-to-use tables and charts. Better Food for Pregnancy is an invaluable tool to help women make the best decisions during a critical time in their child’s development.

You & Your Baby Healthy Eating During Pregnancy $3.98 Eating well can be tricky when you’re pregnant. Sometimes you don’t feel well. Other times you’re eating all day. And sometimes you just want to give in to your cravings. So how do you follow a healthy diet? Let the experts help In this all-new companion book to "You and Your Baby: Pregnancy, " you’ll find tips, helpful hints, and the information you need for having a healty diet before, during, and after your pregnancy. Inside you’ll find: Nutrition basics on everything from vitamins and minerals to reading food labels Special section on morning sickness, food allergies, and other diet concerns The latest guidelines for diabetic moms-to-be Advice for losing those postpregnancy pounds Checklists for daily meal planning to track how you’re eating Fitness advice for each stage of your pregnancy Hundreds of recipes for quick and easy meals and snacks

The 100 Healthiest Foods to Eat During Pregnancy: The Surprising Unbiased Truth about Foods You Should Be Eating During Pregnancy $20.48 Backed up by the latest nutritional research, this guide debunks previous pregnancy food myths and uncovers a number of surprising and food choices that expectant moms should be eating (but probably aren’t ). Nutrition is never more critical than during pregnancy. However, many women find the nutritional guidelines and menu plans they get from their doctor to be a complex, confusing, and oftentimes uninspiring list of things to eat for the next nine months. Jonny Bowden and Allison Tannis make pregnancy nutrition easy with the top 100 foods expectant moms need to eat during their pregnancy. For example: Brown rice for nausea-fighting B vitamins Lemons for stretch-mark reducing vitamin C Anchovies for brain-boosting omega-3 fatty acids

What to Eat Before, During, and After Pregnancy $16.95 Eat right and make a lifelong difference. in the health of both you and your baby!. Did you know that small amounts of dark chocolate can be good for you while you’re pregnant? Would you be (happily) surprised to learn that you don’t have to give up your morning cup of coffee? Or disappointed that you should avoid. sushi throughout your pregnancy? In What to Eat Before, During, and After Pregnancy , maternal nutrition expert Judith Brown guides you in making smart food selections. to improve your chances of delivering a healthy baby. Based on the latest scientific research, Dr. Brown provides practical nutritional advice on preparing your body for pregnancy; eating right for healthy fetal development; and making the best choices when taking vitamin, mineral, and herbal supplements. Inside you will find:.: The latest recommendations for following a balanced diet throughout pregnancy and breast-feeding.; Guidelines for preventing gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and preterm delivery.; Nutritional aids for dealing with common problems. such as nausea, swelling, and heartburn.

Healthy Eating During Pregnancy (You & Your Baby) $6.99 Every week of your pregnancy brings phenomenal changes to you and your baby. Learn what’s happening to both of you and learn about foods that help to ensure the highest level of health, helping your baby’s growth and development. The authors share up-to-date information as well as a sense of wonder at the miracle of life. More than 200 kitchen tested and approved recipes ensure great taste and success in preparing a variety of dishes. Recipes classified by how they benefit the mom-to-be and baby, such as recipes for high iron, high fiber, high calcium, make ahead meals, and more, making it easy for mom-to-be to identify recipes most appropriate for her individual needs. Healthy Eating During Pregnancy includes medically sound weight-management guidance and necessary nutrients as well as information on how to avoid, or cope with, morning sickness and heartburn. In addition, advice on exercise, diabetes, food allergies, hypertension and obesity is also provided.

The Pregnancy Diet $3.98 Are you worried about gaining too much weight when you’re pregnant — or not losing enough weight after the baby arrives? Let’s face it: to make sure you and your baby are as healthy as possible, you need to be concerned with eating right while you’re expecting. Yet acomprehensive guide to healthy weight gain — including a total pregnancyeating plan — hasn’t been made available to women. Until now. In this first and only book of its kind, Eileen Behan, registered dietitian and mother of two, answers every imaginable question related to proper, healthy weight gain and the best nutrition for your baby, including exactly what to eat (and what not to eat) as well as how you can return to your pre-pregnancy weight after your baby’s birth. Working hand-in-hand with your obstetrician’s advice, this wonderful book is chock full of helpful information (what to eat during morning sickness when you don’t want to eat at all), and facts you need to know (is a vegetarian diet safe for your baby?). Complete with an exciting eating program based on six easy-to-understand food groups — and delicious, healthy recipes that you’ll love, "The Pregnancy Diet" understands a woman’s real-life needs. You’ll find: Weekly weight goals for single births and twinsSimple-to-make menus and nutrition-packed meals and snacksFacts about aspartame, soft drinks, caffeine, alcohol, and smokingExercise programs — what’s safe and what’s notNutritional guidelines for special problems — gestational diabetes, pregnancy-induced hypertension, doctor-ordered bed rest, and othersThe best food sources for the essential nutrients you need, including calcium, folic acid, iron, and many more At last: an all-in-one nutrition sourcebook for the time in your life when you want to make "sure" you do everything right.

Meditations During Pregnancy $3.99 Perhaps the time of greatest change and the most uncertainty in a mother’s life is before her baby is even born. Written with a wise and reassuring tone, “Meditations During pregnancy” is a treasured source of insight, inspiration, companionship, and support for any mother-to-be.

Every Woman’s Guide To Eating During Pregnancy $11.2 Whether she?s twenty-seven or forty-seven, almost every pregnant woman obsesses about food. If she experiences morning sickness, fatigue, or cravings and aversions, good nutrition can be a challenge. And for older mothers in the high-risk category, whose numbers have increased 80 percent in the past decade, food choices can be even more important. Written by an ideal team–Martha Rose Shulman, an award-winning cookbook author who had her first baby when she was in her forties, and Dr. Jane Davis, an ob/gyn at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center–this sensible guide provides all the information that expectant mothers need to keep themselves and their babies healthy. It includes ? practical, authoritative advice on the best food sources for essential vitamins and minerals ? two weeks? worth of flexible meal programs of every sort: for each trimester, for weight control, for vegetarians and vegans, for nursing mothers, for noncooks, and more ? 100 easy, nourishing recipes.

Healthy Eating for Pregnancy $10.16 For the sake of herself and her child, every mother-to-be—or new mother who is breast-feeding her infant—should know these strategies for eating well and staying healthy. Complete with more than 40 nourishing and delicious recipes—including vanilla-roasted fruits and sweet potato frittata—Healthy Eating for Pregnancy gives women clear and concise answers to all their nutritional questions. It addresses eating to enhance fertility, the elements that make up a good pregnancy diet, food safety during this vulnerable time, and what your needs are during the first few weeks of motherhood. Find out which foods you can eat during pregnancy and which to avoid, and precisely how much of each nutrient you require and where to get it.

Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy, Revised Edition: The Complete Guide to Eating Before, During, and After Your Pregnancy $3.98 An updated edition of this definitive guide to dietary health and nutrition for expectant mothers "Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy "is a reliable reference for women who want more than just a "how to eat" guide. Fully revised in a smaller trim size, this edition features new menus and recipes as well as the latest findings on how a mother’s nutrition during pregnancy determines her child’s risk for heart disease, diabetes, hypertension, and other diseases later in life. You’ll find clear explanations of –what foods to avoid and why –the role of vitamins and minerals and how to choose the right supplements –how what you eat affects your labor and delivery –dietary guidelines for pregnant women over thirty-five, as well as for pregnant teens –how diet helps prevent common problems, from morning sickness and food cravings to heartburn and muscle cramps –which foods and nutrients speed your recovery after the baby is born

The Healthy Pregnancy Cookbook $9.99 Over 100 delicious, safe, and easy-to-prepare recipes. From Vanilla Apple Compote with Honeyed Greek Yogurt for breakfast; to Avocado, Tomato, and Cilantro on Sourdough Bread that would make a great lunch; to Chicken Stuffed with Mozzarella and Pesto, there are recipes for any time of day or any kind of appetite. Recipes are filled with fresh, healthy ingredients – vegetables, herbs, grains, fish and organic meats and poultry. Introduction to which nutrients are particularly important during pregnancy. Essential information on which foods to avoid and why; the advantages of organic food; the best ways to preserve nutrients during cooking; and simple food hygiene. Detailed information on how to choose a balanced diet; tips on relieving morning sickness and other common pregnancy ailments; and how to continue to care for yourself during breastfeeding. For times when there’s little or no time to cook, there’s a selection of nutritious snack ideas for immediate satisfaction that require only the simplest preparation

The Complete Pregnancy Cookbook $8.99 Eating a good diet while you’re expecting is one of the most important contributions you can make to the health of your child. Written by Fiona Wilcock, a leading pregnancy nutritionist, The Complete Pregnancy Cookbook takes the worry out of what to eat during the nine months of pregnancy, as well as the first few months of life with a new baby. This informative book contains menu plans and recipes that will provide all the necessary nutrients for your changing needs. Readers will find detailed weekly menu plans that outline what to eat for breakfast lunch and dinner during each week of pregnancy. The menus are designed to meet the special needs of your developing baby, but use readily available ingredients that the whole family can enjoy too. Wilcock also offers much needed advice for maintaining a healthy diet when eating out, abroad, and in a work environment, as well as information on managing restricted diets and using food to prevent or cope with common pregnancy complaints.

Drugs During Pregnancy and Lactation $34.99 The latest edition is the resource for any practicing OB/GYN, family physician, midwife, or pharmacist who prescribes medicinal products to or evaluates environmental or occupational exposures in women who are or may become pregnant. Based on the highly successful seven German editions of this reference, the up-to-date drug listings have been revised into a handy pocket guide color tabbed for quick access to important information. Easy to reference each drug is listed discussing the side effects, general impact on organ systems, potential toxicity, and risks before offering dosage recommendations. It is the only book of its kind to provide conclusive information on treatments for diseases during pregnancy and lactation and actions to be taken after (inadvertant) exposure to drugs suspected to be developmentaly toxic. Unlike other dosage guides, this edition is an affordable, compact compendium of knowledge on the very latest drugs and their effects on pregnant/lactating women. * Provides conclusive information on the prevention of birth defects through the safe use of drugs before pregnancy, as well as during pregnancy and lactation * Essential new information on herbs, vitamins, and nutrition supplements used during pregnancy * Structured according to indication group, rather than alphabetically, providing a more user-friendly guide that makes it easier to compare drugs * Includes a conveniently removable ‘quick reference’ card of most frequently used drugs and their safety

Better Food for Pregnancy: Nutrition Guide Plus More Than 125 Recipes for Healthy Pregnancy and Breastfeeding $3.48 "Expert nutritional advice and tasty recipes for a healthy pregnancy." Pregnancy is not a time for guesswork about nutrition. Expecting women have specific nutritional needs and will find it useful to have a sensible guide to this vital information. Better Food for Pregnancy is that guide. Written by experts on staff at the renowned Hospital for Sick Children, this book is comprehensive and authoritative. The first half of the book addresses: nutritional needs before conception and during each trimester how a mother’s diet affects growth of the fetus healthy weight gains through each trimester nutritional supplements including vitamins, minerals, and herbs effects of particular foods, such as coffee, unpasteurized cheeses, and alcohol increased nutrient requirements needed during lactation The second half of the book features 125 recipes ideally suited to expectant mothers. Each recipe has a complete nutrient analysis plus there are handy meal plans and Snacks on the Go that help prevent nausea and vomiting. Every page of the nutrition section is packed with tips, sidebars, recommendations, and common-sense guidelines presented in easy-to-use tables and charts. Better Food for Pregnancy is an invaluable tool to help women make the best decisions during a critical time in their child’s development.

Bleeding During Pregnancy: A Comprehensive Guide $82.48 The phenomenon of bleeding has been shown to appear in up to 22% of all pregnancies and is associated with significant maternal and fetal morbidities, and even mortality. Although vaginal bleeding occurs mainly during the first trimester, it can appear at any stage of pregnancy and in the postpartum period. This sometimes life-threatening event requires an extensive work-up in order to recognize its cause and establish a rapid and effective therapeutic approach. This book is a comprehensive appraisal of this critical condition. It draws on evidence-based data and brings together, in a single volume, updated information on all aspects of pregnancy-related bleeding. A global group of interdisciplinary experts contributed chapters on: bleeding during early pregnancy (early pregnancy loss, ectopic pregnancy, gestational trophoblastic disease, and cancer of the reproductive tract during pregnancy); bleeding in late pregnancy (preterm delivery, placental abruption, placenta previa, vasa previa and uterine rupture); and postpartum hemorrhage.

Expect the Best: Your Guide to Healthy Eating Before, During, and After Pregnancy $14.98 "A fabulous resource for moms-to-be In this comprehensive guide to nutrition and health during pregnancy, Ward provides solid, research-based answers to women’s most frequently asked questions about diet, exercise, weight gain, and supplements and offers specific advice that’s easy to incorporate into your daily routine.” -Joy Bauer, M.S., R.D., bestselling author of "Joy’s Life Diet" and nutrition/health expert for the "Today Show" "Ward and the ADA serve up practical, easy-to-use advice that is sure to help inform and inspire new and expectant moms." -Laura A. Jana, M.D., coauthor of "Food Fights" and Heading "Home with Your Newborn" "Any woman who is even thinking about getting pregnant for the first or third time needs to read this excellent and timely book. Ward has done a fabulous job compiling the most recent scientific evidence about pregnancy and translating it into a fun, easy-to-read book with quick, nutritious, and delicious recipes." -Kathleen M. Zelman, M.P.H, R.D., Director of Nutrition, WebMD "This book shares a wealth of information that takes into account all the different ways a pregnant woman and new mother lives her life. It might be the only book on prenatal nutrition you’ll ever need." -Peg Moline, Editor in Chief, "Fit Pregnancy" magazine Are you thinking of having a baby? Perhaps you’re pregnant or nursing a newborn. Whatever the case, "Expect the Best" shows you how a healthy lifestyle from preconception to postdelivery will help you to have the brightest, healthiest child possible. You’ll find dozens of useful, easy-to-follow tips for healthy eating and physical activity, including: Why you (and your partner) should achieve a healthy weight before trying for a baby, and how good nutrition helps maximize fertility in women and men Trimester-by-trimester advice about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy Safe postpregnancy weight loss, and the best eating plan for nursing moms How diet can help you handle conditions such as gestational diabetes and morning sickness 50 delicious, nutritious, and easy recipes your entire family will love

Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts $7.99 For when you need the facts—not fear—about what food, drinks, activities, and procedures you should avoid during each month of your pregnancy. Over the years, Dr. Elisabeth Aron has soothed the worries of many soon-to-be moms who have come to her with questions such as: • Can I exercise during my first trimester? • Is canned tuna safe to eat throughout my pregnancy? • Do self-tanners contain chemicals I should be worried about? • I have to fly for work during my second trimester. Is this safe? • Is cookie-dough ice cream safe to eat? • Can I wear an underwire bra during my pregnancy? • I’m six months pregnant. Is it alright for me to have a glycolic peel facial? • Are peanuts safe to eat or will my baby develop a peanut allergy if I eat too many? • There is a lot of chlorine in my health club’s pool. Is that a good or bad thing? Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts includes hundreds of entries on possible concerns—from apple cider to zinc and everything in between. In each entry, Dr. Aron identifies the item, the possible cause for concern, and explains the bottom line—whether it is something a woman should avoid completely, something to take a better-safe-than-sorry approach toward, or something that is perfectly fine. From the Trade Paperback edition.

Substance Abuse During Pregnancy and Childhood $16.98 This collection of concise and interdisciplinary scientific reviews examines key aspects of the role of alcohol in causing fetal damage during pregnancy. Important area reviewed include diagnosis and management of drug abuse during pregnancy, psychosocial factors that affect alcohol use by young adults, the role of cultural and ethnic groups in preventing abuse, and the training of health care personnel in prevention and treatment. Drug and Alcohol Abuse During Pregnancy and Childhood will be of interest to obstetricians/gynecologists, pediatricians, family medical doctors, health maintenance organizations, and those doing research on alcohol and its role in birth and neonatal defects.

The Complete Organic Pregnancy $3.98 While being pregnant is thrilling, the responsibility of a growing baby can provoke anxiety about what is and isn’t safe. In "The Complete Organic Pregnancy," Deirdre Dolan and Alexandra Zissu address how you can minimize your exposure to the invisible toxins that surround us in everything from food, cleaning products, and cosmetics to furniture, rugs, air, and water. Step by step, they tell you where dangerous chemicals are lurking, why it’s so important to avoid them when pregnant, and what you can do before, during, and after your pregnancy to protect your child. In this exhaustively researched book, the authors (calmly) talk parents-to-be through everything from the safest laundry detergent to which crib mattresses contain toxic flame retardants. You’ll find out how to choose the right face cream, plastic water bottles, household cleaners, types of fish, and much more all with an eye toward keeping you and your baby safe and healthy. "The Complete Organic Pregnancy" also features a collection of personal diaries from well-known writers and organophiles, including Barbara Kingsolver and Marion Nestle, as well as recipes from organic chefs. Required reading for anyone heading into this exciting stage of life, "The Complete Organic Pregnancy" is your chance to make a difference for your children, even before they’re born.

Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts: The Smart Woman’s Pocket Companion for a Safe and Sound Pregnancy $3.98 For when you need the facts–not fear–about what food, drinks, activities, and procedures you should avoid during each month of your pregnancy. Over the years, Dr. Elisabeth Aron has soothed the worries of many soon-to-be moms who have come to her with questions such as: – Can I exercise during my first trimester? – Is canned tuna safe to eat throughout my pregnancy? – Do self-tanners contain chemicals I should be worried about? – I have to fly for work during my second trimester. Is this safe? – Is cookie-dough ice cream safe to eat? – Can I wear an underwire bra during my pregnancy? – I’m six months pregnant. Is it alright for me to have a glycolic peel facial? " "- Are peanuts safe to eat or will my baby develop a peanut allergy if I eat too many? – There is a lot of chlorine in my health club’s pool. Is that a good or bad thing? "Pregnancy Do’s and Don’ts" includes hundreds of entries on possible concerns–from apple cider to zinc and everything in between. In each entry, Dr. Aron identifies the item, the possible cause for concern, and explains the bottom line–whether it is something a woman should avoid completely, something to take a better-safe-than-sorry approach toward, or something that is perfectly fine.

Mood and Anxiety Disorders During Pregnancy and Postpartum $62 The nine distinguished contributors to Mood and Anxiety Disorders During Pregnancy and Postpartum dispel prevailing beliefs and offer invaluable guidance in treating women during pregnancy and the postpartum period. They assert that pregnancy is a time of increased vulnerability to psychiatric illness, present data that support the use of certain antidepressants during pregnancy and postpartum, and discuss decisions about what constitutes reasonable risk during pregnancy.

FitBALL Using the Ball During Pregnancy DVD $46.56 Features of the FitBALL Using the Ball During Pregnancy DVD: By Carolyne Anthony. This 20-minute DVD explains how to use the FitBALL exercise ball as a birthing ball. Exercises are appropriate for use during pregnancy, delivery and postpartum.

Women’s Health During and After Pregnancy $50 This book describes the results of the authors' NIH-funded study of more than 200 women during pregnancy and postpartum. Their Theory of Adaptation during Childbearing, presented in the book and derived from the Roy Adaptation Model, views this period as a time of profound change requiring considerable adaptation. Many aspects of pregnancy and postpartum are discussed, including physical and psychosocial health, functional status, and family relationships. Implications for nursing practice, and recommendations are included. This book was written for nursing and medical students, maternal-child health nurses, midwives, and social workers, obstetricians, pediatricians, and policy makers.

Massage During Pregnancy, Third Edition $16.98 This is revised Third Edition. Massage. Massage During Pregnancy was the first how-to book on the market about massage and pregnancy written especially for the therapeutic massage profession. Includes anatomical, phuysiological and biochemical changes that take place in the pregnant and postpartum woman and how these changes affect the performance of massage on pregnant women. Ms. Waters is an RN and a Certified Nurse Midwife. Approved by National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) as a continuing education program, Category A. and by the State of Florida, Board of Massage (12 hours) Introduction by Paul St. John, LMT, and developer of Neuromuscular Massage techniques.

Yoga During Pregnancy Without Prior Yoga Exp $12.51 Rated: NRSynopsis: Exercises and breathing techniques specially developed to prepare for giving birth.Yoga during Pregnancy is good for your body, your spirit and your baby. Deliberate breathing, exercises and relaxation support your body and spirit in adapting to pregnancy, and prepare you for giving birth. Zoe Miku qualified as a yoga teacher at the University of Villeret, Switzerland, and assembled these exercises during her own pregnancy. Regular yoga will become an oasis of contentment, allowing you to enjoy every day of your pregnancy.

Yoga During Pregnancy Without Prior Yoga Experience $12.51 Rated: NRSynopsis: Exercises and breathing techniques specially developed to prepare for giving birth.Yoga during Pregnancy is good for your body, your spirit and your baby. Deliberate breathing, exercises and relaxation support your body and spirit in adapting to pregnancy, and prepare you for giving birth.ZoeMikuqualified as a yoga teacher at the University of Villeret, Switzerland, and assembled these exercises during her own pregnancy. Regular yoga will become an oasis of contentment, allowing you to enjoy every day of your pregnancy.

Gestational Diabetes During and After Pregnancy $56.66 Gestational Diabetes Mellitus is becoming an increasingly prevalent disease as obesity and other chronic diseases are on the rise. It requires careful and informed clinical management as the care received during pregnancy affects not only perinatal health but the risk of developing type 2 diabetes even decades into the future, in both the mother and the child. From epidemiology and pathophysiology to diagnosis and management, covering recent breakthroughs in research and up-to-date developments in clinical practice, "Gestational Diabetes During and After Pregnancy" offers the reader a comprehensive and current look at Gestational Diabetes. Anyone involved in the research, public health or clinical aspects of Gestational Diabetes will find this volume a valuable aid in consolidating all recent developments regarding this disease.

Pregnancy Nutrition: Good Health for You & Your Baby $3.98 Quick Answers for a Healthy Start A healthy pregnancy starts with a well-balanced diet, but there s much more to know. For example: True or False? * You need to eat an extra 500 calories a day when pregnant. * Iron needs triple during pregnancy. * A high-fiber diet is important during pregnancy. Answers: * False. Pregnant women require 300 extra calories a day and nursing women need an extra 500 calories a day. You ll find more on calories and weight gain in Chapter 1 and nutrition tips while breast-feeding in Chapter 9. * False. Your need for iron doubles during pregnancy. Still, it can be difficult to get this much iron from food alone. That s why you should read more about iron in Chapter 3. * True. Fiber helps prevent constipation, a common occurrence during pregnancy. Learn tips for managing constipation, morning sickness, and other discomforts of pregnancy in Chapter 7. From the latest information on vitamin and mineral supplements and exercise to advice on losing weight after your baby is born, this handy book covers it all.

Drugs and Pregnancy $28.32 Comprehensive, but concise, this practical handbook will assist the physician and nurse prescriber in understanding the effects of drug exposure during pregnancy.

Pilates and Pregnancy: A Workbook for Before, During and After Pregnancy [With DVD] $20.98 From the creator of the award-winning Prenatal and Post-natal Pilates DVD comes Pilates and Pregnancy. Unlike other pregnancy exercise books, Sarah Picot’s Pilates and Pregnancy workbook is interactive and combines an exercise workbook with a pregnancy journal. Write a letter to your unborn baby, keep track of prenatal test results, read fun facts about your pregnancy all while staying toned, preparing your body for labor and getting your figure back faster after delivery.

Pregnancy Sucks $12.95 Pregnancy Sucks , by Joanne Kimes and Sanford A. Tisherman, M.D., gives you real solutions to all the annoying and somewhat awkward situations that can unexpectedly arise during your pregnancy.

Medical Disorders During Pregnancy $7.17 This book is in Good Used condition

Nutrition During Pregnancy and Lactation $15.83 This book is in Used condition

Medical Complications During Pregnancy $241.84 This book is in Used condition

Massage During Pregnancy $14.21 This book is in New – Excellent condition