Taking Charge Of Your Pregnancy: The New Science for a Safe Birth and a Healthy Baby by Susan J. Fisher

Taking Charge of Your Pregnancy

An essential guide to advances in pregnancy and childbirth, Taking Charge of Your Pregnancy explains:

• Why the first eight weeks are critical and how to optimize them
• Which prenatal genetic tests are safe and which are unnecessary
• Common causes of miscarriage and preventive measures
• When to be concerned about nausea
• Insights from mothers’ birth stories
• Managing pain during labor and delivery

Drawing on decades of research, Susan J. Fisher, PhD, offers expert advice to empower expecting parents. Includes illustrations, practical tips, and key questions to ask healthcare providers—everything you need to take control of your health and your baby’s development.