Two midwives present the What to Expect When You're Expecting for homebirths—with a foreword by Dr. Christiane Northrup.Birthing is a miraculous time when you and your baby will work together to bring about life. As you finally cradle your precious newborn in your arms, you should know deep in your soul that every decision that brought the two of you to this special moment was yours.More families than ever are choosing to birth at home. Midwives Ja...

Whether you're an expectant parent or you're just thinking about it, this comprehensive guide features a non-bossy, fresh and fun approach to the greatest adventure life has to offer. Based on the best advice from over one hundred Canadian parents, this information is served up with a uniquely Canadian spin.Never one to shy away from the tough topics, Ann Douglas addresses the concerns that all would-be parents have when facing pregnancy. With over 225,000 "Mother of All" books sol...

Take Charge of Your Fertility explains everything the prospective parent may need to know as they face the physical, emotional and practical challenges of trying for a baby. It covers health issues in full, from basic biology and an explanation of fertility and cycles to outlining what supplements are useful and what aren't, and how you can maximise your chances by following a healthy diet and cutting alcohol or nicotine intake. There are plenty of resources and guidelines for parents faci...

The Most Comprehensive Resource Available on the Diagnosis and Treatment of HypothyroidismFor millions of Americans, hypothyroidism often goes untreated ... or is treated improperly. This book, thoroughly researched by the nation's top thyroid patient advocate—a hypothyroidism patient herself—provides you with answers to all your questions, including:What is hypothyroidism?What are the warning signs, symptoms, and risk factors?Why is getting diagno...

America's favorite doctors Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz cover pregnancy from conception to birth with the ins and outs of nutrition, exercise, hormones, fetal development, and many more pregnancy-related issues.Few life experiences feature emotional swings as extreme as those of pregnancy—it’s a monumental mix of both intense excitement and skip-a-beat anxiety. How do you respond to such a situation?If you’re like most, you scour websites, read books, brows...

Recognized for its reassuring advice, authoritative information, and easy-to-understand style, The Everything Pregnancy Book, 3rd Edition is the must-have reference guide for a happy, healthy, and well-informed pregnancy. Updated, redesigned, and packed with even more information, this month-by-month resource walks moms (and dads!) to-be through the different phases of pregnancy and offers trusted information on how to:Understand and manage your physical and emotiona...

The #1 bestseller that gives YOU complete control over your body and your health.In this updated and expanded edition, America's favorite doctors, Michael Roizen and Mehmet Oz, discuss how YOU actually have control over your genes. Discover how diseases start and how they affect your body—as well as advice on how to prevent and beat conditions that threaten your quality of life.YOU: The Owner's Manual challenges preconceived notion...

An authoritative guide to navigating the hormonal changes and health issues women experience in midlife and beyond, from a leading medical expert.The physical changes that occur after women turn forty are unavoidable—and can be unnerving. Menopause affects every aspect of life—from sex and sleep to mood and mental clarity to weight and body temperature. While there are a number of resources available, many are confusing and contradictory. Now gynecologist Dr. Tara ...

The pregnancy resource you can trust: medically reliable information, mom-to-mom advice.If you want the real deal on pregnancy, you've come to the right book! Drs. Yvonne Bohn, Allison Hill, and Alane Park are three top obstetricians who have personally welcomed more than 10,000 babies into the world. But they've been on the other side of the ultrasound too--as mothers themselves, they have each experienced the joys and anxieties of pregnancy firsthand. Morning sic...

Our hands have always been a means of caring and comforting, and using our hands to release tension in our bodies is something we do instinctively. In reflexology, you can use your fingers to apply pressure to certain points on the feet, or sometimes on the hands. The word reflex means to reflect, and the pressure points on the hands and feet reflect all parts of your body, both internal and external. This book explains how reflexology works, and it includes step-by-step techniques and det...

For a Safe and Healthy Birth… Your Way! Giving Birth with Confidence will help take the mystery out of having a baby and help you better understand how your body works during pregnancy and childbirth, giving you the confidence to make decisions that best ensure the safety and health of you and your baby.Giving Birth with Confidence is the first and only pregnancy and childbirth guide written by Lamaze International, the leading childbirth education organization in...

Looking for support with the pain and fatigue associated with fibromyalgia? The Everything® Healthy Living Series is here to help. These concise, thoughtful guides offer the expert advice and the latest medical information you need to manage your pain and lead a healthy life.Inside you’ll find expert advice and helpful tips on dealing with the chronic pain, handling the debilitating fatigue, and solving the various sleep issues that arise due to fibromyalgia. As you deal with these...