| Edition |
Third edition. |
| Description |
xvi, 288 pages ; 24 cm |
| Note |
"Previous editions published in 1997 by Crossing Press, Freedom, California, and in 2003 by Celestial Arts, Berkeley, California."--Title page verso. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 271-279) and index. |
| Summary |
"A revised and updated edition of the classic handbook for women seeking a safe, organic, eco-friendly, and natural pregnancy, featuring an integrative-based approach with new medical, herbal, and nutritional information. Over the last two decades, The Natural Pregnancy Book has ushered thousands of women through happy and healthy pregnancies. Addressing women's health from conception to birth, Dr. Romm describes herbs that can promote and maintain a healthy pregnancy, and allays such familiar concerns as anxiety, fatigue, morning sickness, and stretch marks. She also discusses the components of a healthy diet, with an emphasis on natural foods. New to this edition is integrative health advice based on Dr. Romm's new credentials as a Yale-trained physician, combined with her twenty years of experience as a midwife and herbalist"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Contents |
Your Pregnancy -- The Basics -- A Brief History of Birthing Practices in the United States -- What I Mean by Natural -- Alternative Childbirth and the Resurgence of Midwifery -- Looking to the Future -- Becoming Body Centered -- Learning to Listen to Your Body -- Feelings and Fears About Your Body -- Moving Your Body Joyously -- Reclaiming Women's Wisdom -- The Baby Inside You -- Your Growing Baby -- Creating a Healthy Prenatal Environment -- Communicating with Your Baby -- Prenatal Care -- Prenatal Care Basics -- Choosing Your Birth Place -- Choosing Your Birth Attendant -- Prenatal Visits -- Prenatal Testing -- Childbirth Education Classes -- What to Eat When You're Pregnant -- Getting Started -- We Bring Home More Than the Hidden Dangers in Our Foods -- What Should You Eat? -- The Nutrients -- Vegetarian and Other Natural Foods Diets -- Cravings -- Weight Gain-How Much? -- Take Inventory -- Foods to Avoid in Pregnancy -- Herbs, Safety, and Pregnancy Health -- Are Herbs Safe During Pregnancy? -- Using Herbs During Pregnancy -- Herbs Considered Safe in Pregnancy -- Herbs to Avoid During Pregnancy -- What Forms of Herbs Are Safe During Pregnancy? -- Exercise and Posture -- Posture -- Essential Movements for Pregnant Women -- Pelvic Health -- Massage: Passive Exercise -- The Need for Rest -- Relaxation Techniques -- Spending Time Outdoors -- Physical Changes During Pregnancy -- Your Breasts -- Your Yoni -- Digestive Tract -- Urinary Tract -- Uterus and Belly -- Hair and Skin -- Bones and Muscles -- Touch, Sound, and Smell -- Emotional Changes by Trimester -- First Trimester -- Second Trimester -- Third Trimester -- The Month Before Birth -- Nutrition and Rest During Late Pregnancy -- Herbs for Late Pregnancy and Birth Preparation -- Preparing Your Body for Birth -- Preparing for Breastfeeding -- What You Need After the Baby Is Born -- Pregnancy as a Rite of Passage -- An Opportunity for Personal Growth -- Self-Empowerment -- Celebrating Pregnancy -- Your Changing Family -- Your Relationship with Your Mote -- Single Mommas -- When You Already Have Children -- A Partner's Point of View -- Common Concerns During Pregnancy -- A Guide to Common Pregnancy Issues -- Anemia -- Anxiety -- Backaches and Sciatica -- Bleeding and Cramping in Early Pregnancy -- Bleeding in Late-Pregnancy -- Breasts, Sore -- Breech Births -- Colds, Flu, and Mild Illnesses -- Constipation -- Cramping -- Depression -- Ectopic Pregnancy -- Edema -- Emotional Swings -- Fatigue -- Gestational Diabetes -- Headaches -- Herpes -- High Blood Pressure -- Hyperemesis Gravidarum -- Indigestion and Heartburn -- Insomnia and Anxiety -- Itchiness and Skin Troubles -- Leg Cramps and Restless Legs -- Miscarriage -- Morning Sickness -- Preeclampsia -- Stretch Marks -- Swelling -- Urinary Incontinence -- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) -- Vaginal Infections -- Varicose Veins and Hemorrhoids |
| Subject |
Pregnancy -- Popular works.
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Holistic medicine -- Popular works.
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Alternative medicine -- Popular works.
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Natural childbirth.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Pregnancy & Childbirth.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Women's Health.
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HEALTH & FITNESS -- Herbal Medications.
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Natural childbirth. (OCoLC)fst01033983
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Alternative medicine. (OCoLC)fst00806153
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Holistic medicine. (OCoLC)fst00958777
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Pregnancy. (OCoLC)fst01075102
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Gestational parenthood.
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Biological parenthood.
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| Genre/Form |
Popular works. (OCoLC)fst01423846
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| ISBN |
9781607744481 (paperback) |
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1607744481 (paperback) |
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9781607744498 (ebook) |
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160774449X (ebook) |
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