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| Authors: Heidi Murkoff, Sharon Mazel
Brand: Workman Publishing
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Rating:  86 reviews
Sales Rank: 147
Media: Paperback
Edition: 4th
Pages: 616
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 2
Dimensions (in): 8.9 x 5.8 x 1.4
MPN: 14857
ISBN: 0761148574
Dewey Decimal Number: 618.24
EAN: 9780761148579
ASIN: 0761148574
Publication Date: April 10, 2008
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A comprehensive book April 7, 2008
W. Clark
15 out of 25 found this review helpful
I can't compare this edition to past editions since I only flipped through them when I was pregnant with my 1st child, but my husband just bought this for me for my 2nd child so I thought I'd read through it. It covers a lot of topics pretty well, though of course doesn't go in-depth into most of them. I thought there was a good discussion of post-partum depression (including PP anxiety, OCD, and psychosis) and labor info--there's even an assumption that you might be hiring a doula. The section on childbirthing methods could have been more comprehensive and I felt that the whole topic of C-sections was handled pretty lightly (at one point the book made it sound like they weren't a big deal, maybe even preferable to laboring!) but then there was a fairly honest, non-biased section on elective C-sections and VBACs. So if you're a 1st time mom needing some basic info, this isn't a bad place to start. Just keep in mind that if you're looking for detailed info on any one topic you'll want to supplement with other books.
 Good but not great info April 16, 2008
New Mama (Bethlehem, PA)
15 out of 23 found this review helpful
I really didn't like this book. The BabyCenter Essential Guide to Pregnancy and Birth is so much better - and highly recommended, especially for first time moms.
Good but read with a grain of salt! June 4, 2008
K. Weleck (Tucson, AZ United States)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
What to Expect When You're Expecting is an interesting read. I picked up this book when my husband I started trying to conceive and promptly freaked myself out. It seems that a large part of the book is dedicated to showing you exactly what can go wrong and every possible thing that can go wrong with your child before it's even born. To me (a worry wart), this was the LAST thing I needed to read when preparing to bring a child into this world. Luckily, I picked up several other pregnancy-related books that were much more toned down and friendlier than the Doom and Gloom of WTEWYE. While I think this book is okay for someone who has absolutely no knowledge of babymaking or how anything can affect your body, I'd actually recommend Ann Douglas' books and/or Your Pregnancy Week by Week. Having a baby is a happy time: don't let WTEWYE scare the bejeezus out of you!
 The Baby Bible For Couples May 25, 2008
Amy E. Santos (State of Perfection)
12 out of 23 found this review helpful
When I was pregnant, I lived by this book. It is a plethera of knowledge and insight. So, when my best friend got pregnant, I gave her this book as a gift. It's not just a book for expectant mothers. I honestly believe that new fathers will get just as much use out of this amazing guide book. It's an expectant "couples" guide. I know so many fathers that have found this knowledgeable and helpful in knowing what their wives are going through. This book is a plethera of information.
This has to be THE BEST book on pregnancy out there. It really helps explain things in a non-threatening way. The "voice" of this book is gentle and caring. Best of all,it's not a book that needs to be read from cover-to-cover, but it is a great resource. When I had a question in the middle of the night and it wasn't urgent, instead of bothering my OBGYN until morning, I would just consult the book!
It's like having your best friend there with you twenty-four/seven. I can honestly recommend this book to any expectant mother without reserve and know that she will just love it! Give it a try, the descriptions and pictures in this book are very informative and not scary at all. I used this book from conception to birth and then passed it on!
Congratulations on your new editions and enjoy your pregnancy, it goes by so fast!
 this book sucks April 7, 2008
S. Weston (San Antonio, Tx USA)
10 out of 29 found this review helpful
this book was not at all recommended by my dr. I am pregnant with our first and I am at 30 weeks. When in doubt ask your doctor do not consult this book. I still have read it and tried to follow it. Some of the info is ok, the rest of it is not. If a problem arises this book will not be helpful at all. There must be better books out there than this one.
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