What To Do When You're Having a Baby Author:Gloria Mayer, Ann Kuklierus, Gloria G. Mayer "What To Do When You're Having a Baby" was written to help women have healthy babies. The book uses everyday language and over 150 illustrations to explain every aspect of pregnancy beginning with what a woman should do to get her body ready for pregnancy. The book tells about the early signs of pregnancy and the things women should and should... more » not do while they are pregnant. There's a section in the book devoted to exercise and healthy eating during pregnancy. The book tells women in plain language about common discomforts they may have such as backache and heartburn and offers practical tips for things they can do to feel better. The book gives a list of warning signs that are not normal and tells women to call their doctor if they have any of these signs. The book has special features such as a chart in the front of the book to write down doctor appointments and to keep track of weight gain during pregnancy. The book stresses the importance of getting medical care throughout pregnancy and gives information on how to find a doctor. It explains what the doctor will do each month and describes special tests that some women need. The book tells women how to stay safe and accident free during pregnancy and also provides information about topics such as sex, colds and the flu, and working during pregnancy. There's a section in the book devoted to each month of pregnancy. It explains the body changes women have each month and tells women what to expect and what to do. There's an illustration of the baby each month and a description of the baby's size and appearance. Space is provided each month for women to write any special instructions they receive from their doctor. A simple chart is provided in months 7, 8, and 9 to track and record the baby's kicks (kick counts). The book has information about labor and delivery and describes how a woman feels after giving birth. The book provides detailed insturctions on feeding a new baby as well as safety tips to protect a new baby. "What To Do When You're Having a Baby is a must for every woman who is planning to have a baby or who is pregnant.« less