Publisher's Synopsis
A wealth of information for expectant parents Protect Your Pregnancy reassuringly leads expectant parents through steps to protect their unborn child during pregnancy, with a special focus on at-risk pregnancies. Written by a leading prenatal specialist working to reduce pre-term births and pregnancy complications, this invaluable guide provides parents with the information they need to safely give birth to a happy, healthy child. Here readers will find: A time-tested approach that has been successful with more than 30,000 women Detailed guidance on all of the important influences on the health of the unborn child Guidelines on how to recognize signs and symptoms of pregnancy complications Exploration of pre-existing and developing medical conditions that can lead to premature delivery Navigating the neonatal intensive care unit Advice on dealing with concerned family members
