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You just got that positive pregnancy test and suddenly you feel lost in a sea of questions, concerns, what-ifs, and what-nows? To navigate this new world of body changes, blood tests, mood swings, and baby gear, you need a helpful guide that's with you from the first positive test to the last push. Luckily, this is the ideal guide for soon-to-be moms who are unsure of what to do after they get the big news. Completely revised and packed with even more information, this month-by-month resource walks you through the different phases of pregnancy and offers practical advice on: Understanding physical and emotional changesSelecting the right diet for you and babyUnderstanding prenatal tests and screeningsChoosing the best labor and delivery optionsBudgeting for the new addition to the familyThis new edition also includes the latest information on nutrition, finding alternative care and treatments (yoga, anyone) , and checklists and worksheets to help parents-to-be plan for any occasion.
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Paula Ford-Martin, MA is an award winning health writer and editor with over twenty years of experience creating compelling content for patient, caregiver, and professional audiences. Her current and past clients include JDRF, About.com, WebMD, MedHelp, Healthline, and The Wellness Network. From 2004-2012, Paula served as Chief Content Officer of dLife, a multi-media diabetes consumer resource. She led content development of a 50,000+ page website from launch, along with mobile, print, radio, and television editorial products. Paula has earned 27 Telly Awards for her work in television production for dLifeTV and The Wellness Network. She has also authored more than a dozen consumer health and parenting books. Visit her website at www.wordcrafts.com to learn more.
