The Hyperink Team - Quicklet On Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy

My four-year old daughter was somewhat of a surprise a beautiful, wonderful surprise, but a surprise nonetheless. As I stared at the two pink lines that together served to let me know that a monumental change in my life lay ahead, I realized I had little knowledge of babies beyond the fact that they cried and pooped a lot. To put it bluntly, I was scared.

Terrified of what I might discover about stretch marks, morning sickness and weight gain, I bought Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy and began to relax a little. Its 500+ pages of no-nonsense advice and clear explanations of pregnancy and childbirth were just what I needed. It's often said that no two pregnancies are alike, so whether it's your first, second or tenth time round, this gem of a book will be of use to every expectant mother.

Mayo Clinic started as a country medical practice in Rochester, Minnesota, in the late 1800s. William Worrell Mayo and his two sons, Charles H. and William J. Mayo, collaborated with Mother Alfred Moes and the teaching order, the Sisters of Saint Francis, to open Saint Marys Hospital . The hospital remains under the umbrella of Mayo Clinic to this day.

The brothers showed a talent for innovative ideas and worked tirelessly to learn and create new surgical techniques. Their reputation in the field attracted global attention, with physicians from across the world clamoring to watch them perform surgery. The two Mayo brothers created a ripple effect when they extended an invitation to other doctors to create teams of medical experts.

Today, Mayo Clinic is one of the worlds largest not-for-profit multi-specialty medical practices and research groups. Around 50,000 physicians, nurses, scientists and support staff provide integrated and tertiary care at its three locations in Rochester, Minn., Scottsdale, Ariz., and Jacksonville, Fla., as well as a number of regional community-based practices.

Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy was published by Good Books in May 2011. It is also available for Kindle and other eBook readers from Harper Collins eBooks.

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Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy combines the knowledge of several Mayo Clinic obstetrics experts to offer a wealth of practical information and guidance on pregnancy and childbirth. It provides a clear, detailed and trustworthy reference for one of the most exciting yet often unpredictable events in a woman's life. This exhaustive book includes:

• Weekly and monthly guides to pregnancy from the viewpoint of both mother and baby and covering pre-conception, pregnancy, childbirth and newborns

• Thorough "Decision Guides" to aid expectant mothers make knowledgeable decisions on topics such as how to choose a healthcare provider, genetic carrier screening options, elective cesarean, pain relief options for childbirth, and many more

• A simple reference guide to common pregnancy complaints including nausea, back pain, headaches, yeast infections and fatigue, among others

• Information on health concerns during pregnancy such as high blood pressure, gestational diabetes , HIV and preeclampsia, along with an outline of being pregnant with pre-existing medical conditions, such as diabetes or asthma.

The Mayo Clinic Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy is a comprehensive guide for would-be, expectant and new mothers. It provides precise and accurate information on all aspects of pregnancy and childbirth from the celebrated physicians at the renowned and reputable Mayo Clinic.

The information is arranged in four sections for easy reference, depending on the stage of pregnancy, be it pre-conception; first, second or third trimesters; childbirth; or the first days as a new parent.

The first section of the book provides information concerning the basics of bringing new life into the world. It offers a week-by-week insight into how a baby develops as well as clear and compassionate guidance to help women cope with the physical and emotional changes they can expect as the pregnancy progresses. It also gives comprehensive information on labor and childbirth as well as newborn and postpartum care.

This section is divided into convenient chapters. The first chapter discusses effective preparation for a successful pregnancy, covering such topics as nutrition, exercise, lifestyle, medication, work and pregnancy timing.

The next ten chapters detail the babys development , changes in the mothers body and emotions, medical appointments, and clear guidance as to what to expect and when. These chapters are organized into three week periods for an on-going view of the progression of a normal pregnancy.

The chapter on labor and childbirth includes making final preparations, how your body prepares for labor, the time to go to hospital, and stages of labor and childbirth. Theres also a useful section for prospective labor coaches that explains exactly what they need to be doing to best support the laboring mother.

The final three chapters discuss baby care basics as well as offering practical guidance on common newborn ailments. Postpartum care for mothers includes detailed information on healing from an episiotomy or tear, bowel and urination problems and emotional and lifestyle changes.

Parents often have to make tough but all-important decisions. Each of these guides offers clear advice to help you reach an informed conclusion on all-important factors such as choosing a health care provider, prenatal testing, elective Caesarean births, circumcision, breast or bottle, and more.

This section is a comprehensive reference guide to common concerns of pregnancy and childbirth. It offers constructive and helpful self-care suggestions to help you deal with complaints like heartburn, back pain, overwhelming fatigue and nausea.

The final section offers a no-nonsense discussion about complications that can occur during and after pregnancy. It includes information about older mothers, potential infections, and problems that can be experienced during labor and childbirth.

The charts featured throughout the book are extremely useful in offering expectant parents reassuring information about troublesome symptoms of pregnancy. They offer clear and informative guidelines as to whats normal and whats not.

"There are few events in anyone's life that rival the importanceand the joyof childbirth. This new person will be so important to you as a parent that you will do anything to nurture, protect and give love to this special baby."

- Roger W. Harms, M.D.

Mayo Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy is the result of a collaborative effort between many reputable physicians and medical practitioners, each one crucial to the provision of this comprehensive guide to pregnancy and childbirth.