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Title: Before You Conceive : The Complete Pregnancy Guide by John R. Sussman, B. Blake Levitt ISBN: 0-553-34718-7 Publisher: Bantam Pub. Date: 01 June, 1989 Format: Paperback Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $17.00 |
Average Customer Rating: 3.79 (19 reviews)
Rating: 4
Summary: Overall, a very good and informative book about prepregnancy
Comment: This was the first book I bought about prepregnancy. Sussman was highly recommended and I bought this book first. I read each and every page. I am not yet pregnant, this is my first child, and I am not 30 yet -- but I appreciated the parts on high-risk pregnancies. I like to know what may happen just to prepare myself. My husband and I both feel that we are prepared for anything from a "perfect textbook" pregnancy and delivery to complete bedrest and quitting work -- and this book helped us talk about ideas and situations presented in the book.
I especially enjoyed the sections on over the counter and prescription medications, workplace toxins, and why some (everyday) things are not good for your baby.
I agree that some of the content is outdated -- however there are still many good parts!
My favorite part overall is the section with the check lists. I am very organized and keep detailed lists of things to do/ask about/learn more about/read, etc. I would suggest this book to anyone who is planning to become pregnant. I DON'T suggest ANY ONE BOOK exclusively. I believe that you will need several books to get the best picture of what is happening to and in your body. I suggest "What to Expect...", "Unofficial Guide..." and (my personal favorite right now) "Pregnancy Journal...".
Rating: 3
Summary: Too outdated
Comment: I was pretty disappointed in this book. It wasn't terrible by anymeans, but it just seemed so dated. I wouldn't recommend it for this reason.
Rating: 2
Summary: If you are healthy, this might not be for you!
Comment: If you are a healthy woman, with no family history of genetic defects, and work in a non-toxic environment, this book is not for you. Almost the entire book is dedicated to risks to your unborn child rgarding exposure to certain toxins, illnesses, and genetic disorders. I only found four sections (prescriptions and toxins to stay away from, I had mild dysplasia and underwent crysosurgery - but there was only one paragraph about that - and the prepregnancy checklist at the end) that were helpful in this book, and these were very outdated (the book was published in 1989 so the research was done prior to that). It actually warns pregnant woman not to frech kiss those who might be infected with AIDS for fear of contracting it themselves. Throughout the entire book I had to keep telling myself that I am healthy 23 year woman with no family history of genetic disorders and I work in an office. This book kinda scared me!
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