Tuesday, 26th November 2002, 12:22pm
An opinion by: Nette

 

Pregnancy and Childbirth Tips by Gail J. Dahl

And it is a slim, comforting little resource. Gail J. Dahl has combined the newest medical information with a series of relevant articles and thoughtful tips of her own. The book is divided into months, so you only need to stress on a bit of info at once. It's nice to toss it aside after absorbing just as much science as you need. And no icky diagrams or images to worry about.

I found her information on the various tests one is offered in pregnancy to be straightforward and unafraid. Some sample headings "Ultrasound - Valid Test or Smoke and Mirrors?"; "Gestational Diabetes - Fact or Fiction?". A holistic, critical approach that suits my hippy, au naturel upbringing perfectly. I also like the Chapter "Secrets to Having a Faster and Easier Labour and Delivery" - who doesn't want to know those?

And if you only ever get two pregnancy books, the Girlfriends's Guide to Pregnancy, with its humorous anecdotes and fashion tips, combined with this one are my recommendations. Also, I appreciated the Canadian point of view, with lists of resources available in this country. Made me feel like I was getting the real info that related to moi. [JL]

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