Includes tips on taking folic acid, the hazards of drinking, smoking and drugs, and the importance of a pre-pregnancy visit. Smoking during pregnancy not only harms the pregnant woman, but can be dangerous for her baby and cause low birthweight. Discusses risks to the baby's health, tips on quitting, and ways to avoid second-hand smoke. Includes vaccination schedule from birth to six years.
Premature labor is labor that occurs more than three weeks before a baby's due date.
Guides the pregnant woman from her first prenatal visit through delivery. Covers prenatal care, common pregnancy problems and advice for expectant fathers. Excellent giveaway for clinics, doctors' offices, WIC sites. Gives clear and specific guidelines for a healthy diet during pregnancy. Discusses diet, weight gain, folic acid.