Your Pregnancy After 30

Especially for the Woman Over 30

Have you chosen to become pregnant in your 30s or 40s? Your Pregnancy After 30 provides sensible, reassuring information that is up-to-date, easy to read and tailored to your specific needs. You'll find the information you need and more in this comprehensive volume. Women who conceive after 30 may encounter special circumstances associated with a first pregnancy. Topics covered include:

-health concerns for women over 30
-multiple births
-managing fatigue
-work place safety
-your health and medical history
-tests for you and your baby
-nutrition and weight management
-high-risk pregnancy—the facts
-when to consider genetic counseling
-first-time or repeat pregnancy
-exercise during and after pregnancy

Besides your special health concerns, you will be looking for help in fitting this pregnancy into your busy life. Important issues are covered in a straightforward, caring way, including:

-maternity leave
-laws to protect you during pregnancy
-how pregnancy affects your partner
-the single mother
-child-care considerations

Your Pregnancy After 30 can help you feel confident that you can handle pregnancy. It will make you a better partner with your health-care professional throughout the pregnancy and after delivery, to making your experience happy and fulfilling.

Have a happy, healthy pregnancy!