Functional Maternity Book

Your Science-Based Prenatal Nutrition Resource for Improved Pregnancy HealthEver wish there was a comprehensive prenatal nutrition resource backed by science to help women have healthier pregnancies and better birth experiences? Functional Maternity is the book you've been looking for. Maternity functional medicine practitioner Sarah Thompson, CFMP, L.Ac, Doula, has culled the most relevant scientific research and guides readers through the dramatic and unique changes of pregnancy to understand how the right nutrition can improve pregnancy and childbirth outcomes.Whether you are a seasoned health practitioner, birth worker, or expectant mother, you'll learn how to:Use nutrition and diet to increase natural birth successRecognize unique patterns of maternal health and understand the effects nutrition has on the increased risk of pregnancy-related complicationsCreate dietary protocols for gestational hypertension, pregnancy nausea, and many other common conditions of pregnancyConfidently guide others through their pregnancy journey with research-backed nutrition advicePractice on the cutting edge of advanced specialized functional medicineAnd so much more ...

Are you a soon-to-be mom feeling a bit lost in the world of pregnancy? Do you find yourself struggling with questions like what to eat, how to stay healthy, and what to expect during labor? Are you searching for a guide that feels like a trusted friend, offering advice and support every step of the way? If you're nodding along, then you're not alone. Many expecting moms share these same worries. But here's the thing - you don't have to navigate this journey alone. That's where the "Functional Maternity Book" comes in. Imagine having a book that feels like a warm hug, guiding you through the ups and downs of pregnancy with ease. Our book is here to help you solve those pains and worries, making your maternity journey smoother and more enjoyable. Here's how the "Functional Maternity Book" can help: Feeling Overwhelmed: Pregnancy can be a whirlwind of emotions and physical changes. This book provides clear, simple guidance to help you navigate each trimester with confidence. Staying Healthy: Maintaining your health and well-being during pregnancy is crucial, but it can be challenging to know what's best for you and your baby. Our book offers practical tips and advice on nutrition, exercise, and self-care to help you stay on track. Preparing for Parenthood: As the due date approaches, many moms-to-be worry about what lies ahead. From childbirth to newborn care, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools you need to feel prepared and empowered for the journey ahead. Nutritious Recipes: Say goodbye to mealtime stress with our collection of delicious and nutritious recipes designed specifically for expectant mothers. From hearty breakfasts to satisfying snacks, we've got you covered. Expert Advice: Our book is packed with expert advice from healthcare professionals, nutritionists, and experienced moms. You'll get trustworthy information you can rely on to make informed decisions about your health and well-being. Empowerment: We believe that knowledge is power. With the "Functional Maternity Book," you'll feel empowered to take charge of your pregnancy journey and make choices that are right for you and your baby. When you get the "Functional Maternity Book," you'll learn: How to create a healthy and balanced diet that supports you and your growing baby. Tips for managing common pregnancy symptoms like nausea, fatigue, and heartburn. Exercises to keep you strong, flexible, and comfortable throughout your pregnancy. What to expect during labor and delivery, including different birthing options and pain management techniques. Practical advice for postpartum recovery and adjusting to life with a newborn. Don't let worries and uncertainties hold you back from enjoying this special time in your life. Take control of your maternity journey today by purchasing the "Functional Maternity Book." Your baby deserves the best, and so do you.

Clinical Pharmacology During Pregnancy is written for clinicians, physicians, midwives, nurses, pharmacists and other medical professionals directly involved in the care of women during pregnancy. This book focuses on the impact of pregnancy on drug disposition and also includes coverage of treatments for diseases of specific body systems, as well as essential content on dosing and efficacy. Written in a clear and practical manner, this reference provides easily accessible information and clinical guidance on how best to treat women with medications during pregnancy. Utilizes an evidence-based approach for therapeutics during pregnancy Includes a summary of specific medications by indication with up-to-date information on dosing and efficacy in pregnancy for the given indication Highlights current research in this area and provides easily accessible and vital information for clinicians Complements the companion volume, Drugs During Pregnancy and Lactation by Schaefer et al and presents a bundling opportunity to the same target audience of medical professionals Includes a companion website containing support materials for professional or continuing education courses in OB pharmacology

Your journey through a comfortable, safe, and confident pregnancy begins with Pregnancy Fitness. This practical guide answers your questions and delivers the information, exercises, and workouts you need to maintain your personal fitness and enjoy the best possible experience in welcoming your baby to the world. Written by three experts in prenatal and postpartum fitness, pelvic floor exercise, and core restoration, Pregnancy Fitness covers all physical and physiological aspects of pregnancy, birth, and recovery so you can enjoy peace of mind throughout your pregnancy and long after delivery. You’ll get complete need-to-know information about hormones, body and posture changes, and common pregnancy aches and pains, along with critical information on diastasis recti and pelvic floor health, which aims to support and protect your body from core dysfunction. A full spectrum of stretching, strengthening, and functional exercises provides the focus, description, safety tips, and variations that allow you to progress safely through your pregnancy and to be physically prepared for birth and optimal recovery. The sample workout programs guide you through each phase of pregnancy, including postpartum, to help you establish and meet your personal fitness goals with comfort and confidence.

The #1 maternity book in the market is getting even better. Maternity and Women's Health Care, 11th Edition provides evidence-based coverage of everything you need to know about caring for women of childbearing age. Not only does this text emphasize childbearing concerns like newborn care, it also addresses wellness promotion and management of women's health problems. In describing the continuum of care, it integrates the importance of understanding family, culture, and community-based care. Boasting new medication alerts and updated content throughout, this edition covers the new maternal levels of care, and the revised AAP policy on breastfeeding and infant sleep. Expert authors of the market-leading maternity nursing textbook deliver the most accurate, up-to-date content. Clinical reasoning case studies provide you with opportunities to test and develop your analytical skills and to apply knowledge in various settings. Community Activity boxes focus on maternal and newborn activities that can be pursued in local community settings and illustrate nursing care in a variety of settings. Cultural Considerations stress the importance of considering the beliefs and health practices of patients from various cultures when providing care. Emergency boxes provide information about various emergency situations and offer a quick reference in critical situations. Family-Centered Care boxes highlight the needs and concerns of families that you should consider to provide family-centered care. Medication guides provide an important reference of drugs and their interactions. Nursing care plans include rationales for interventions and provide you with an overview of, and specific guidelines for, delivering effective nursing care. Safety alerts highlighted and integrated within the content draw attention to developing competencies related to safe nursing practice. Signs of potential complications highlight vital concerns, alerting you to signs and symptoms of complications and the immediate interventions to provide. Teaching for Self-Management boxes highlight important information that nurses need to communicate to patients and families for follow-up care.

Prenatal nutrition can be confusing. A lot of the advice you have been given about what to eat (or what not to eat) is well-meaning, but frankly, outdated or not evidenced-based. In Real Food for Pregnancy, you will get clear answers on what to eat and why, with research to back up every recommendation. Author and specialist in prenatal nutrition, Lily Nichols, RDN, CDE, has taken a long and hard look at the science and discovered a wide gap between current prenatal nutrition recommendations and what foods are required for optimal health in pregnancy and for your baby's development. There has never been a more comprehensive and well-referenced resource on prenatal nutrition. With Real Food for Pregnancy as your guide, you can be confident that your food and lifestyle choices support a smooth, healthy pregnancy.

This book describes the results of the authors' NIH-funded study of more than 200 women during pregnancy and postpartum. Their Theory of Adaptation during Childbearing, presented in the book and derived from the Roy Adaptation Model, views this period as a time of profound change requiring considerable adaptation. Many aspects of pregnancy and postpartum are discussed, including physical and psychosocial health, functional status, and family relationships. Implications for nursing practice, and recommendations are included. This book was written for nursing and medical students, maternal-child health nurses, midwives, and social workers, obstetricians, pediatricians, and policy makers.

A streamlined approach covers the fundamentals of maternity nursing! Maternity Nursing, 8th Edition focuses on the care of women during the childbearing years. Designed to meet the needs of today’s students, the book offers a clear, readable style and a concise, focused presentation. It integrates an understanding of family, culture, and health promotion into the continuum of care, and coverage of community-based care emphasizes nursing care in many different settings. Not only does Maternity Nursing focus on childbearing issues and concerns, including care of the newborn, but it also addresses wellness promotion and the management of common women’s health problems. The Evolve companion website includes useful study tools, including medical animations, video clips, a care plan builder, and NCLEX® exam-style review questions. A companion Evolve website includes student resources such as NCLEX® exam-style review questions, audio chapter summaries, a care plan builder, nursing skills, interactive case studies, video clips and animations, anatomy reviews, and an audio glossary with Spanish pronunciations. Unique! Nursing Alerts highlight critical information in providing care. Unique! Emergency boxes provide step-by-step procedures for pediatric and maternity emergencies. Unique! Cultural Considerations boxes discuss customs and beliefs of different cultures that may affect care for patients and families. Unique! Community Activity boxes provide maternal and newborn exercises to enhance care in local community settings. Unique! Nursing Process boxes identify information on major diseases and conditions. Patient Instructions for Self-Management boxes highlight the information nurses need to communicate to patients and families. Critical Thinking exercises are based on case studies of real-life situations. Coverage of nursing care management uses a framework of the five steps of the nursing process as well as a focus on collaborative care. Nursing care plans include specific guidelines and rationales for interventions.