This is the most comprehensive pregnancy manual on the market. From the latest obstetric procedures to nutrition, exercise and choices in childbirth, reassuring, practical advice on all aspects of your antenatal care will help you every step of the way. „The Pregnancy and the Baby„ is essential reading for anyone expecting a baby. It takes parents through planning for a baby, pregnancy and birth. It also gives coverage of the first year of a baby's life and looks beyond to the toddler years, offering reassurance and practical advice.