The sixth edition of the colorful, authoritative pregnancy guide that has sold over 1.5 million copies acknowledges that "one size fits all" doesn't apply to pregnancy care. It includes the latest updates on COVID-19, the CDC's latest guidelines for intervention and care, as well as updates for nutritional guides, breastfeeding, surrogacy, and much more. Parents love this book because it gives them control, while experts appreciate it as it is based on the latest medical research and recommendations from leading health organizations.

"Pregnancy, Childbirth, and the Newborn" provides the information and guidance you need to make informed decisions about a safe and satisfying pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum period, decisions that reflect your preferences, priorities, and values. Unlike pregnancy guides that might cause anxiety by listing all possible problems, this book first describes the normal, healthy processes, typical variations, and common care practices to monitor them. Only then does it cover potential complications and the care practices and procedures to resolve them.

The presentation is crystal clear, the tone is reassuring, and the voice is empowering. The language is inclusive, reflecting the diverse family configurations of today's world, such as single-parent families, families with remarriages, families with parents of different sexual orientations, and families formed through open adoption or surrogacy. From sensible nutritional advice to realistic birth plans, from professional birth attendants to cesareans when necessary, from reducing stress during pregnancy to taking care of yourself as well as your baby after birth, this pregnancy guide addresses future parents like no other.