Natural Pregnancy

This guide introduces the essentials of nutrition, exercise - especially yoga - and massage. It also addresses the emotional aspects of pregnancy, and explores ways of acknowledging the changes so that both parents are able to enjoy the anticipation of birth. The book aims to inspire expectant mothers to tune in to their bodies and recognize their own needs. Approaching pregnancy from a holistic viewpoint, it features safe, drug-free treatments for both physical and emotional common ailments related to pregnancy, achieving health and spiritual wellbeing. Janet Balaskas is the author of "The New Active Birth", "New Life" (with Arthur Balaskas), "The Encyclopedia of Pregnancy and Birth" (with Yehudi Gordon) and "Water Birth" (also with Yehudi Gordon).
 
This guide introduces the essentials of nutrition, exercise - especially yoga - and massage. It also addresses the emotional aspects of pregnancy, and explores ways of acknowledging the changes so that both parents are able to enjoy the anticipation of birth. The book aims to inspire expectant mothers to tune in to their bodies and recognize their own needs. Approaching pregnancy from a holistic viewpoint, it features safe, drug-free treatments for both physical and emotional common ailments related to pregnancy, achieving health and spiritual wellbeing. Janet Balaskas is the author of "The New Active Birth", "New Life" (with Arthur Balaskas), "The Encyclopedia of Pregnancy and Birth" (with Yehudi Gordon) and "Water Birth" (also with Yehudi Gordon).