In a specially devised question and answer format, a team of specialists provides authoritative answers to questions on every aspect of pregnancy and birth, from preconception through to post-natal care.

In a specially devised question and answer format, a team of specialists provides authoritative answers to questions on every aspect of pregnancy and birth, from preconception through to post-natal care.

This practical guide to pregnancy and childbirth provides information and guidance for both partners through every stage, from pre-conceptual planning to the first days of life. It includes a calendar highlighting the changes that occur. This revised edition covers very aspect of pregnancy and childbirth for all parents-to-be. It provides information and guidance for both partners through every stage from preconceptual planning to the first days of life; and features an extended month-by-month pregnancy calendar highlighting the physical and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy and the development inside the uterus.

Having a 'Green' Baby gives a parent all the information they need to make informed choices about how to bring up their child in an ethical, environmentally conscious manner. It goes beyond the immediate concerns of washable vs. disposable nappies to provide an all-round approach to a balanced, ethical family and domestic life. It covers everything from pregnancy through childbirth and beyond, and features plenty of advice on how to make ethically informed choices about education, travel, and even issues such as how much clothing and how many toys does your child really need? The approach is centred firmly on a realistic vision of ethical parenting, and offers parents a system whereby they can either make wholly 'green' choices, or can opt for a more convenient and practical approach with a minimum of effort. These unique 'Green Box Guides' in addition to the substantial resources and bibliography featured make this a comprehensive yet accessible handbook for all those who want to take a more ethically aware approach to their family.