The pregnancy resource you can trust: medically reliable information, mom-to-mom advice. If you want the real deal on pregnancy, you've come to the right book! Drs. Yvonne Bohn, Allison Hill, and Alane Park are three top obstetricians who have personally welcomed more than 10,000 babies into the world. But they've been on the other side of the ultrasound too--as mothers themselves, they have each experienced the joys and anxieties of pregnancy firsthand. Morning sickness . . . unexpected contractions . . . midnight feedings . . . even serious complications . . . they've been there! Now they share everything you need to know about this exciting, life-changing journey. Written in a clear and friendly style, The Mommy Docs' Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Birth offers the most up-to-date medical guidance. It's packed with real-life stories from new moms and practical tips straight from the Docs' office. From pre-conception to postpartum, you'll find answers to your most pressing questions, including: Can birth control pills cause fertility problems? When will I start showing? Which prenatal tests do I really need? Is my baby getting the right nutrition? Is it true that I can't touch a cat, eat sushi, or color my hair for nine months? If I get a cold, is it safe to take medication? How do I create a birth plan? What if I go into labor alone? If I've had a cesarean delivery before, will I need to have one with my next pregnancy? How can I make breastfeeding easier? This extraordinarily comprehensive guide also includes chapters on diet and exercise, high-risk pregnancies, and the most often-repeated myths. Complete with illustrations of your baby's development, The Mommy Docs' Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy and Birth is your reassuring resource for a healthy and stress-free pregnancy.

Offers a detailed guide for expectant women, providing advice on the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, information on fetal development, and firsthand tips from experienced mothers.

Healing with Needles: An Introductory Guide to Acupuncture is the perfect resource for anyone interested in exploring the world of acupuncture. With a comprehensive overview of the history, philosophy, and techniques of acupuncture, this book offers a comprehensive guide to the practice and its benefits. Part One: The History and Philosophy of Acupuncture In this section, readers will learn about the ancient roots and cultural significance of acupuncture, as well as how the practice has developed over time. With a deep understanding of the philosophy behind acupuncture, readers will gain a greater appreciation for the power of this ancient healing art. Part Two: Understanding Qi and Meridians Central to the practice of acupuncture is the concept of Qi and the meridian system. This section provides a comprehensive overview of these essential elements of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Part Three: Acupuncture Techniques and Tools This section covers the different types of acupuncture needles, as well as complementary techniques such as moxibustion and cupping. Readers will gain a greater understanding of the tools and techniques used in acupuncture practice. Part Four: The Science Behind Acupuncture With current research and understanding of acupuncture's effectiveness, readers will be able to separate fact from fiction and debunk common acupuncture myths. Part Five: Acupuncture for Pain Relief Acupuncture has been proven effective in treating a wide range of pain conditions, from headaches and migraines to chronic pain. This section offers practical tips for managing pain through acupuncture. Part Six: Acupuncture for Emotional and Mental Health Acupuncture is also effective in reducing stress and anxiety, and treating depression and mood disorders. This section provides valuable insights into the use of acupuncture for emotional and mental health. Part Seven: Acupuncture for Digestive Issues Acupuncture can be used to address a variety of gastrointestinal disorders, and promote healthy digestion. This section covers the use of acupuncture for digestive issues. Part Eight: Acupuncture for Respiratory Health With a focus on treating asthma and allergies, as well as supporting overall lung health, this section covers the use of acupuncture for respiratory health. Part Nine: Acupuncture for Women's Health Acupuncture can be used to address a variety of women's health issues, including fertility and menstrual issues, as well as easing menopause symptoms. Part Ten: Acupuncture for Men's Health Acupuncture can also be used to support prostate health, and enhance sexual health and performance. Part Eleven: Acupuncture for Sleep and Insomnia This section explores the connection between sleep and TCM, and offers techniques for improving sleep quality. Part Twelve: Acupuncture for Immune System Support Acupuncture can be used to strengthen immunity and overall wellness, as well as managing autoimmune conditions. Part Thirteen: Acupuncture for Weight Management With a focus on promoting healthy weight loss, readers will learn techniques for managing weight with acupuncture. Part Fourteen: Acupuncture for Skin Health Acupuncture can be used to treat a variety of common skin issues, and promote healthy, radiant skin. Part Fifteen: Acupuncture for Addiction and Recovery Readers will learn about the use of acupuncture in supporting detoxification and withdrawal, as well as addressing cravings and relapse prevention. Part Sixteen: Acupuncture for Athletes and Sports Performance Acupuncture can be used to enhance athletic performance and accelerate injury recovery. Part Seventeen: Acupuncture for Aging and Longevity Readers will gain insights into promoting healthy aging, and addressing age-related health concerns. Part Eighteen: Choosing the Right Acupuncturist With tips for finding the right fit, readers will learn what to look for in an acupuncture practitioner. Part Nineteen: Preparing for Your Acupuncture Session With an understanding of what to expect during your first appointment, readers will be fully prepared to maximize treatment benefits. Part Twenty: The Future of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine With a focus on the growing role of acupuncture in healthcare, readers will learn about the future of research and innovation in the field. Part Twenty-One: Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture Common misconceptions and concerns are addressed with answers from experienced practitioners. Part Twenty-Two: Personal Stories: Acupuncture Success Stories Real-life experiences of acupuncture patients are shared, highlighting the transformative power of acupuncture treatment. Part Twenty-Three: The User's Perspective: Harnessing the Power of Acupuncture for Personal Transformation Readers will learn about unlocking personal transformation with the profound effects of acupuncture. Part Twenty-Four: Acupuncture for Children and Adolescents Adapting acupuncture treatments for younger patients, readers will learn about addressing common childhood health issues. Part Twenty-Five: Acupuncture for Pregnancy and Postpartum Care With a focus on supporting a healthy pregnancy and easing postpartum recovery, readers will gain valuable insights into the use of acupuncture during this important time. Part Twenty-Six: Acupuncture for Chronic Fatigue and Energy Boost Understanding the TCM perspective on energy and fatigue, readers will learn techniques for revitalizing energy levels. Part Twenty-Seven: Acupuncture for Eye Health With a focus on addressing common eye conditions andsupporting vision and overall eye health, readers will gain insights into the use of acupuncture for eye health. Part Twenty-Eight: Acupuncture for Dental and Oral Health Readers will learn about the use of acupuncture for treating TMJ, tooth pain, and other oral health issues, as well as promoting overall dental well-being. Part Twenty-Nine: Acupuncture for Animal Health Understanding veterinary acupuncture and the benefits of acupuncture for pets, readers will gain valuable insights into the use of acupuncture for animal health. Part Thirty: Acupuncture and Cancer Care With a focus on supporting patients through cancer treatment, readers will learn about addressing side effects and improving quality of life. Part Thirty-One: Acupuncture for Stroke Rehabilitation With a focus on enhancing recovery from stroke and brain injuries, readers will learn about supporting long-term neurological health. Part Thirty-Two: Acupuncture for Hormonal Balance Understanding the TCM perspective on hormonal health, readers will learn techniques for restoring hormonal balance. Part Thirty-Three: Combining Acupuncture with Western Medicine With a focus on the benefits of an integrative approach to healthcare, readers will learn about collaborating with other healthcare providers. Part Thirty-Four: Acupuncture and the Environment Readers will gain insights into the ecological impact of acupuncture practices, as well as sustainable practices in TCM. Part Thirty-Five: Acupressure and Self-Care Techniques Understanding the principles of acupressure, readers will learn simple self-care techniques to complement acupuncture treatments. Part Thirty-Six: Acupuncture Safety and Potential Side Effects With a focus on recognizing and minimizing risks, readers will learn what to do if they experience side effects. Part Thirty-Seven: Building a Personalized Acupuncture Treatment Plan With a focus on assessing individual health needs and developing a customized treatment strategy, readers will learn how to build a personalized acupuncture treatment plan. Part Thirty-Eight: Continuing Your Acupuncture Journey With a focus on maintaining long-term health benefits and exploring new treatments, readers will learn how to continue their acupuncture journey. Part Thirty-Nine: Frequently Asked Questions Commonly asked questions about acupuncture are addressed with answers from experienced practitioners. Whether you are new to acupuncture or are already a practitioner, Healing with Needles: An Introductory Guide to Acupuncture is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in this powerful healing modality. With comprehensive information on the history, philosophy, techniques, and benefits of acupuncture, readers will gain a deep understanding of this ancient healing art and its potential to transform their lives. Table of Contents The History and Philosophy of Acupuncture ANCIENT ROOTS AND CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE THE DEVELOPMENT OF ACUPUNCTURE OVER TIME Understanding Qi and Meridians THE CONCEPT OF QI IN TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE (TCM) THE MERIDIAN SYSTEM AND ITS ROLE IN ACUPUNCTURE Acupuncture Techniques and Tools DIFFERENT TYPES OF ACUPUNCTURE NEEDLES MOXIBUSTION, CUPPING, AND OTHER COMPLEMENTARY TECHNIQUES The Science Behind Acupuncture CURRENT RESEARCH AND UNDERSTANDING OF ACUPUNCTURE'S EFFECTIVENESS DEBUNKING COMMON ACUPUNCTURE MYTHS Acupuncture for Pain Relief TREATING HEADACHES AND MIGRAINES MANAGING CHRONIC PAIN CONDITIONS Acupuncture for Emotional and Mental Health REDUCING STRESS AND ANXIETY TREATING DEPRESSION AND MOOD DISORDERS Acupuncture for Digestive Issues ADDRESSING GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS PROMOTING HEALTHY DIGESTION Acupuncture for Respiratory Health TREATING ASTHMA AND ALLERGIES SUPPORTING LUNG HEALTH Acupuncture for Women's Health ADDRESSING FERTILITY AND MENSTRUAL ISSUES EASING MENOPAUSE SYMPTOMS Acupuncture for Men's Health SUPPORTING PROSTATE HEALTH ENHANCING SEXUAL HEALTH AND PERFORMANCE Acupuncture for Sleep and Insomnia UNDERSTANDING THE CONNECTION BETWEEN SLEEP AND TCM TECHNIQUES FOR IMPROVING SLEEP QUALITY Acupuncture for Immune System Support STRENGTHENING IMMUNITY AND OVERALL WELLNESS MANAGING AUTOIMMUNE CONDITIONS Acupuncture for Weight Management UNDERSTANDING THE ROLE OF TCM IN WEIGHT CONTROL TECHNIQUES FOR PROMOTING HEALTHY WEIGHT LOSS Acupuncture for Skin Health TREATING COMMON SKIN ISSUES PROMOTING HEALTHY, RADIANT SKIN Acupuncture for Addiction and Recovery SUPPORTING DETOXIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL ADDRESSING CRAVINGS AND RELAPSE PREVENTION Acupuncture for Athletes and Sports Performance ENHANCING ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE ACCELERATING INJURY RECOVERY Acupuncture for Aging and Longevity PROMOTING HEALTHY AGING ADDRESSING AGE-RELATED HEALTH CONCERNS Choosing the Right Acupuncturist WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN AN ACUPUNCTURE PRACTITIONER TIPS FOR FINDING THE RIGHT FIT Preparing for Your Acupuncture Session WHAT TO EXPECT DURING YOUR FIRST APPOINTMENT TIPS FOR MAXIMIZING TREATMENT BENEFITS The Future of Acupuncture and Integrative Medicine THE GROWING ROLE OF ACUPUNCTURE IN HEALTHCARE THE FUTURE OF RESEARCH AND INNOVATION IN THE FIELD Frequently Asked Questions About Acupuncture COMMON MISCONCEPTIONS AND CONCERNS ANSWERS FROM EXPERIENCED PRACTITIONERS Personal Stories: Acupuncture Success Stories REAL-LIFE EXPERIENCES OF ACUPUNCTURE PATIENTS THE TRANSFORMATIVE POWER OF ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENT The User's Perspective: Harnessing the Power of Acupuncture for Personal Transformation UNLOCKING PERSONAL TRANSFORMATION: THE PROFOUND EFFECTS OF ACUPUNCTURE REVOLUTIONIZING ACUPUNCTURE EDUCATION AND ACCESSIBILITY Acupuncture for Children and Adolescents ADAPTING ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENTS FOR YOUNGER PATIENTS ADDRESSING COMMON CHILDHOOD HEALTH ISSUES Acupuncture for Pregnancy and Postpartum Care SUPPORTING A HEALTHY PREGNANCY EASING POSTPARTUM RECOVERY Acupuncture for Chronic Fatigue and Energy Boost UNDERSTANDING THE TCM PERSPECTIVE ON ENERGY AND FATIGUE TECHNIQUES FOR REVITALIZING ENERGY LEVELS Acupuncture for Eye Health ADDRESSING COMMON EYE CONDITIONS SUPPORTING VISION AND OVERALL EYE HEALTH Acupuncture for Dental and Oral Health TREATING TMJ, TOOTH PAIN, AND OTHER ORAL HEALTH ISSUES PROMOTING OVERALL DENTAL WELL-BEING Acupuncture for Animal Health UNDERSTANDING VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE THE BENEFITS OF ACUPUNCTURE FOR PETS Acupuncture and Cancer Care SUPPORTING PATIENTS THROUGH CANCER TREATMENT ADDRESSING SIDE EFFECTS AND IMPROVING QUALITY OF LIFE Acupuncture for Stroke Rehabilitation ENHANCING RECOVERY FROM STROKE AND BRAIN INJURIES SUPPORTING LONG-TERM NEUROLOGICAL HEALTH Acupuncture for Hormonal Balance UNDERSTANDING THE TCM PERSPECTIVE ON HORMONAL HEALTH TECHNIQUES FOR RESTORING HORMONAL BALANCE Combining Acupuncture with Western Medicine THE BENEFITS OF AN INTEGRATIVE APPROACH TO HEALTHCARE COLLABORATING WITH OTHER HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS Acupuncture and the Environment THE ECOLOGICAL IMPACT OF ACUPUNCTURE PRACTICES SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES IN TCM Acupressure and Self-Care Techniques UNDERSTANDING THE PRINCIPLES OF ACUPRESSURE SIMPLE SELF-CARE TECHNIQUES TO COMPLEMENT ACUPUNCTURE TREATMENTS Acupuncture Safety and Potential Side Effects RECOGNIZING AND MINIMIZING RISKS WHAT TO DO IF YOU EXPERIENCE SIDE EFFECTS Building a Personalized Acupuncture Treatment Plan ASSESSING YOUR INDIVIDUAL HEALTH NEEDS DEVELOPING A CUSTOMIZED TREATMENT STRATEGY Continuing Your Acupuncture Journey MAINTAINING LONG-TERM HEALTH BENEFITS EXPANDING YOUR KNOWLEDGE AND EXPLORING NEW TREATMENTS Frequently Asked Questions.

Have a safe, healthy, and comfortable pregnancy. Written by two physical therapists with over twenty years of combined experience helping women ease sore feet, aching backs, incessant peeing, and many other uncomfortable conditions, Your Best Pregnancy provides simple solutions and easy exercises to help women feel their best from head to toe. Through detailed photographs, illustrations, and down-to-earth advice that is both medically substantiated as well as easy to understand, you will learn how to: Treat the most uncomfortable symptoms during pregnancy, such as back and shoulder pain, bladder issues, night cramps, sciatica, swelling, and varicose veins. Maintain a healthy pregnancy, even while on bed rest. Correctly strengthen the pelvic floor and core to prevent diastasis recti. Nurse, lift, and care for a baby (or babies) using proper body mechanics to avoid strain and injury. "Your Best Pregnancy is fun, interesting, and supportive. It feels like sitting down with a knowledgeable and trusted friend to talk about all the challenging and usually-not-discussed issues of pregnancy. We keep a copy at our practice to offer advice to patients." óMARC LEVIN, MD, FAMILY PHYSICIAN, MATERNITY CARE COORDINATOR, INSTITUTE FOR FAMILY HEALTH "A must read if you're pregnant or just had a baby and wonder why your body feels the way it does!... A perfect go-to book for every pregnant woman, whether it's your first or fourth pregnancy." óSTACEY J. FUTTERMAN, PT, MPT, WCS, BCB-PMD, OWNER OF 5 POINT PHYSICAL THERAPY PLLC IN NEW YORK CITY "Your Best Pregnancy is like having two best friends on speed dial who just happen to also be physical therapists, and in Hoefs' case, an experienced mom. They give new and professional mothers the scoop on all things health, with an approachable helping of medical knowledge and a touch of sass." óLESLIE GOLDMAN, MPH, WOMEN'S HEALTH WRITER, LESLIEGOLDMANWRITES.COM

"Thriving Parenthood: A Comprehensive Guide for New Parents" is a practical and empowering book that serves as a trusted companion for new parents embarking on the journey of raising a child. With a focus on providing support, guidance, and encouragement, this book covers a wide range of topics to help new parents navigate the challenges and joys of parenthood. From the moment of discovering the news of pregnancy to the early stages of parenting and beyond, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the physical, emotional, and relationship preparations needed to embark on the parenting journey. It delves into important topics such as financial planning, coping with the physical and emotional changes of pregnancy, and preparing for childbirth. Once the baby arrives, the book continues to provide invaluable guidance on essential aspects of caring for a newborn, including feeding, diapering, bathing, and establishing healthy sleep patterns. It explores the milestones of child development, from motor skills to social and emotional development, and offers strategies for nurturing and stimulating a child's growth. In addition to practical parenting advice, "Thriving Parenthood" also addresses the importance of self-care, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and finding support when needed. It offers insights into coping with stress, balancing work and parenting, and seeking help for various challenges that may arise along the way. Throughout the book, the authors emphasize the importance of trusting one's instincts, embracing the messiness of parenthood, and celebrating the milestones, both big and small. They provide reassurance that every parent's journey is unique and offer encouragement for new parents to find their own path, guided by love, patience, and self-compassion. "Thriving Parenthood: A Comprehensive Guide for New Parents" is not only a practical handbook but also a source of inspiration and encouragement. It is a book that new parents can turn to for advice, reassurance, and a reminder that they are not alone on this transformative journey. With its comprehensive coverage and supportive tone, this book aims to empower new parents to embrace the challenges, cherish the joys, and navigate the wonderful adventure of parenthood with confidence and grace.

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