The Active Woman's Pregnancy Log

by Schlosberg, Suzanne

• ISBN13: 9780618785940
• ISBN10: 0618785949
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2008-06-30
• Publisher: Mariner Books

Summary

Modeled after the successful classic "The Ultimate Workout Log", "The Active Woman's Pregnancy Log" is the weekly pregnancy diary for the active mom-to-be, from two of America's leading fitness writers and experts.At last, here is a pregnancy journal that doesn't focus on shower gifts or nursery decor but on a woman's health, including her fitness, nutrition, relaxation, and general well-being. At a time when prenatal fitness is booming "The Active Woman's Pregnancy Log" is a woman's healthy pregnancy headquarters-a portable, one-stop source of inspiration, information, and organizational tools to keep moms-to-be feeling fit and confident and exercising wisely throughout this amazing journey. Spanning forty weeks, this day-by-day diary features:- A quick guide to the "active" pregnancy, including how to work aroundsymptoms, and exercises for every level through each trimester- Eating advice to ensure baby keeps growing and mom stays healthy- Plenty of charts, checklists, and places to record important dates, contacts,test results, and more- Advice on how to choose proper maternity fitness gear- A bonus section on postpartum fitness

Table of Contents

Important Contacts	p. viii
Introduction	p. xiii
Active Pregnancy Guide
A Quick Guide to an Active Pregnancy	p. 1
Official Prenatal Exercise Guidelines	p. 4
Unofficial - but Essential - Exercise Guidelines	p. 5
Exercise Tips by Trimester	p. 6
Must-Do Strength Exercises	p. 13
Working Around Your Pregnancy Symptoms	p. 22
Workout Gear Checklist	p. 27
Nutrition for the Next Nine Months	p. 28
Daily Diary
Filling In Your Log	p. 35
40-Week Daily Diary	p. 40
Prenatal Records
Prenatal Care Records	p. 201
Prenatal Checkup Record	p. 201
Weight-Gain Record	p. 210
Test and Ultrasound Results	p. 213
Preparing for Baby
Getting Ready for Baby	p. 215
Planning Ahead for Baby: A Checklist	p. 215
Baby Names in Contention	p. 217
Baby Gifts and Thank-You Notes	p. 218
Preparing for Delivery
Preparing for Labor and Delivery	p. 221
Birthing Class Notes	p. 224
Packing for the Big Day	p. 226
Contractions Chart	p. 229
Baby and Beyond
Meet Your Baby	p. 233
Getting Your Body Back	p. 235
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