"Codependent No More" is a groundbreaking book in the history of the self-help and recovery movements. It spent several years on the "New York Times" bestseller list, and introduced the word "codependent" into common usage. More importantly, many readers have identified with traits described in this book, and have been helped by the suggestions ...
A guide for fathers-to-be that includes information on ways to help the mother, discussion about issues such as sexual desire during pregnancy, and a chart delineating the stages of labor and delivery. This book contains information that is usually covered in pre-pregnancy books for women, but it is aimed specifically at men who want to know more ...
One out of six couples today is believed to be infertile. Many spend thousands of dollars on invasive and often ineffective procedures in an effort to conceive. Weschler, a natural family planning adviser, details the Fertility Awareness Method (FAM), by which women can calculate their level of fertility through measurements of waking temperature, ...
This 900-page classic in women's health, revolutionary in 1994, was wholly revised in 1998. In a supportive and informative manner, and using a holistic medical approach, Christiane Northrup encourages readers to tune in to their own intuition and to become their own authorities in regard to health issues. She encourages readers to create a ...
In 1965, Lennart Nilsson published images from inside the human uterus, the first photographs of prenatal life. The book that was to follow, "A Child is Born", stunned the world - offering an unprecedented glimpse at the unseen world within our bodies, and our own beginnings. Using high-definition ultrasound technique, scanning electron and light ...
This special edition coincides with La Leche League's 35th anniversary. Today, with more than 50 percent of new mothers choosing to breastfeed their babies, the need for a practical, confidence-building guide is greater than ever. In addition to being an authoritative text on breastfeeding, this guide offers advice on planning and caring for ...
Terrence Real, a psychotherapist with 20 years of experience treating men and their families, exposes an epidemic of "covert," or hidden, depression among men. Covert depression develops when a man attempts to soothe pain and suffering through abusive behavior, alcoholism, and workaholism. Real explains how men can heal themselves, restore ...
"A useful guidebook filled with clear instructions and helpful hints." Deepak Chopra "An easy-to-follow yet comprehensive introduction to the practice of meditation." John Gray, author, Men Are From Mars, Women are From Venus Meditation Pluses: it can improve your focus and concentration; reduce tension, anxiety and stress; promote creativity and ...
When someone in your family suffers from Alzheimer's disease or other related memory loss diseases, both you and your loved one face immense challenges. For over 20 years this book has been the trusted bible for families affected by dementia disorders. This authoritative guie provides all the practical and specific advice you need to make care ...
This best-selling comprehensive guide lists the calorie, protein, carbohydrate, fat, fiber, sodium, and cholesterol contents of thousands of common American generic and brand-name foods, which are listed alphabetically. Fast food items, such as McDonald's infamous Big Mac, are included.
Psychotherapists have long worked with children, young and old, of borderline mothers. In this work, Dr Lawson seeks to bring readers into the world of the borderline child. She describes four basic profiles: the Waif Mother, the Hermit Mother, the Queen Mother and the Witch. She shows how to love the Waif without rescuing her, to love the Hermit ...
When vaccines first became available, they were considered a godsend-parents suddenly had a way to keep their children safe from devestating diseases like small pox and polio. Today, however, we may be over-vaccinating our children-sometimes with alarming repercussions. Every year some children suffer consequences as a result of vaccinations, and ...
In this guide to triumphing over menopause, an obstetrician and gynecologist who went through menopause herself offers an optimistic perspective, showing how this stage of a woman's life offers opportunities for emotional, sexual, and creative development. This book also encourages all pre-menopausal women to start healthy exercise and eating ...
This home edition of the highly respected Merck guide includes comprehensive information on diseases and remedies in an accessible, illustrated format. A handy, all-in-one-volume medical reference for the family.
Emphasises the critical relationship between children's health, safety and nutrition and the critical relationship between these three areas in an easy-to-read and thought-provoking format. Offers practical suggestions and underlying principles for creating high quality environments that maximise children's well-being and development.
This one-stop guide to symptoms, emergencies, common illnesses, behavior problems, and healthy development provides parents with a wealth of information, proven strategies, and step-by-step instructions.
An innovative guide to infant fitness and health combines the ancient practice of yoga with the latest techniques of baby massage to create a healthful program designed to help youngsters sleep longer, digest foods more easily, stay less susceptible to colds and other ailments, strengthen neuromuscu
THE HERBAL DRUGSTORE compares and contrasts over 700 herbal treatments against their over-the-counter (OTC) counterparts. Thorough and well researched, this book is a boon for anyone interested in reducing their dependency on OTC drugs for common ailments. Covering a broad range of topics like skincare, cataracts, and hangovers, THE HERBAL ...
Written by an obstetrician, this illustrated guide for expecting mothers covers a variety of topics, including prenatal nutrition, the unborn baby's development, and the changes that occur in a pregnant woman's body.
Debbie Ford, a Workshop Facilitator at the Chopra Center for Well Being, lends a refreshing and helpful perspective to those going through divorce. Her guidebook offers exercises, meditations, and Seven Spiritual Laws to help readers get through this dark and difficult period of life.
"...an extremely useful parenting handbook...truly outstanding ...strongly recommended." - "Library Journal" (starred review). "A tremendous resource for parents and professionals alike." - Thomas Atwood, president and CEO, National Council for Adoption. The adoption of a child is always a joyous moment in the life of a family.Some adoptions, ...
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