The Pregnancy Bed Rest Book
A Survival Guide for Expectant Mothers and Their Families

Statistics indicate that up to 700,000 expectant women a year — that’s one in five mothers-to-be — are prescribed bed rest as treatment during complicated pregnancies. Bed rest might sound like a relief at first — but the combination of a possible high-risk birth and a lengthy period of staying off your feet can be stressful.

Amy E. Tracy shares her experiences — and those of many others — to help you and your family not only survive but thrive during your days in waiting. With information on everything from informing your employer and making arrangements with your health insurance to proper nutrition and calisthenics, this comprehensive guide also covers such topics as:

· Understanding Your Doctor’s Orders
· Adjusting to Horizontal Living
· Coping with Short-term and Extended Hospitalization
· Limiting the Side Effects of Immobility
· Making Bed Rest a Family Affair
· Coming to Terms with Your Feelings
· Getting Back on Your Feet
· And much more, including a Comprehensive List of Resources

"The Pregnancy Bed Rest Book is an excellent compilation of coping tips from real-life families on how to survive a complicated pregnancy. [It also offers] great lists of resources of all kinds right at your fingertips. This is a necessary book for any expectant mother who may spend four days or four months in bed.”
-Tracy Hoogenboom, director, Sidelines National Support Network

Unfortunately, The Pregnancy Bed Rest Book is out of print. You can find copies in libraries and at used bookstores. I am currently seeking a publisher to reprint (email me if you have any ideas!).