Can I still dye my hair? Is it safe to sleep on my back? Why is my friend's bump bigger than mine? Can I eat soft cheese? How do I know my waters have broken? What is colostrum anyway?<br/><br/>Pregnancy is one of the most exciting times in a woman's life. It can also be one of the most confusing, thanks to rapidly evolving science and the sheer amount of information (true, false and otherwise) now available via the internet.<br/><br/>Into this fray comes 9 Months, written by an Australian country obstetrician and father, Dr David Addenbrooke, who in his daily practice sees women of all ages with widely varying conditions, and a health scientist and mother, Ruby Matley. They combine forces to provide clear, compassionate and up-to-the-minute advice for soon-to-be mums and dads.<br/><br/>You will discover:<br/>- What is going on in each trimester, for both you and your baby.<br/>- All you need to know about screening, ultrasounds and tests in pregnancy, and your options for labour and birth.<br/>- How to cope with common symptoms, from nausea and fatigue to heartburn and back pain.<br/>- 40 recipes for ensuring optimum health for both you and your baby, plus the lowdown on which foods are in and which are out.<br/>- Reassuring information on weight gain, dealing with mood swings, connecting with your partner and bonding with your bump.<br/>- Practical tips for buying maternity clothes, preparing the nursery, budgeting for a baby and packing the hospital bag.<br/><br/>Easy to use and comprehensive, 9 Months is a complete guide for Australian women wanting the latest advice from a medical expert as well as practical reassurance and emotional support during the sometimes scary, but often wondrous, months of pregnancy.