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tophat8855's review against another edition
1.0
Don't read this if you're expecting unless you want to be scared out of birth. It focuses on everything that can go wrong- and pregnant women do NOT need stress like that.
saegelsomino's review against another edition
informative
3.0
I am a person who likes to have as much information as possible, and in that regard, this book can be very helpful. I do like the amount of detail it contains and the week by week breakdown, and I also appreciate a lot of the biological inclusions that help you wrap your head around what’s actually happening.
That said, I also feel like this book has a good number of flaws. I don’t find it to be overly inclusive, it’s definitely not body positive in any way, and I find it can be overly judgemental. It’s been a solid reference guide for some things but it isn’t my go-to resource. Also if you’re not American, there’s a huge amount that’s irrelevant, there wasn’t much effort at inclusivity for other cultures or nationalities.
That said, I also feel like this book has a good number of flaws. I don’t find it to be overly inclusive, it’s definitely not body positive in any way, and I find it can be overly judgemental. It’s been a solid reference guide for some things but it isn’t my go-to resource. Also if you’re not American, there’s a huge amount that’s irrelevant, there wasn’t much effort at inclusivity for other cultures or nationalities.
deagaric's review against another edition
funny
informative
medium-paced
5.0
The bad reviews on this book are honestly kind of funny to me. It's a comprehensive book about pregnancy; from common sense knowledge (eat your veggies, put down the wine) to explaining rare circumstances and medical complications. Murkoff tries to stay as positive as possible (maybe this wasn't the case in older versions?) and mentions that things are usually fine 99% of the time. If you're the type to get stressed out from reading about the multitude of medical complications that could arise during a pregnancy then this isn't a book for you. Luckily there are so many pregnancy book on the market, each with their own unique perspective. Consider this a birds-eye-view primer.
kandisteiner's review against another edition
4.0
I read the most up-to-date version, and I was worried after seeing reports of it being a bit dated/sexist/non-inclusive. However, I was relieved to say with the updates, it seems they've gotten with the times for the most part. I really appreciated the inclusivity of all types of partners (and those without) as well as the language around weight gain/loss being sensitive.
I will say, lots of great info in this. I also use the app. I've never had a baby before so I think, for me, it was beneficial. I really took a lot from it.
That being said, I immediately read "Expecting Better" right after and I think that's a better read for decisions as far as like will you drink coffee while pregnant, are baths okay, etc.
I will say, lots of great info in this. I also use the app. I've never had a baby before so I think, for me, it was beneficial. I really took a lot from it.
That being said, I immediately read "Expecting Better" right after and I think that's a better read for decisions as far as like will you drink coffee while pregnant, are baths okay, etc.
alexisrt's review against another edition
What to Expect When You'RE Expecting by Eisenberg (2002)
caryart's review against another edition
1.0
Also known as:
Things to be scared about. Because you're not already worried enough.
Things to be scared about. Because you're not already worried enough.