"An acclaimed scientist reveals the latest discoveries in prenatal care and the critical takeaways for expecting parents"-- After decades of research into how babies develop in the womb, Fisher shares her expert advice to empower expecting parents. Complete with practical tips, and the essential questions to ask healthcare providers, here is everything you need to take charge of your health and your baby's. -- adapted from jacket Provided by publisher.

"Reduce your risk of complications ; protect your baby from environmental toxins ; have a positive impact on your child's lifelong health" -- Cover.

The first eight weeks: getting off to the right start -- The placenta: the lifeline between you and your baby -- Understanding your prenatal testing options -- Protecting your pregnancy in the age of environmental chemicals -- When pregnancy gets complicated -- How life in the womb determines adult health -- Birth.