This author has written a refreshingly honest review of issues facing new mothers.  I plan to send a copy of the book to my son who, in a few months will welcome a new-born into their home. When the excitement and joy begin to crumble, he will be better equipped to help his wife deal with the physical and psychological effects that follow pregnancy.

Problems such as acne and varicose veins, not to mention constipation, vaginal pain, mood swings, or perhaps one of the more serious conditions that pregnancy can trigger are probably not something either parent had bargained for. In this compassionate, comprehensive guide, Dr. Jennifer Wider, a physician as well as the mother of two small children, delivers up-to-date medical information, candid answers to a host of questions, and expert advice on a range of postpartum issues, including: 

• When the baby blues are more than just a phase

• Feelings of isolation for the stay-at-home mom

• Feelings of guilt for the back-to-work mom

• Cracked nipples and other breast-feeding concerns

• Thyroid problems, anemia, diabetes, urinary incontinence, and other conditions that can show up during or after pregnancy

This easy to read book teaches you how to take care of yourself and your baby while trying to maintain a loving relationship with your husband.