In a virtuosic return to form, Martin Amis revisits the sex-fueled material of his early career such as THE RACHEL PAPERS, DEAD BABIES, and SUCCESS. The political concerns of his recent writing have been, for the most part, jettisoned, and Amis`s famously prodigal prose devotes itself instead to the specific human experience of coming-of-age in the sexually liberated era of the 1970s. The protagonist of the novel, Keith Nearing, is a 20-year-old literary soul aspiring to be a libertine during a summer vacation with a group of friends at an Italian castle. Despite the new freedom of the age and Keith`s witty quips on literature and lust, sex is trickier in practice than in theory, and he finds his desires bent and twisted by the newly empowered bathing beauties tanning themselves poolside at the castle. In the novel`s inspired coda, Amis fast-forwards through the decades after the erotic summer, and shows how the aftereffects of moral revolution rippled out through his characters` lives. An admittedly autobiographical work, THE PREGNANT WIDOW vividly captures the hedonistic fevers of youth in the post-pill, pre-AIDS world, and also depicts those who burned up in its ravishing heat. Keith is damaged by his experiences, but his sister Violet--a clear stand-in for Amis`s own sister--dies from drink and dissolution. Comic, debauched, erudite, and ill-behaved--these are well-known early Amis traits, but THE PREGNANT WIDOW adds a melancholic wisdom to the mix, re-imagining the stories of his youth though the dark glass of time. Selected by Publishers Weekly as a 2010 Top 10 Book.
No home should be without this book!THE CONSUMER’S GUIDE TO PILLS—COMPLETELY REVISED 15TH EDITION FOR 2012 WITH MORE THAN 20 IMPORTANT NEW DRUGS AND DOZENS OF NEW BRAND NAMES For more than three decades, millions of consumers have trusted The Pill Book to provide official, FDA-approved information on more than 1,800 of the most commonly prescribed drugs in the United States, with guidelines from leading pharmacists. Each drug is profiled in a concise, readable, easy-to-understand entry, making The Pill Book the perfect reference when you have questions about the medications your doctor prescribes. Inside you’ll discover • generic and brand-name listings that can help you save money• what each drug is for, and how it works• usual dosages, and what to do if a dose is skipped• side effects and possible adverse reactions, highlighted for quick reference• interactions with other drugs and food• overdose and addiction potential• alcohol-free and sugar-free medications• the most popular self-injected medications and their safe handling• information for seniors, pregnant and breast-feeding women, children, and others with special needs• cautions and warnings, and when to call your doctor• 32 pages of actual-size color photographs of prescription pills
Danny Boyle`s surprise 2003 hit, 28 DAYS LATER, gets the sequel treatment here. Few elements from the first film remain--actor Cilian Murphy doesn`t return, and Boyle and screenwriter/novelist Alex Garland take producer credits this time out. In their places step director/co-writer Juan Carlos Fresnadillo (INTACTO) and actor Robert Carlyle (TRAINSPOTTING), who bring the original story to its next logical step. The zombies (again referred to as "the infected") from the first film have died out and England is ready for repopulation. The American military are slowly bringing British citizens back to London, where a heavily guarded community is picking up the pieces and trying to return to normal life. Carlyle plays Don, a man who has lost his wife but is reunited with his children, Andy (Mackintosh Muggleton) and Tammy (Imogen Poots), near the start of Fresnadillo`s film. The two kids soon escape from the heavily guarded community, go off searching for their childhood home, and discover that mom might not be quite as dead as they originally thought. Chaos follows, with the sadistic military and the forlorn survivors battling both each other and "the infected."Fresnadillo apes much of Boyle`s style from the original film, shooting in rapidly edited sequences that cause plenty of blink-and-you`ll-miss-it moments. A pounding soundtrack helps enliven the scenes with "the infected," and an abundance of swooping aerial shots highlight the desolate London landscape. A few minor sub-plots emerge, Fresnadillo offers sly commentary on the military`s trigger-happy tendencies, and the film ends up somewhere in between zombie fare such as George A. Romero`s LAND OF THE DEAD and dystopian visions of the future such as Alfonso Cuaron`s CHILDREN OF MEN.
Danny Boyle`s surprise 2003 hit, 28 DAYS LATER, gets the sequel treatment here. Few elements from the first film remain--actor Cilian Murphy doesn`t return, and Boyle and screenwriter/novelist Alex Garland take producer credits this time out. In their places step director/co-writer Juan Carlos Fresnadillo (INTACTO) and actor Robert Carlyle (TRAINSPOTTING), who bring the original story to its next logical step. The zombies (again referred to as "the infected") from the first film have died out and England is ready for repopulation. The American military are slowly bringing British citizens back to London, where a heavily guarded community is picking up the pieces and trying to return to normal life. Carlyle plays Don, a man who has lost his wife but is reunited with his children, Andy (Mackintosh Muggleton) and Tammy (Imogen Poots), near the start of Fresnadillo`s film. The two kids soon escape from the heavily guarded community, go off searching for their childhood home, and discover that mom might not be quite as dead as they originally thought. Chaos follows, with the sadistic military and the forlorn survivors battling both each other and "the infected."Fresnadillo apes much of Boyle`s style from the original film, shooting in rapidly edited sequences that cause plenty of blink-and-you`ll-miss-it moments. A pounding soundtrack helps enliven the scenes with "the infected," and an abundance of swooping aerial shots highlight the desolate London landscape. A few minor sub-plots emerge, Fresnadillo offers sly commentary on the military`s trigger-happy tendencies, and the film ends up somewhere in between zombie fare such as George A. Romero`s LAND OF THE DEAD and dystopian visions of the future such as Alfonso Cuaron`s CHILDREN OF MEN.
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Boy or Girl. Pink or blue, let IntelliGender tell you! Get clear results in 10 minutes! IntelliGender's Gender Prediction Test (G.P.T) is designed for easy home use by expectant mothers curious about their baby's gender. G.P.T. is a simple-to-use urine test that can be performed as early as 6 weeks following the first day of your missed period and provides clear results in just 10 minutes!...
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There is no bigger issue for healthy infants than sleeping through the night. In this simple, straightforward book, Suzy Giordano presents her amazingly effective "Limited- Crying Solution" that will get any baby to sleep for twelve hours at nightâand three hours in the dayâby the age of twelve weeks old. Giordano is the mother of five children and one of the most sought-after baby sle...
FinallyâA Pregnancy Book That Won't Put Men to SleepMy Boys Can Swim! tells real men everything they really want to know about pregnancy, such as: How much is it going to cost? Why does your wife primp before seeing her doctor when she hasn't put a stitch of make-up on for you in months? And, most important, what's it going to do to your sex life? This rollicking, laugh-out-loud book is for e...
In the only book that gives a mother something positive to do for her baby in the critical first trimester, Margie Profet, an award-winning scientist, details for the first time how pregnancy sickness improves the chances of having a healthy baby.Profet shows that pregnancy sickness is a highly evolved mechanism designed to shield the developing embryo from potentially harmful natural toxins found in many foods and beverages as well as in various other substances in the environment. By providing a comprehensive look at pregnancy sickness—what it is, how it works, how to manage it, and how to choose which foods to eat and which to avoid—this book offers both comfort and help to an expectant mother and essential protection for her developing baby. Pregnancy Sickness is the proactive guide to a healthy baby that every pregnant woman should read.
Over 100 delicious, safe, and easy-to-prepare recipes. From Vanilla Apple Compote with Honeyed Greek Yogurt for breakfast; to Avocado, Tomato, and Cilantro on Sourdough Bread that would make a great lunch; to Chicken Stuffed with Mozzarella and Pesto, there are recipes for any time of day or any kind of appetite.Recipes are filled with fresh, healthy ingredients - vegetables, herbs, grains, fish and organic meats and poultry.Introduction to which nutrients are particularly important during pregnancy. Essential information on which foods to avoid and why; the advantages of organic food; the best ways to preserve nutrients during cooking; and simple food hygiene.Detailed information on how to choose a balanced diet; tips on relieving morning sickness and other common pregnancy ailments; and how to continue to care for yourself during breastfeeding.For times when there`s little or no time to cook, there`s a selection of nutritious snack ideas for immediate satisfaction that require only the simplest preparationABOUT THE AUDIENCEWhy this topic is hot: Women have become more empowered to make choices about their pregnancies - from waiting until later in life to get pregnant to deciding what and how they will eat during pregnancy. With new nutritional information available, the benefits of including certain foods in the diet when pregnant have become more apparent, and the strict regimens that older books used to recommend are no longer required.Today, the trend is toward fewer children, thus fewer pregnancies, and pregnancy has acquired it`s own status as a special time to be celebrated - with hip, sexy clothes (Liz Lange maternity, "Great Belly Styles" at Gap Maternity); exercise classes geared to mothers (Yoga and Pilates classes for expectant mothers); funky accessories (Kate Spade diaper bags). A cookbook that celebrates the joys of eating during pregnancy will be appreciated by this group.How many people partici
This new Mayo Clinic book on pregnancy provides you with practical information and reassurance on pregnancy and childbirth. Compiled by Mayo Clinic experts in obstetrics, it offers a clear, thorough and reliable reference for this exciting and sometimes unpredictable journey. This comprehensivebook includes:A month-by-month look at mom and babyIn-depth Decision Guides to help you make informed decisions on topics such as how to select a health care provider, prenatal testing options, pain relief for childbirth, and many othersAn easy-to-use reference guide that covers topics such as morning sickness, heartburn, back pain, headaches and yeast infections, among othersInformation on pregnancy health concerns, including preterm labor, gestational diabetes and preeclampsia, along with an overview on being pregnant when you have pre-existing health conditions such as asthma, diabetes or hyperthyroidism
Imagine being able to observe with astonishing clarity a child's delicate features as they evolve over the course of a pregnancy, or witness the complex behavior of new human life in utero. Now we can, thanks to the advent of innovative 3D and 4D imaging technologies that provide a powerful diagnostic tool for doctors and cast vivid light on our earliest developmentâand a profound new way fo...
Awarded the iParenting Media Award for Excellent Product of 2008! Experience the miracle of life-with your own eyes Congratulations, parents-to-be! You're about to embark on a momentous journey. Even more exciting, you're the first generation of parents who-thanks to 3D and conventional ultrasound-can actually âseeâ your child before he or she is born. This wonderful, one-o...
'This book is for anybody who might ever become a mum or a dad - the physical and mental health of your children is in your hands. It all depends on your efforts before conception. Truly beautiful, healthy, happy babies don't happen by accident!' Jan Roberts
In simple, straightforward language Jan Roberts gives you the facts you need to assist conception and enjoy a healthy pregnancy.
Illustrated with hundreds of cutting-edge 3-D and conventional ultrasound images, a chronicle of a baby`s development throughout pregnancy reveals what medical professionals look for to determine if a baby is developing normally. Original.
This issue of Ultrasound Clinics explores the role that ultrasound plays in diagnosing and treating common disorders of the head and neck. Future applications of ultrasound technology are also discussed. Articles in this issue include "Head and Neck Ultrasound: Why Now?; Ultrasound physics in a nutshell; Head and Neck Anatomy and Ultrasound Correlation; Interpretation of Ultrasound; The Expanding Ultility of Office-Based Ultrasound for the Head and Neck Surgeon;The Role of Ultrasound in Thyroid Disorders; Techniques for Parathyroid Localization and Ultrasound;Ultrasound-Guided Procedures for the Office; Head and Neck Ultrasound in the Pediatric Population; and Emerging Technology in Head and Neck Ultrasonography.
A guide to achieving a successful pregnancy. It includes sections on nutrition, contraception, screening tests, environmental hazards, food borne infections, and alcohol and caffeine consumption. It helps readers to maximise their chances of becoming pregnant using natural means, wherever possible.
A comprehensive handbook for couples looking to start a family, including those have experienced conception problems, draws on the latest medical and healthy research to provide practical advice and up-to-date information on how to maximize fertility and presents a number of conventional and complementary therapies, ranging from nutrition to IVF to assist. Original.
The PregnancyCalendar is an undated calendar based on the pregnancy term—not on the calendar year. It's your guide to pregnancy from conception to the birth of your baby. Along the way you'll learn about your changing body, your developing baby, prenatal care, warning signs and more. Include
Dr. Marissa Blumenthal, a successful pediatrician, will try any method to conceive a child. But soon, her obsession to become pregnant explodes into a real-life nightmare.
A new edition with full-color images and photos traces the journey from conception to birth, including such topics as breastfeeding, medication, alcohol, smoking, diet, cord-blood collection, maternity benefits, antenatal tests, epidurals, signs of labor, baby`s checkup and more, in a chronologically arranged reference. Original.
A Journal and daily diary to record all those memorable moments in the making of your baby¿from the test coming back positive to the first ultrasound. From the first kick to delivery to the first cuddle. An Organizer to keep track of everything pregnancy: practitioner visits and shopping lists, birthing plans and birth announcements, baby names and baby gifts.An All-in-One Place to write down everything you¿ll want to remember about the most exciting nine months of your life.
Brighten up your calendar with these helpful stickers to mark important dates, appointments and day-to-day tasks as you prepare for your little one to arrive. Each pack includes 1 sheet of 66 stickers.
Complement any bedroom decor with this luxurious basket weave sheet setSheet set includes one flat sheet, one fitted sheet, and two standard pillowcases (two king cases in king and California king sets)Bedding is available in gold, ivory, white, terracotta and chocolate color optionsSheet type: SolidPattern:OtherLuxurious 600 thread count gives the sheets a silky feelThread count is the number of threads per square inch of fabric--the higher the thread count, the softer and more durable the materialExtra-deep 16-inch pockets are designed to accommodate today's thicker mattressesFully elasticized fitted sheet stays securely in place100-percent cottonMachine washable for easy care
Teens facing the prospect of having a child at a time in their lives when they also are looking forward to prom, getting their driver's license, and graduating, can be stressful and sometimes devastating. Working With Teens: Pregnant or Parenting offers teens a way to connect with other teens facing similar challenges. Teens speak candidly about their reactions to pregnancy, the ways in which thei...
PROTANDIM is the only supplement clinically proven to reduce oxidative stress by an average 40%, slowing down the cell aging process to the level of a 20 year-old.* Protandim is not a conventional antioxidant supplement. Each Protandim caplet contains a unique combination of phytonutrients that signal the body's genes to produce its own antioxidant enzymes, which provides thousands of times more a...
This is not anything like a baby book. It’s a birthday book! It was born from the simple idea that birthdays provide the perfect annual opportunity to preserve a sweet moment in time as your child changes from year to year. From the first birthday to age eighteen, this journal contains space to stick birthday photos, fun and thought-provoking interview questions to ask your kid, and a time-c...
Written by parents who have a gay or lesbian child, this compilation of letters can help parents deal with feelings of confusion, embarrassment, guilt, or anger, while showing how ordinary families have found love, happiness, and normalcy again. Updated with new stories and experiences, this edition acknowledges that while a brave child often takes time to come to terms with his sexuality before ...
Six million U.S. couples are currently struggling with infertility. Living in a culture that celebrates effortless success only makes that burden harder to bear. Why is everyone else able to conceive? What does it mean to be singled-out for suffering? And, where is God in all this? Many people never find the answers, but it doesn't have to be that way. Author Susan Radulovacki guides cou...
Expectant parents are often overwhelmed-and befuddled-when they hear news of baby’s impending arrival. Luckily Safe Baby Pregnancy Tips provides hilarious “do’s and don’ts” on getting through the next nine months.
This sourcebook for expectant parents combines advice from gynecologists, obstetricians, fetal medicine physicians, midwives, psychologists, dieticians, geneticists, pediatricians, and teachers from North America and the UK. It covers what happens during pregnancy and labor, prenatal care, healthy eating and exercise, managing emotions and intimacy, fatherhood, and childbirth classes and labor choices. Stone and Eddleman (obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive science, Mount Sinai School of Medicine) then provide chapters on the newborn, taking care of the baby and oneself, and overcoming problems. Reference pages on genetic counseling, pregnancy complications, emergencies, miscarriage, newborn medical problems, birth abnormalities, and other topics are included. Many color illustrations are incorporated throughout. There is no bibliography. Annotation )2009 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Nausea is a complex sensation that results from the interaction of certain fixed biological factors, such as gender, with changeable psychological factors, such as anxiety. This is the first book to provide a complete, in-depth explanation of what we know about nausea, along with the latest research results on its causes and treatment. As it is the product of long-term collaboration between scientists from the three main approaches to studying and treating nausea--psychology, gastroenterology, and physiology--the information this book provides is both comprehensive and well integrated.The book is divided into two parts, on mechanisms and management, respectively, and four sections. The chapters in Section I introduce the concept of nausea as a protective control mechanism with individual dynamic thresholds, explain the function of nausea, review past and present conceptions of nausea, and describe the prevalence of nausea in different conditions. Section II includes four basic chapters that review what is known about the physiological bases of nausea. Other chapters explore the roles of the central nervous system, autonomic nervous system, endocrine system, and gastric dysrhythmias. Section III presents the difficult problem of measuring nausea, with chapters focusing on measuring nausea in humans and studying it in animals. Section IV forms the second part of the book, on the management of nausea. The main chapters cover nausea and its treatment in several conditions, including chronic nausea, diabetes, pregnancy, post-operative, cancer and its treatment, and provocative motion. A final chapter discusses future research, including three preliminary studies of novel treatment approaches.
Exercises in THE PILATES PREGNANCY are designed to make the time before, during, and after pregnancy easier and more comfortable. One of the primary advantages to Pilates is a strong abdomen and stomach area, resulting in benefits such as increased blood flow to the growing fetus, easier delivery, and fast recovery time. The book is divided into exercises that vary with each trimester, to respond to changes in a woman's body during pregnancy.
