Kitzinger, Sheila.

Birth over 35 / Birth over thirty-five. Sheila Kitzinger ; [illustrations by Jo Nesbitt]. - New ed., 2nd ed. - London : Sheldon Press, 2011. - vii, 150 p. : ill. ; 22 cm. - Overcoming common problems. . - Overcoming common problems series. .

Previous ed.: 1994.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Women over 35 (or even younger) expecting a first baby are automatically assigned to a 'high risk' category. Research, however, suggests that the mother's overall health is more important than age per se. This updated version provides the specialist information needed by 'older' mothers. Gynaecology & obstetrics.

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Pregnancy in middle age.
Childbirth in middle age.

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