Hands Off My Belly: The Pregnant Woman's Survival Guide to Myths, Mothers, and Moods

Incorporating anecdotes from the clinic, two doctors address common myths regarding pregnancy and childbirth. The six sections discuss myths relating to: infertility and conception, early pregnancy and mood, second and third trimester, placentas, twins and culture, and habits for an enjoyable pregnancy. Annotation c2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Shawn A. Tassone, MD, FACOG, and Kathryn M. Landherr, MD, FACOG (Tucson, AZ), are the co-owners of La Dea Women’s Health in Tucson, AZ, where Dr. Tassone is the medical director and his wife, Dr. Landherr, is a practicing physician. Both Drs. Tassone and Landherr completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center and are board certified in obstetrics and gynecology. Each is also an Associate Fellow of Integrative Medicine under Dr. Andrew Weil at the University of Arizona.