Debunking the Bump: A Mathematician Mom Explodes Myths About Pregnancy by Daphne

Description: Debunking the Bump by Daphne Adler Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Paperback Condition Brand New Description "The rational guide to pregnancy"--Back cover. Publisher Description "In this important book, Adler, a mathematician, management consultant, and self-proclaimed "numbers junkie," equips mothers with researched data behind recommendations for what to do (and not do) during pregnancy... She writes in a tone that is both authoritative and assuring-that of a mother rooting for all other mothers." -Publishers Weekly When Daphne Adler, a mother and mathematician, was pregnant, a colleague scolded her for sprinkling parmesan cheese on her pasta. After dutifully dumping her dinner in the trash, she decided to investigate to find out whether the admonishment and similar warnings were based on fact. What she discovered surprised her-and will surprise you, too. After 3 years of research where she poured over thousands of studies, Adler has reframed the parameters of what should and shouldnt be allowable during pregnancy. Her refreshing and reassuring book finally provides us with a way to separate myth from reality.Fact or fallacy? Debunking the Bump sets the record straight with eye-opening revelations such as: -44% of obstetricians never mention the most important avoidable cause of birth defects.-Less than half of all pregnant women are counseled about the most dangerous activity they could undertake while pregnant.-In the long list of forbidden foods, one category is 10,000 times more risky than others...but its danger is not emphasized.-Many pregnant women cut down their consumption of the single substance thats the most beneficial to their developing baby. Debunking the Bump is a pregnancy book for women with a thirst for facts. It covers not only all the hot pregnancy topics (Is it safe to eat sushi and drink coffee?) but also a variety of additional subjects Adlers exhaustive research uncovered that arent even mentioned in most pregnancy books. Filled with practical, actionable recommendations and clear explanations of risks and trade-offs, this unique guide will help you make informed choices so you can enjoy a relaxed and happy pregnancy. Read more at Author Biography Daphne Adler holds an undergraduate degree in theoretical mathematics from Harvard College and an MBA from Harvard Business School, and has spent her professional career working in management consulting. She grew up in Norwich, Vermont, and now lives in London with her husband and three young children. Details ISBN 1505393124 ISBN-13 9781505393125 Title Debunking the Bump Author Daphne Adler Format Paperback Year 2014 Pages 352 Publisher Createspace Independent Publishing Platform GE_Item_ID:93379747; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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