What to Expect When You're Expecting, 5th Edition

Edition: What to Expect When You're Expecting is a pregnancy guide covering common questions, symptoms, lifestyle choices and birth options. The listing describes advice on topics ranging from food and exercise to prenatal screenings, medication and labour, with a chapter for multiples and material for expectant dads.

At a glance

Covers pregnancy symptoms and practical topics including food, exercise, work, travel, skin care and sex.
The listing says it discusses prenatal screenings, medication safety and birthing options, including water birth and gentle C-sections.
Includes material for people expecting multiples and for expectant dads.

Price

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Pros and cons

Pros

Broad subject coverage may help readers refer to one guide for questions spanning pregnancy symptoms, lifestyle and birth planning.
The 656-page format provides room for detailed reference material across many pregnancy topics.

Cons

At 656 pages and a listed weight of 748 g, this is a substantial reference book rather than a compact quick-read.

Technical specifications

9 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Workman Publishing Company
Publication date	May 31 2016
Edition	5th
Language	English
Print length	656 pages
ISBN-10	0761187480
ISBN-13	978-0761187486

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	748 g
Dimensions	15.37 x 4.45 x 22.73 cm

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing title says “Updated in 2026,” while product details give a May 31 2016 publication date and a 5th edition. Confirm that the edition offered is the one you intend to buy, particularly if you need current medical guidance. The listing describes its information as current but does not establish the publication or revision date of that claimed update.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Expectant parents seeking a broad reference on pregnancy symptoms, lifestyle questions and birth options.
Readers who want pregnancy information that also addresses multiples and expectant dads.

Less suited to

Readers looking for a short, quick-read guide rather than a lengthy reference.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.7 / 5 · 30,379 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the book as informative and helpful, and some buyers appreciate it as a gift. Opinions are mixed on readability, with some enjoying the book and others finding it boring, and on value for money. Its broad, 656-page coverage suits readers wanting a substantial reference, but the length may be less appealing to someone seeking a quick read. Rating data leans strongly toward five-star ratings, though ratings alone do not explain individual experiences.

Positive themes

Readers describe the content as informative and helpful.
Some buyers report that it is appreciated as a gift.

Mixed feedback

Opinions are divided on readability, with some finding it a good read and others getting bored.
Value for money is mixed among customers.

Frequently asked questions

What subjects does the book cover?

The listing describes coverage of symptoms, food, exercise, work, travel, skin care, sex, prenatal screenings, medication and birthing options.

Does it include information for people expecting multiples?

Yes. The listing says there is a chapter for people expecting multiples.

Is the listing’s “Updated in 2026” description consistent with the book details?

The title says “Updated in 2026,” but the details list a May 31 2016 publication date and a 5th edition. Check which edition and update the selected listing refers to.