Delivers the critical-to-know content in two ways--in print and as an audio book. Meets the challenge of limited course time by efficiently organizing information in bulleted lists, flow charts, diagrams, tables, clinical pathways, and concept maps. Allows you to download the audio chapters to listen to the text anytime, anywhere. Features a biopsychosocial approach which encompasses physiology, psychological adaptation, and social and cultural influences on childbearing, and emphasizes nursing implications and care of patients and families. Introduces two unfolding case studies in Unit 2, one low-risk, one high-risk that are further developed in subsequent chapters through "Tying It All Together" boxes, which summarize the key elements in each chapter. Uses pedagogical tools to organize and highlight important concepts including.... Unit and chapter objectives Key terms Nursing diagnoses and nursing outcomes Critical Component boxes Cultural Considerations boxes Medications boxes Concept Maps Evidence-Based Practice guidelines in all chapters related to nursing care Clinical pathways Professional standards of care and position statements Glossary