This book focuses on providing information regarding prenatal and postnatal care. Obstetrics is growing at a rapid pace and holds high prominence for advancement in many other fields. This book imparts knowledge on the improvements in primary research and clinical practice. It also sheds light on recent problems related to this field, while discussing on preconception, pregnancy, labor and postpartum. This book guides the readers through difficult and complicated decisions in clinical administration. Moreover, it provides an insight into analytic knowledge of pathogenetic mechanisms involved in pregnancy and initiates more research by granting evidence of recent information and upcoming aspects in this area. Since the book is penned down by an elite group of knowledgeable authors from around the globe, it will definitely provide the readers with valuable knowledge for understanding maternal, paternal and fetal interactions as these are very necessary for a safe and successful birth.