Book description
The Everything Pregnancy Nutrition Book helps you break down
all that confusing information about prenatal vitamins, calorie
counting, and smart food shopping. From getting healthy before
conceiving to staying fit through each stage of pregnancy, you can
shape your eating and exercise habits to contribute positively to your
well-being-and ultimately, your baby's. The Everything Pregnancy
Nutrition Book helps you design a well-balanced diet that's
right for you and your baby, whether you're a teenage mother-to-be, an
older expecting mom, or somewhere in between.
With this engaging and enlightening book at your side, you can:
- Get the real deal on controversial foods such as fish, tea, wine,
and cheese
- Avoid harmful food additives and over-the-counter medications
- Make informed decisions in the supermarket and kitchen
- Indulge some cravings - and beat others
- Learn the best ways to cope with the discomforts of pregnancy
- Assess which vitamins and minerals are most important during each trimester
- and more
Complete with tips on prenatal care for your baby and methods for
regaining your pre-baby figure, The Everything Pregnancy Nutrition
Book is your complete resource for planning a healthy pregnancy
from beginning to end!
Kimberly A. Tessmer, R. D., L. D., is the author of The
Everything Nutrition Book and Gluten Free for a Healthy
Life. A registered dietitian and freelance writer who currently
owns and operates Nutrition Focus, a consulting practice for nutrition
and weight loss, she has served as the National Corporate Dietitian
for three major weight loss companies as well as Foodservice Manager
and Dietetic Technician at several hospitals. Ms. Tessmer, who lives
in Parma, OH, is a member of the American Dietetic Association and the
ADA Practice Group "Nutrition Entrepreneurs."
