Nutrition in Pregnancy: The Do’s and Dont’s to Feeling Great and Staying Healthy
- What We Cover
- Why Prenatal Nutrition Matters
- Trimesters of Pregnancy
- Common Concerns and How to Address Them Nutritionally
- Top Ten “Question Foods”
- Weight Gain
- Key Nutrients in Pregnancy and Simple Food Choices to Obtain Them
- Mastering Cravings
- Role and Importance of Organics
- Cooking at Home for Optimal Health
- Eating out
- Preparing for Labor
- Postpartum Weight Loss
- Breastfeeding Nutrition
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a) Nutritional needs during pregnancy
b) Common questions and issues
c) Eliminating foods that may be harmful
d) Postpartum and breastfeeding nutrition
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a) Attachment, Immunity and Expectations
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a) What is happening with the baby and how it correlates to how mother feels.
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a) Ex: Heartburn, constipation, swelling, fatigue, supplements etc.
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a) Ex: Fish, Cheeses, Nuts, Soy
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a) Why weight matters in pregnancy
b) Fallacy of eating for two
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a) Ex: Folate, Protein, Iron
b) My top ten foods in pregnancy
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a) Tips and tricks to stay on track
b) Chart of healthy alternatives to common foods we crave
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a) Sample weekly menu provided with recipes attached
b) Tips for successfully navigating the grocery store
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a) Restaurant Cheat Sheet-common restaurants and how to order healthfully off their menus
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a) How to prepare your body nutritionally for the big event
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a) What real weight loss postpartum looks like
b) Postpartum exercise and dieting precautions and recommendations