Eating for Pregnancy Paperback – July 2, 2019

I looked at several different books before deciding on ordering this one. This book is great! It provides a list of foods that you should eat for the month that you are pregnant based on what the baby needs for their development at that time. The recipes are easy, delicious, and for the most part, quick. I feel more confident knowing that I'm eating what my baby needs and I'm not having to question it. There's a wide variety of recipes as well. Most recipes come with suggestions on how to make it a full meal and some will come with other recipe suggestions. It also provides alternative ingredients or meal ideas for people who are diabetic. It also provides information on how long the food can keep in the fridge as well as how long you can safely freeze the food, if it's freezable.

I am a Dietitian & I absolutely love this book. It is such a great reference for what to eat at all of the stages of pregnancy from before conception to after birth.They cover general guidelines, things to avoid, and things to focus on to have the healthiest possible pregnancy.It’s all written in a lovely non-judgmental tone & includes amazing recipes that I can’t wait to try (pregnant or not)!

Some random ingredients not found at local King Soopers, but great ideas!

This is a superb book. There is great information about pregnancy spanning from pre-conception to postpartum. The emphasis is on nutrition. The information is well presented and organized and interesting. The recipes are fantastic! You do not have to be pregnant to cook from this book and enjoy the beautiful meals. I highly recommend this book to women who are in their child bearing years and who enjoy cooking healthy delicious meals.

I’m Monica Cox - a qualified Fertility Health Coach & I received a free copy of this book to review. It is packed full of useful info, but I found that the information/recommendations simply follow the mainstream, U.S. trend that I personally find at times a little outdated.If you’ve not dealt with any complications getting or staying pregnant, this might be a good supportive book for you.Here are my concerns everyone should be aware of thou::* The information provided throughout the book about Folic Acid [a synthetic form of folate] is outdated. New evidence is pointing to the fact that we shouldn't be overloading on it & looking towards using Folate, which can be used in supplements & found in fresh foods. The synthetic form, Folic Acid requires conversions to get to the active form & it can possibly mask a B12 deficiency. Woman with an MTHFR mutation or a variant should think twice about consuming any type of Folic Acid. MTHFR was mention in the book, but if you would like Info more information on this please go to MTHFR.net* Recipes called for non/low-fat dairy. These are usually very high in sugar & high quality saturated fat is essential during pregnancy [if you can tolerate dairy].* Tofu & fortified soy beverages should be used in moderation due to the phytoestrogen qualities.* Iodized salt is recommended & usually is bleached and low quality.

I love this 3rd edition of Eating for Pregnancy. There is so much nutrition and health information for those expecting and even if you are not. There are a range of easy, fresh, healthy recipes that appeal to the range of eaters in my family. Particularly love the salad and soup recipes. Also very helpful having the symbols in the upper right hand corner of each recipe - quick and easy, gluten-free, vegan, etc.

The amount of information they provide is awesome! Some of the recipes I know I won't like but a couple of the ones I won't like I might just try anyway. Most of the recipes look great and easy to alter if you don't like certain ingredients. 🙂

Eating for Pregnancy is a detailed nutritional book that offers guidance to women throughout their reproductive life. It is inclusive and diverse to consider most possible food requirements and restrictions in their recipes:- gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegans, and diabetics.The authors considered women who would:1) want to optimize their bodies for conception by guiding them through the proper mindset and foods that help balance implantation and fertilization;2) want to maximize their pregnancy journey by eating what is best for them and their growing babies and still have delicious options; and3) want to manage their food menus after birth when they rely on their partner or family/friends to help them with food preparation.The book has marked chapter topics, so readers are not assumed to read from start to finish but can jump between chapters based on their customized needs. The information provided are all evidence-based, with scientific documentation referred.For those who are planning to conceive, this book helps mothers prepare through the science of nutrition and exercise. It gives a holistic approach in finding out that through a focused diet to get the body at its prime condition in the Preconception section.For already pregnant mothers, each nutritional needs are broken-down per month with small discussions on the mother's body, baby development, and appropriate recipes for that month. The wordings used were easy to understand. The menu suggestion and safe exercises are great bonuses at the end!I wanted to point out that this book guides mothers to diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure/preeclampsia. This book provides a complete section on gestational diabetes based on in-depth research-based information plus delicious recipes to support a woman's needs.I want to point out that Catherine, one of the co-authors, had gone through preeclampsia on both pregnancies, wherein one of them was a preemie, and the baby had to spend two months in the NICU with multiple surgeries. After that heart-wrenching experience, she made it her mission to help other pregnant women, especially those with complications.The Fourth Trimester, a now important topic, is well-discussed. This is the 12-week period immediately after birth. Health care providers now give this term importance, wherein every mother and their newborn baby's physical, emotional, and nutritional needs are taken into consideration.Eating for Pregnancy talks about the mother's and baby's physical and emotional adjustment period as (a) the baby adjusts to being outside the womb, and (b) the mother adjusts to her new life as a mother; the mindset/approach and food demands. It is because, during this time, some of these needs may fall at the wayside as mothers try to adjust to the whole household's "new normal." If you think the pandemic is a big adjustment, wait and see when you have a new bundle of joy, whose only mode of communication is through sounds.I appreciate the authors' section on handling postpartum depression (PPD). Although this is not a self-help book, shared stories and signs help mothers identify possible baby blues and/or PPD symptoms. Recognizing the signs early on will help mothers get the proper support and treatment to address the issues. There are informative suggestions, tips, and FAQs about baby blues and PPD. Identifying is step one, then it is best to refer to a professional for proper diagnosis.It is good to note that although the book looks at Western women's body type and their geographical settings, Asian women can still use this book as a close guide with food choices and caloric intake. The weight gains are still the same, but the food and ingredient choices may be harder to find in Asian or even developing countries. Substitutes would still work, though the book has not provided this, so it is up to the mother's discretion to find this.In summary, I liked how the book guides women through their reproductive lives while suggesting exciting recipes that can please everyone in the family. I like how the authors include suggestions on healthy food options for people with diabetes that would still benefit everyone at home.Note: The book is a guide/reference, but I would highly recommend having your doctor and/or a nutritionist help mothers customize better their physical, nutritional, and emotional needs.