Leslie Beck's Nutrition Guide to a Healthy Pregnancy is a must-read if you are contemplating pregnancy, are already expecting, or are a new mother. You'll find plenty of practical advice that translates the most up-to-date research into healthy eating strategies. Whether your eating habits need a tune-up or a complete overhaul, Leslie provides all the information you need, including:

• a nutrition plan and pre-pregnancy checklist for your 'training trimester' that will help you fine-tune your diet, build up your nutrient stores, and shape up your body
• a total nutrition strategy for pregnancy that includes a 14-day meal plan and over 75 fast and easy recipes developed and Tested Till Perfect by The Canadian Living Test Kitchen
• essential facts on what's happening to you and your baby during each trimester
• strategies for managing pregnancy discomforts and disorders
• a safe exercise program for pregnancy
• an after-pregnancy nutrition plan for moms and babies who breastfeed
• a nutrition plan for formula-fed babies
• guidance on introducing your baby to solid foods
• nutrition strategies for getting your figure back

Leslie Beck, RD, a registered dietician, is a leading Canadian nutritionist and the bestselling author of eleven nutrition books. She is the national director of nutrition at Body Science Centers.

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