Nutrition in Pregnancy and Childbirth : Food for Thought, Paperback by Davies...

Nutrition in Pregnancy and Childbirth : Food for Thought, Paperback by Davies, Lorna (EDT); Deery, Ruth (EDT), ISBN 0415536065, ISBN-13 9780415536066, Brand New, Free shipping in the USEditors Davies and Deery present this compilation on prenatal and perinatal nutrition for midwives, advising on physiological, psychological, and social aspects. Part I addresses the scientific rudiments of nutrition, including macronutrient requirements, micronutrients especially important during pregnancy, and nutritional considerations for breastfeeding mothers. Part II expands into sociological aspects, discussing the nourishing aspects of food beyond its chemical makeup, caring for pregnant women with eating disorders, ensuring proper nutrition in vegetarian and vegan diets, and how to talk to and support young women, with a focus on nutritional education and body image. Part III addresses contentious issues including the relevance of ecology and sustainability issues in the food system to pregnancy, baby-led feeding, eating during labor and birth, fatphobia, and the Health At Every Size movement. The final chapter reviews recommendations for nutritional assessment and counseling by midwives. Annotation ©2014 Ringgold, Inc., Portland, OR ()