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"A fabulous resource for moms-to-be! In this comprehensive guide to nutrition and health during pregnancy, Ward provides solid, research-based answers to women's most frequently asked questions about diet, exercise, weight gain, and supplements and offers specific advice that's easy to incorporate into your daily routine.'' -Joy Bauer, M.S., R.D., bestselling author of Joy's Life Diet and nutrition/health expert for the Today Show "Ward and the ADA serve up practical, easy-to-use advice that is sure to help inform and inspire new and expectant moms." -Laura A. Jana, M.D., coauthor of Food Fights and Heading Home with Your Newborn "Any woman who is even thinking about getting pregnant for the first or third time needs to read this excellent and timely book. Ward has done a fabulous job compiling the most recent scientific evidence about pregnancy and translating it into a fun, easy-to-read book with quick, nutritious, and delicious recipes." -Kathleen M. Zelman, M.P.H, R.D., Director of Nutrition, WebMD "This book shares a wealth of information that takes into account all the different ways a pregnant woman and new mother lives her life. It might be the only book on prenatal nutrition you'll ever need." -Peg Moline, Editor in Chief, Fit Pregnancy magazine Are you thinking of having a baby? Perhaps you're pregnant or nursing a newborn. Whatever the case, Expect the Best shows you how a healthy lifestyle from preconception to postdelivery will help you to have the brightest, healthiest child possible. You'll find dozens of useful, easy-to-follow tips for healthy eating and physical activity, including: Why you (and your partner) should achieve a healthy weight before trying for a baby, and how good nutrition helps maximize fertility in women and men Trimester-by-trimester advice about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy Safe postpregnancy weight loss, and the best eating plan for nursing moms How diet can help you handle conditions such as gestational diabetes and morning sickness 50 delicious, nutritious, and easy recipes your entire family will love

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 5.0 based on 15 reviews)

Every pregnant woman should own this book! by Maryann T. Jacobsen

5 Stars
March 12, 2010
The American Dietetic Association teams up with one of the most respected dietitians around, Elizabeth Ward, and brings women the most credible book on pregnancy nutrition. This book covers it all. What to eat before, during and after pregnancy, motherly wisdom from moms who've been there, how to find a prenatal vitamin, how much caffeine to drink (or not), whether or not artificial sweeteners are safe, how much and types of fish to eat, specific nutrients that are needed, meal plans and more. This book even helps moms-to-be figure out how much fun food (aka sweets) to include along with specific nutritional needs for each trimester and during breastfeeding. There are chapters dedicated to food safety, infertility and recipes. All I can say is I wish this book was around when I was trying to get pregnant. As a dietitian, I wholeheartedly believe that raising healthy eaters starts when a couple first thinks about becoming pregnant. This book should be on the bookshelf of every woman wanting a child or that is already pregnant. I will continue to recommend it to everyone I know.

Another good book for foodies that are pregnant by Plan B (Tucson, AZ USA)

5 Stars
February 06, 2010
I have heard feedback from patients that really like the recipes in this book and that they are not too hard or time consuming to make since you really don't have time as a mom. There are many books out there for diet in pregnancy and this is good one to add, but there are some misconceptions out there that you are eating for two or that you need to gain a certain amount of weight during pregnancy. Just like your baby your pregnancy is different and your weight gain is going to vary based on genetics, diet, and exercise. Another great book that looks into pregnancy myths and also has an entire chapter on dietary myths in pregnancy is Hands Off My Belly: The Pregnant Woman's Survival Guide to Myths, Mothers, and Moods Again, there are many pregnancy food books out there and most of which are written by dietitians and occasional a nurse or physician. The best thing you can do is read, read, and read more and you will have a healthy and happy pregnancy. I would consider this book a necessity for the pregnant and breast-feeding kitchen

A Great Gift for Friends Who Are Expecting!! by S. Doucette (Boston, MA)

5 Stars
January 20, 2010
As a dietitian, friends are constantly asking my opinion on how best to eat when they are pregnant or trying to get pregnant. This book has become my new favorite gift to give to soon-to-be Moms! It is a great resource for all women-even those who aren't planning to have children in the immediate future. Expect The Best is interesting, informative and the perfect gift!

The Best Current Diet & Excercise Compendium by Lexi Walters

5 Stars
January 14, 2010
Finally, a book that details (without jargon! without guilt!) precisely what and how moms-to-be and new mom should eat. As an editor at [...], I found this to be the best current compendium of all things pre- and postnatal diet and exercise. Women should pick this up for the super-current nutrition advice, and keep it long after pregnancy for the fabulous recipes.

A must-have resource for everyone! by Alisa Bess Bernath

5 Stars
January 08, 2010
As a registered dietitian and an expectant mother myself, I loved Elizabeth's book! The information is presented in a very clear, concise, and usable way that is perfect for every parent and parent-to-be. As a first time mother, I have purchased a LOT of books, but this is by far my favorite because it really focuses on all aspects of pregnancy - before, during and after! I like all of the lists and tables in the book, and I love all of the recipes! I have truly found this book to be an invaluable resource, and recommend it to all of my friends, family, and clients.

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