Binding: Paperback
Description: Making good nutritional choices can mean women optimise the outcomes of their birthing experience and offer their babies the best possible start in life. To support this all health professionals who work with women during pregnancy birth and the postnatal period need to have an appropriate knowledge of nutrition healthy eating and other food related issues. This evidence - based text provides an informative and accessible introduction to nutrition in pregnancy and childbirth. As well as allowing readers to recognise when nutritional deficiency may be creating challenges it explores the psychosocial and cultural context of food and considers their relevance for women's eating behaviour. Finally important emerging issues such as eating during labour food supplements and maternal obesity are discussed. An important reference for health professionals working in midwifery or public health contexts especially this book is also the ideal companion for a course on nutrition in pregnancy and childbirth.
Title: Nutrition In Pregnancy And Childbirth Food For Thought
Brand: Taylor & Francis Ltd
Barcode: 9780415536066
Pages: 232 Pages, 29 Tables, Black And White; 5 Line Drawings, Black And White
Publication Date: 12/5/2013
Category: Sports & Outdoor Recreation