Boost calorie intake, avoid hydrogenated fats, carefully read food labels—the list of dietary dos and don’ts is seemingly endless for new moms. Isn’t giving birth complicated enough? How can a rookie parent keep track of it all? This video provides clear, down-to-earth guidance for pregnant and nursing women as they endeavor to eat right for two. Viewers learn basic food-group facts tailored to maternity; a range of food safety precautions, from smart hand-washing methods to the best ways to avoid Listeria and Toxoplasma; the benefits of calcium, vitamin D, folic acid, and omega-3 fatty acids; the biological and psychological advantages of breast-feeding; and more. Real-world tips from a veteran mom and a registered dietician enhance the program’s reassuring, commonsense approach. A viewable/printable instructor’s guide is available online. (26 minutes)
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