The Pregnancy Weight Plan

by Melanie McGrice

The Pregnancy Weight Plan is your complete guide to maintaining a healthy weight leading up to, during and after pregnancy. Most women struggle with their weight during pregnancy. Hormone fluctuations, increased appetite and fatigue are just some of the pressures that make it difficult for women to stay within a healthy range. As a result, 74 per cent of women gain more weight than scientifically recommended, then struggle to lose it after having their babies. Leading Australian dietician and weight management expert, Melanie McGrice works with pregnant women and couples trying to conceive. In The Pregnancy Weight Plan, Melanie provides detailed information based on the latest research and her years of client experience. Included are: · Tips and tricks for boosting your fertility · Customised weight management plans for before, during and after pregnancy to maximise your and your baby's health · Advice on choosing the right foods for ultimate nutrition, and avoiding the wrong ones · Safe and sensible exercise programs for gym junkies and non-exercisers alike · Easy to follow 7-day meal plans · Healthy and simple 30-minute recipes the whole family can enjoy Reassuring, accessible and packed with expert advice, this is your guide to feeling healthier, fitter and stronger during this exciting period of your life.

262 pages, Paperback

First published August 1, 2013

About the author

Melanie McGrice is an Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian with a Masters degree in Dietetics. She is the director of Nutrition Plus, one of Australia's largest dietetic companies which provides dietary assessments and advice to people concerned about their health. Melanie received the illustrious 'Award of Excellence' from the Dietitian's Association of Australia in 2011. An experienced media spokesperson, Melanie is regularly interviewed for television news, current affairs and lifestyle programs, as well as radio and print media. She also writes regularly for magazines and is a public speaker for corporate companies, professional organisations and schools.

Reviews

[Jo · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic food and exercise advice

Wasn't able to find anything that covered diet (category, portions, recipes) and exercise (type, durations) specifics authored by a professional until I came across this. Covers changes across the 3 stages of pregnancy. Would be lost without it!

[Katherine · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really informative read on how to manage your weight during pregnancy. The sections that break down information about vitamins I found really helpful and well written. The recipes suggested in the book sound yummy and will be trying out some soon. The only thing I didn't like about the book was that it contained a few handy hints or quotes sections that seemed a little patronising and I felt the book would have been better without them.

[Alison · Rating 3 out of 5]

was really great to read about weightloss and pregnancy, once always worries about doing anything restrictive while pregnant. Good information and advice.