Child Care - in Asian cultures

This book discusses the importance of pre-pregnancy health and nutrition; pregnancy nutrition- needs in different trimesters, and the importance of a balanced diet for weight gain. The experiences of World War II in Russia and Holland during food shortage on fetal growth highlight the importance of pre-pregnancy nutrition. The discussion warns- against Alcohol intake, Smoking, and suggests a very limited intake of Caffeine during pregnancy-lactation. The above knowledge in the book will guide every one caring for the pregnant-lactating women and their offsprings, i.e. parents, pediatricians, obstetricians, child caregivers, nursing, home science students and school teachers.