Did you know that pregnant women should avoid black licorice, as it can cause preterm labor when consumed in excess? What to Eat Before, During, and After Pregnancy, by maternal nutrition expert Judith Brown, provides the latest research, practical advice, and guidance on daily dietary allowances, vitamins and supplements, and nutritional aids for dealing with common problems during pregnancy. You will also find new recommendations for the right amount of weight gain and exercising during pregnancy as well as strategies for losing weight after pregnancy and ways to keep it off.