FREE - Nutrition Workshop for Pregnant & Nursing Women November 13, 2008

Healthy Eating and Nutrition for Pregnant & Nursing Women

Speaker: Gretchen Flanagan**, RD, CDE, Registered Dietitian

Eating healthy, nutritious foods during pregnancy is one of the best things you can do for yourself and your baby. After all, your baby's only source of nutrition is from the food you eat. Come attend a free workshop taught by a prenatal dietitian and learn what the "Top 10 Power Foods" are that will support your baby's growth and development. You will learn about the reasons for choosing organic foods, the nutrients that need your special attention, facts about fish and seafood, and what foods to avoid during pregnancy. You will even be provided some easy and delicious recipes to help you get started on a healthy, wholesome, and natural motherhood.

All participants will receive essential information on pregnancy nutrition. You will also receive wonderful recipes + recipe tin, a reusable shopping bag, and sample delicious food prepared by Whole Foods’ chef.

The class is FREE and is held at Whole Foods in Redwood City. (1250 Jefferson Avenue, Redwood City (at the corner of El Camino & Jefferson Avenue)
Register and questions, please contact info@petitevillage.com

Date & Time: November 13, 2008 at 6:00pm (1 hour workshop)

This workshop is sponsored by Petite Village* and Whole Foods Market.

*Petite Village is a social networking community for new and expectant mothers. Our goal is bring new moms together to share their experiences and learn from each other about the wonders and challenges of motherhood. We discuss and present information on nutrition, health & wellness, safety, and baby essentials. We not only offer resources online but also classes in your community on topics ranging from pregnancy nutrition to car seat safety for your baby. For more information, please contact info@petitevillage.com

** Gretchen Flanagan is a registered pediatric and prenatal dietitian specializing in the treatment of childhood obesity and diabetes. She has been in practice for over 20 years and is currently at Packard Children’s Hospital at Stanford. She also has a private practice in Menlo Park.