It’s a family affair Vegan New Parents’ Guide Viva!’s Vegan New Parents’ Guide is a must-have resource for all new parents and caregivers of children aged 0-2. This comprehensive guide walks you through every nutrient you and your child will need from pre-pregnancy to toddler. It covers the practicalities of breastfeeding and explores the safety of soya for babies; introduces baby-led weaning and suggests feeding patterns from eight or nine months on – plus some all-important survival tips! So, what other help can you expect? NUTRITION PRE AND POST PREGNANCY A balanced vegan diet provides all the nutrients needed for a healthy pregnancy. It is the most natural, healthful diet and perfect for nurturing your unborn child. During pregnancy, however, it is important to be aware that your daily nutrient requirements will increase. Iron, folic acid, thiamine, niacin, riboflavin, as well as vitamins A, C and D, calcium and protein, are all needed in greater quantities. This guide provides you with the dietary guidance to help ensure you meet this increased demand before, during and after pregnancy. BREASTFEEDING AND FORMULA Breastfeeding is certainly the most natural form of nutrition during your infant’s first year of life. Breastmilk is truly miraculous – the perfect baby food which not only contains every nutrient needed but also antibodies that bolster the baby’s immune system. Vegan New Parents’ Guide contains helpful information on the practicalities of beginning breastfeeding but we do understand that for various reasons you may need to bottle feed your baby. Choosing the right feed will naturally be important so learn more about formula feed options for your little one.
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WEANING In recent years, baby-led weaning (BLW) has grown in popularity. Whether you decide this is the right choice for your baby, or whether you choose to follow the more traditional route of weaning your baby using purées, this guide has you covered with useful advice and great first recipes. AGE-SPECIFIC FEEDING PATTERNS We set out suggested feeding patterns for your little one, separated into categories from four to six months, from six to eight months and from eight or nine months on. Remove the guesswork and feel confident preparing food for your young child(ren), knowing that the meals you’re providing are nutrient-dense and will set them up for a great start in life. RECIPES FOR TODDLERS (AND YOU!) Last but certainly not least, we have more than 30 pages of easy-to-prepare and delicious toddler recipes for you and your little ones to enjoy! There is also a two-week toddler menu of lunches and dinners – what more could you ask for? And once they’re a little older – check out our followon guide Healthy Vegan Kids (see adjoining page) to learn more about helping them to thrive! We also have new online resources available at viva.org.uk/children.
Order our new Vegan New Parents’ Guide to learn all you need to know about having a fabulous, healthy pregnancy and vivacious, robust baby! Go to vivashop.org.uk/ products/the-vegan-newparents-guide or call 0117 944 1000 (9-5, Mon-Fri).
