Gestational Diabetes Cookbook for the Newly Diagnosed - by Ranelle Kirchner (Paperback)

About the Book

"A gestational diabete mellitus (GDM) deagnosis can be worrying, but with a little guidance, you can learn how to take care of yourself and your baby. Packed full of information and easy recipes, this cookbook gives you the tools to manage blood sugar, prepare nourishing meals, and have a happy, healthy pregnancy."--

Book Synopsis

Manage your gestational diabetes with confidence

A gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) diagnosis can be worrying, but, with a little guidance, it's simple to care for yourself and your baby. Packed full of information and easy recipes, this health-focused cookbook gives you the tools you need to manage blood sugar, prepare nourishing meals, and have a happy, healthy pregnancy.

What sets this book apart from other gestational diabetes cookbooks:

• Gestational diabetes basics--Clear up any concerns you might have about your diagnosis with a straightforward guide that explains causes, symptoms, nutritional needs, and treatment options.
• Complete meal plans--Jump into your new GDM-friendly diet with four weeks of shoppings lists and menus designed to help you get started.
• 65 simple recipes--Discover quick and convenient meals that are good for you and your baby, taste great, and don't take a lot of effort to prepare.

Take charge of your GDM with this informative guide and cookbook.

Review Quotes

"Gestational Diabetes Cookbook for the Newly Diagnosed will be an invaluable guide, reference, and cookbook for those receiving a potentially scary diagnosis during pregnancy. Nourishing both in tone and content, Ranelle's recipes and super-organized, easy to execute meal plans lovingly attend to health while taking our taste buds on a globe-trotting adventure. Her expertise puts you at ease, and her recipes are always whole, healthy, accessible, and absolutely delicious." --Ranelle Kirchner, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES

"As a type 1 diabetic, I wish I'd had access to this book during my pregnancies. As a nurse practitioner specializing in Obgyn and family medicine providing care to pregnant patients, I find Ranelle's knowledge and guidance indispensable. I can't wait to try out some of these recipes!" --Christina Olson, CNP, WHNP, FNP

"Ranelle's cookbook is a must-have for a mom newly diagnosed with gestational diabetes! Ranelle's experience as a diabetes educator, teacher, and chef make her extremely qualified for this topic. She has done an incredible job of not only providing recipes and meal plans, but also explaining gestational diabetes in plain language, and providing resources for additional information. I have also conducted recipe testing for Ranelle, I know firsthand how delicious her recipes (and cooking) are! I highly recommend this book to any new mom who has been diagnosed with gestational diabetes!" --Amy Gelfand, MS, RDN, CDN, pediatric and neonatal dietitian

"This book is perfect for the mom who wants to fit managing gestational diabetes into her life, not forcing her life to fit into a strict management plan. Ranelle's recipes and meal plans are practical, realistic, and approachable, and will help mom and baby lead a healthy life during and after pregnancy." --Swetha Pradeep, PharmD, clinical pharmacist

About the Author

RANELLE KIRCHNER, MS, RD, LDN, CDCES, is a Le Cordon Bleu culinary graduate with a passion for health and wellness. She also owns and operates her own private nutrition practice, ChefRDN. Learn more at RanelleKirchner.com