Meet with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist for Help with Pregnancy Nutrition

Throughout the month, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is sharing tips to improve nutrition in recognition of National Nutrition Month. This week, it's all about support -- from an RDN, that is. An RDN, or Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, is a food and nutrition expert who translates the science of nutrition into personalized and practical solutions for a healthy lifestyle. An RDN has degrees in nutrition, dietetics, public health or a related field from a college or university, has completed an internship, passed an examination, and maintains continuing education.

Here's what EatRight has to say about finding and working with a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist:

• An RDN gives you personalized nutrition advice to meet your goals, including those specific to pregnancy and postpartum. 
• Find an RDN by talking to your doctor, midwife, or by visiting EatRight and clicking on "Find an Expert." 
• An RDN will work to understand your current lifestyle, including challenges and opportunities, in order to determine best practices for habit changes. 
• RDNs can meet you in a variety of settings, including virtually.
• Search for an RDN who has experience with pregnancy and postpartum nutrition, along with any other unique health requirements.
• An RDN helps you cut through the influx of confusing nutrition advice to create a sound and easy-to-follow tailored plan.  
• An RDN can help you manage chronic conditions with dietary changes, as well as teach you how to read food labels, and navigate allergies or sensitivities.

To learn more and find an RDN near you who can help you achieve your pregnancy nutrition goals, visit the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.