A Doula Is Helping a 13-Year-Old Client at 12 Weeks

A doula is helping a 13-year-old client at 12 weeks' gestation consider her nutritional status. When working with an adolescent client, which of the following interventions is the most effective?

A) Encourage the client to consume least 2,000 calories per day from food intake.
B) Allow the client to reject traditional foods, and respect her decisions.
C) Advise the client to prepare nutritious snacks for the next day before going to bed.
D) Work exclusively with the client, not with her family members or guardians, during dietary planning.