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Article #125: Proper Nutrition During Pregnancy

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For expectant mothers pregnancy nutrition pregnancy nutrition guidelines is 1000 mg
is key to having a healthy baby. Proper per day for pregnant and lactating
nutrition throughout the pregnancy mothers. In order to achieve this level
ensures that the unborn baby is able to you need to drink at least four glasses
get all the nourishment needed to develop of milk. If you find you do not tolerate
and grow to full size. This does not milk due to nausea or intolerance you
mean mothers-to-be have a carte blanche could try eating yogurt or cheese, or
to eat everything in sight. even cottage cheese. Getting your calcium
Mothers who had pre-pregnancy nutritional each day is very important.
problems or were overweight should not During your pregnancy your eating habits
consider dieting during their pregnancy. might change. You may experience a short
Every effort should be made to follow period of nausea in the beginning of your
doctors orders for proper weight gain. pregnancy. Some women never have morning
The actual figures vary however the sickness at all. Many women have
average woman usually gains around twenty cravings for unusual foods. Eating
five to forty pounds during her pickles with ice cream is generally okay
pregnancy. There are essential nutrients once in a while, but keep in mind your
every expectant mother should add to overall pregnancy nutrition plan and know
their daily intake. that everything you eat does have an
Folic acid and iron are the most impact on your health and that of your
important vitamins needed for proper baby.
pregnancy nutrition. Expectant mothers Naturally, you want to avoid:
should take 400 mg a day of Folic Acid, - Caffeine
which helps prevent spina bifida and - Alcohol
other brain damage from developing in the - Artificial sweeteners
growing fetus. There are natural sources - High amounts of sodium
of folic acid in some foods, like leafy - Un-pasteurized milk products such as
green vegetables, nuts, beans and some eggnog
breakfast cereals. In addition, to Proper pregnancy nutrition will make a
prevent anemia it is a good idea for you big difference in the birth weight and
while planning your pregnancy nutrition overall health of your newborn. Eating
to keep iron-rich foods in mind such as: healthy foods starts your baby off on the
- Lean red meats right track.
- Fish As always, if you have any concerns you
- Chicken or turkey should always ask your doctor about any
- Whole grain breads nutritional advice. They are there to
Your baby also needs calcium to build guide you through your pregnancy and will
strong bones. The U. S. Recommended gladly refer you to a registered
Daily Allowance for Calcium for expectant dietician who can help you determine a
mothers who wish to follow proper plan that is just right for you.






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