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We all know how important a well-balanced diet is for us but we can’t stress enough how much more vital it is to take care of yourself that tad bit more during your pregnancy. You are now eating for two so you need to eat enough to keep both of you healthy.
Always eat breakfast. In fact, never miss a meal during your pregnancy. You may feel nauseated if you don’t eat in the morning. That is your body’s way of telling you to eat because your baby takes your nourishments.
Take all the good foods that you can. Have 4 to 6 servings of dairy during the day including milk, yogurt and cheese. These are important because they provide the baby with calcium which helps to grow healthy bones.
Fruit and vegetables are probably one of the most important things you can eat during your pregnancy. Think of alternative ways of replacing snacks with fruits and vegetables, especially the ones that are green in color. These will make sure that you have extra energy to have as normal days as possible during the pregnancy.
It is also important to avoid foods that are not good for the pregnancy. Stay away from raw or undercooked eggs, fish that is high in mercury such as swordfish, unpasteurised products, caffeine and undercooked meat.
In case you are unsure of any food, simply call up your doctor or midwife and ask them for a list of foods to avoid during your pregnancy. They will always have pamphlets at hand to send to you.
Make sure to drink plenty of fluids to keep your body well hydrated.
Being pregnant doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy your favourite fun foods! Feel free to treat yourself from time to time. Go out for a nice meal with your significant other, have lots of ice cream, fruit juices and smoothies!
Who knows, you may actually like this so much that you stick to eating and drinking healthier options after the pregnancy!
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January 6th, 2010 at 9:49 am
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