Care During Pregnancy and Lactation

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Care During Pregnancy and Lactation

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Although good nutrition throughout one’s life is important, for a woman it becomes a cause for more concern when she is pregnant and later when she is lactating. The body undergoes several changes during these two phases of life and thus the nutritional requirements also increase during these periods.

Tips for healthy pregnancy and successful lactation period thereafter:
  • If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, visit your doctor. Your doctor may prescribe a few prenatal vitamins (like folic acid) and minerals (like iron and calcium). Do not miss your prenatal appointments.
  • For women who suffer from nausea and vomiting during the first few months of pregnancy-eating small frequent meals, avoiding fluids along with meals, and eating dry toast or ginger based biscuits first thing in the morning may help. Take special care of your diet during pregnancy.
  • Avoid smoking, alcohol and too much caffeine (not more than two cups of coffee/day).
  • Do not take any over the counter or herbal medications without asking your doctor.
  • Eat a well-balanced diet which includes whole grains, pulses/legumes, fresh fruits and vegetables, milk and milk products, nuts and plenty of water.
  • Avoid binging on junk food, sweets and fried foods-these provide little else than calories and could lead to excessive weight gain during/after pregnancy. Remember, what you eat and drink can affect both you and your baby. Lactating mother’s diet directly impacts the mother as well as the baby.
  • Moderate exercise* (like walking, yoga) during and after pregnancy can help you sleep better, reduce stress and keep you in better shape during and after delivery.
  • Get plenty of rest and enjoy these phases in your life.

*Speak to your doctor before starting on any exercise regimen.

Sweta Uchil-Purohit

Online Indian Dietitian


2 Comments

Shwetha HS

July 5, 2020at 2:05 pm

Hello, This is Shwetha .. We are planning for a baby now, I would like to have a dietitian throught my journey of pregnancy for a healthy baby and to keep myself healthy and fit as well.

    admin

    July 6, 2020at 9:03 am

    Hi Shwetha,
    Have emailed you the details.

    Warm Regards,
    Sweta Uchil
    Indian Dietitian Online

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