Pregnancy miracle

Foods that pregnant women must avoid for better health 1. Must avoid foods during pregnancy Pregnancy is a time of immense joy but comes with its own share of responsibilities. For instance, when it comes to food, one needs to be extra cautious. The diet a mother consumes during pregnancy can impact her well-being and her unborn child's health. While a balanced diet is key, there are certain foods that pregnant women should avoid to have a safe and healthy journey to motherhood. 2. Fruit Juices and Smoothies While fruit juices can be a good source of vitamins, it is important to select pasteurized options with no added sugars. Freshly squeezed juices from market stalls may comprise harmful bacteria, potentially causing infections. Smoothies, too, can lead to risk if they contain unpasteurized juice. It is advisable to inquire about the ingredients, especially when dining out. 3. Processed Foods Highly processed foods may be convenient, but they often lack important nutrients needed...

  Tips for planning a pregnancy Stopping smoking, cutting out alcohol, and keeping to a healthy weight are some tips to improve your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy. You can improve your chances of getting pregnant and having a healthy pregnancy by following steps. 1) Take folic acid supplements: It is recommended that you take a 400 microgram supplement of folic acid every day before you get pregnant, and every day afterwards for up to 12 weeks of pregnancy. Folic acid reduces the risk of your baby having a neural tube defect (spinal cord defect). You need to take a 5 mg supplement of folic acid if: Your previous baby had a neural tube defect You have diabetes If you are on anti-epilepsy medicine 2) Stop smoking: Smoking during pregnancy can cause: Premature birth Low birth weight in baby Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), also known as cot death Miscarriage 3) Cut out alcohol:   Do not drink alcohol if you’re pregnant or trying to get pregnant. A...

  Being pregnant means your body is going through a lot of changes, physical, hormonal and emotional. Though you might also have cravings throughout your pregnancy, some things are best avoided. You’ve probably heard you can’t eat sushi or rare steak, but a lot of people don’t know why we’re told to avoid these foods. Foods to avoid when you’re pregnant 1. Raw or uncooked seafood like Sushi Why : Dr Bonza explains that you can have a risk of being infected with food-borne illnesses like Listeria, Salmonella, and Vibrio cholerae. This can cause infection in pregnancy and lead to miscarriage, early delivery, or infection. 2. Soft cheeses and unpasteurized milk  (e.g. feta, blue-veined cheeses) Why : They can contain Listeria may cross the placenta, and cause listeriosis that affects the growing baby. Those who are pregnant have a higher risk of serious problems because of listeriosis. Listeriosis is a rare infection caused by bacteria called listeria. It usually goes away on its...

  A healthy pregnancy diet includes good amounts of folic acid, DHA, calcium, and more Getting good nutrition is always important. But when you’re pregnant, what you eat affects more than your own health. Good food choices also can encourage healthy fetal development. And other foods and beverages could pose serious risks. It can be a lot to think about. Eat this. Avoid that. Don’t diet. But try to keep your weight gain managed. And all the while dealing with pregnancy’s various effects on your body. We get it. It’s not easy. Even still, a healthy pregnancy diet is important. Because it can keep you nourished and, again, promote healthy fetal development. So, knowing what healthy pregnancy nutrition looks like is important. “Certain nutrients are so essential during pregnancy that we recommend everyone take a daily prenatal vitamin to ensure you get some critical vitamins and minerals,” says nurse midwife Tamara Noy, MSN, CNM. “But prenatal alone aren’t enough. Just ...