Having a healthy baby is up to you. What you eat is important to your baby and to your health. In pregnancy, you will probably need 300 or more calories per day than when you are not pregnant. Each day, try to eat the amount of portions listed here for each food group. In addition, reduce salt and caffeine. Limit the amount of sweets and high in nutritious foods. Do not smoke or drink alcohol.

Important: See a health care provider according to the frequency of the request. If you have any questions, be sure to ask them.

Fruits

2 cups

Example of 1 cup parts:

1 medium sized apple

1 medium sized orange

1 medium sized banana

1 cup sliced ​​fruit

1 cup 100% fruit juice (pasteurized)

1/2 cup dried fruit

Vegetables

2-1 / 2 to 3 cups

Example of 1 part:

2 cups raw and green leaves

1 cup raw or cooked and sliced ​​vegetables

1 cup 100% vegetable juice (pasteurized)

Grains and Cereals

6 to 8 ounces

Example of 1 ounce part:

1 slice of bread

1/2 cup cooked rice

1/2 cup cooked cereal

1/2 cup pasta

1 ounce cold cereal

Fats and Oils

6 to 8 teaspoons

Dairy Products **

3 cups

Example of 1 cup parts:

1 cup milk

1 cup yogurt

1-1 / 2 ounces of natural cheese

2 ounces of processed cheese

Protein **

5 to 6-1 / 2 ounces

Example of 1 ounce part:

1 egg

1 ounce of lean meat, chicken or fish

1/4 tsang lutong patani

1 tablespoon peanut butter

1/2 ounce of peanuts

Liquids

8 or more 8 ounce glasses

Examples:

Water

Diluted juices, cranberry Apples, grapefruit, cranberries

Mineral water

Clear soups, broth

* Note: Select whole grains as much as possible.

** Note: Try to choose low-fat options; avoid soft cheeses and not pasteurized milk.

** Notes: Avoid raw or undercooked foods, eggs, seafood, fish and shellfish. Some types of fish, such as sharks, swordfish and king mackerel, should not be eaten during pregnancy. Avoid hot dogs, luncheon meat and cold cuts unless steamed before serving. Ask your healthcare provider for options.

Pre-birth supplements

A prenatal supplement is a pill that is taken daily during pregnancy. It helps to ensure that you are getting the right amount of nutrients that are important to your baby. Ask your healthcare provider to help you choose the best one for you. Essential nutrients during pregnancy include:

Folic acid. It is best to start taking this supplement 1 month before you start trying to conceive. Folic acid helps prevent some problems in your baby. During pregnancy, you need to take 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid per day for the first 2 to 3 months after contraception and then 600 mcg is needed for the growing fetus and placenta.

Iron, calcium and vitamin DIkaw may be advised to take these supplements during pregnancy. They help you and your baby stay healthy. Be sure to drink them at different times as calcium makes it difficult for the body to absorb the iron. Drinking iron along with grapefruit juice will help increase its absorption.