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Mother's Diet

A mother’s diet refers to the dietary planning and nutritional intake of women before, during, and after pregnancy. What a woman eats affects every stage of pregnancy from preconception, to conception, and even after delivery. If a mother’s diet is poor, it may be difficult for her to conceive in the first place. After conception, a mother’s diet can determine whether she carries her baby to term or has a preterm birth or miscarriage. After delivery, a mother’s diet affects how much milk she produces for her baby. A mother’s diet should be a balanced diet of manageable portions. Eating smaller, more frequent meals (perhaps even up to four per day) instead of larger portions is recommended in order to avoid digestive problems. A proper diet should include fiber-rich foods, vegetables, and fruits with a minimal amount of starch and carbohydrates. Avoid processed foods as much as possible. Drink enough water, which is important for maintaining the vital organs. Engage in light physical exercise to help boost the metabolic rate and increase the absorption of nutrients.

July 14, 2018September 25, 2018

Maternity

What Not to Eat during Pregnancy

Both what to eat and what not to eat during pregnancy are valid concerns for pregnant women. The delivery of a healthy baby depends on the mother’s nutrition during pregnancy. The growth and development of the fetus is critical and should be treated with care and precaution. However, managing the

Parenting Studies Made Ridiculously Understandable

Maternity/Research Findings

The Effects of Vitamin B12 Deficiency on Breastfeeding Women and Their Children

It is important to supplement the maternal diet with certain vitamins, such as vitamin B12, during pregnancy and lactation. But in some areas, especially in underdeveloped countries, vitamin supplements are not available,

Eggs’ intake in the maternal diet is safe for children

Don’t Be Afraid to Eat Eggs While Breastfeeding!

The rise in food allergies has become a major public health concern.

Can My Diet Harm My Unborn Baby?

Western societies are characterized by unhealthy diets and a high incidence of

Can My Diet Harm My Unborn Baby? Evidence of Infant Blood Pressure Programming by Maternal Nutrition during Pregnancy: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Intervention Study.

July 28, 2018April 5, 2020

Research Findings

Western societies are characterized by unhealthy diets and a high incidence of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. The most alarming thing is that these chronic diseases are affecting children, worsening what

What Not to Eat during Pregnancy

July 14, 2018September 25, 2018

Maternity

Both what to eat and what not to eat during pregnancy are valid concerns for pregnant women. The delivery of a healthy baby depends on the mother’s nutrition during pregnancy. The growth