Healthy Eating For Healthy Pregnancy and Baby

According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), a pregnant mother needs a more healthy diet that is rich in calcium, iron, calcium, folic acid and protein than a woman who is not pregnant. Diet plays an important role in a healthy pregnancy and delivering a healthy & happy baby. A nutritious diet is very helpful in averting the risk of neural tube defects and ensures the proper development of the child's brain and spinal cord.

Apart from supplements prescribed by doctors, a woman must consume leafy green vegetables, fortified/enriched cereals, beans, citrus fruits, etc to ensure a daily intake of prescribed folic acid of at least 600 micrograms. For the calcium consumption for baby’s healthy bones and teeth, enough consumption of dairy products like milk, yoghurt, cheese and calcium-fortified juices and foods is suggested. In the absence of calcium-rich food, the baby tends to draw calcium from the mother's body which weakens the mother’s health, so proper intake of calcium is very important for mother as well as the baby. Similarly, 27 milligrams of iron is needed per day by the pregnant woman, this is just the double of the amount recommended for the lady who is not expecting. Meat, Fish, Raisins, Dried beans & peas and iron-fortified cereal meet the need for iron. Protein- a builder nutrient must also be a component of a diet of pregnant women.

During pregnancy, eating healthy and taking proper rest must be the only goal. However, we can not expect a pregnant woman who is already going facing hormonal, emotional and physical changes, to take care of her diet and daily routine. To ensure proper prenatal nutrition, a cook or a caregiver must be hired who can cook healthy and tasty dishes and serve fruits, vegetables, and dairy products on time. A trained cook with prior experience in taking charge of a pregnant lady can cook delectable & healthy cuisines and serve the daily recommended amount of protein, iron, calcium, etc through different sources.

Especially, in the ongoing pandemic of Covid-19, one must hire a cook who can provide fresh, nutritious and home-made food. A pregnant woman may crave for different tastes so a cook must be available at home to prepare and serve the taste buds of the expecting mother. Apart from that, a cook may take upon additional responsibilities to ensure proper and enough rest to the mother.

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