A Healthy Pregnancy
By by Sarah Mosskoff
If you're planning to become pregnant or are already expecting, you know you need to prepare your body for a wholesome pregnancy and a very good child. When expecting, the toll on your body will require better nutrition, some vitamin supplements, and a normal exercise program for a good childbirth.
Whether you're in the planning stage or are now expecting, the same rule of thumb applies. If you have concerns about fertility or issues with becoming expecting a baby, then you'll do well to begin these good improvements at least 2 - 3 days prior to becoming pregnant. Eating right and going to the gym play are vital in promoting overall health mandatory for a very good child birth.
It is my advice to stay away from caffeine, sugar and alcohol because they may impact fertility. Your medical doctor may suggest you restrict or eliminate consumption of both.
On the contrary, here are some foods, vitamins, and supplements which may increase fertility by providing nutrients, allowing your body to be in optimum form for conception.
Bee pollen or royal jelly are both nutrient intensive foods which promote a fertile state. Zinc supplements contribute significantly to healthy reproductive organs. Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc and can so make a decent healthy snack. Vitamins A and C are also important for both you and your little darling. Folic acid is a must-have supplement when expecting. Quite a few women are low in folic acid, which has been implicated in neural tube abnormalities such as spina bifida.
A word of caution on vitamin E (you should speak with
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your general practitioner before beginning Vitamin E supplementation). If you have high blood pressure, or have been prescribed a blood thinner, approach your general practitioner before using this vitamin.
Another supplement you'll want to discuss with your general practitioner are digestive enzymes, which ensure that your body makes optimal use of the supplements you're already taking.
Don't skimp on protein or calories, but try to gain weight slowly. This won't be a problem if you truly eat a wholesome diet.
Food choices for a good include both fish, lean meats, liver, and lots and lots of fruits and vegetables, especially those green leafy ones, generally high in vitamin E. If you can afford them, try sticking to organically grown produce - you and your little one don't need the pesticides!
A general rule of thumb for a very good having a baby demands that you eat minimally two cups each of fruits and vegetables, about six ounces of lean protein in a variety of protein rich foods, including eggs and legumes and three servings of dairy products - such as milk, cottage cheese, yogurt or cheese - daily.
This is an important period in your creation of god and that of your babe. Go to the library and determine one of the a mass of worthwhile child birth videos on nutrition and a very good child birth. You and your infant will be grateful!
Sarah Mosskoff received her masters degree in early childhood education and is the mommie of two offspring.
Sarah Mosskoff received her masters degree in early childhood education and is the mommie of two offspring.
