New mom! welcome to this whole new world. Here are 10 quick tips to help you and your baby throughout pregnancy stay healthy,\u00a0 happy, and saner.<\/p>\n
Tip 1\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Eating whole, healthy foods and plenty of protein. This will help boost your sugar and energy level.\u00a0During pregnancy, it is important to maintain a very healthy diet because your body needs additional nutrients, vitamins and minerals. A diet lacking in key nutrients may negatively affect your baby\u2019s development. Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tip\u00a0 2\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Keep yourself hydrated. Plain water is great.\u00a0During pregnancy, blood volume increases by up to 1.5 litres or about 50 ounces. Therefore, it\u2019s important to stay properly hydrated. Your fetus usually gets everything it needs, but if you don\u2019t watch your water intake, you may become dehydrated. Drinking water is important as your blood volume increases during pregnancy. Adequate hydration may also help prevent constipation and urinary tract infections. Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tip 3<\/strong><\/p>\n Get plenty of rest, Take breaks as frequently as you can.<\/p>\n Tip 4<\/strong><\/p>\n Stay confident in your body! Look for positive information about birth and pregnancy, also stay stylish and classy.<\/p>\n Tip 5<\/strong><\/p>\n Always stay in close touch with a midwife, nurse or doctor.<\/p>\n Tip 6<\/strong><\/p>\n Never be too shy of asking questions, ask when necessary.<\/p>\n Tip 7<\/strong><\/p>\n Learn to care as much as you can on the baby growing inside of you.\u00a0Pregnancy care consists of two stages; prenatal (before birth) and postpartum (after birth) healthcare for expectant mothers. Both of these stages involves treatments and sometimes training to ensure a healthy pre-pregnancy, pregnancy, labour and delivery for the mom and baby. Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tip 8<\/strong><\/p>\n Exercise regularly. This is part of a healthy lifestyle and is recommended for most pregnant women with uncomplicated pregnancies. It is important to review all medications, whether prescription or over-the-counter (OTC), with your health-care professional if you are planning to become pregnant. Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\n Tip 9<\/strong><\/p>\n Limit caffeine and avoid alcohol.<\/p>\n Tip 10\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n Take folic acid daily.\u00a0Folic acid is a pregnancy superhero! Taking a prenatal vitamin with the recommended 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid before and during pregnancy can help prevent birth defects of your baby\u2019s brain and spinal cord. Take it every day and go ahead and have a bowl of fortified cereal, too. Read more<\/a>.<\/p>\nReferences<\/strong><\/h2>\n