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Most couples plan their pregnancy in order
to ensure the birth of a healthy baby. Also, nowadays, couples are
concerned about their financial status and prefer to plan a pregnancy
when they know they are financially stable to not only go through a
healthy pregnancy, but also ensure proper education. They want to be
sure that they can give their child all the needs and fulfil the wants
of their little one.
In order to avoid accidental pregnancy most
couples go onto contraceptives and consult with a gynecologist as to
when they need to stop birth control measures in order to conceive when
they are ready. With such guidance the doctor also suggests certain
prenatal vitamins prior to conception to ensure that the body is
completely prepared for a new form to take shape in the womb.
Though there are vitamins available in the
market, yet most health care specialists suggest that expectant mothers
should consume their requirement in the natural form and so they suggest
a diet that contains all the nutrients for the healthy growth and
development of the fetus, as well as good health of the expectant
mother, which is a prime requirement.
Every one of the suggested prenatal vitamins and minerals are essential
for the mother-to-be and the being growing and developing within.
Sometimes due to aversions and cravings women tend to overlook the need
to maintain a daily prenatal food regime, thereby skipping the
consumption of the vitamins. Once in a way one can forget to take their
routine prescribed in-take, but continuing to do so over a period of
time can bring about some dangers to both the mother and child.
Essentially the foods that one consumes should contain folic acid,
vitamins and minerals as prescribed by the gynecologist and
obstetrician. The following are the various vitamins to take during
pregnancy:
• Vitamin C: This is important as it promotes tissue repair, healing of
wounds and the bone; and it increases the resistance of the body to
infections. It functions as an agent that binds the cells together of
the fetus.
• Vitamin D – This helps in general growth by regulating the appropriate
calcium and phosphorus; both of which are vital for the development of
healthy bones and teeth.
• B Vitamins (thiamine, vitamin B6, riboflavin, folic acid)
o Thiamine is an agent that converts the carbohydrates to energy in the
mother; which in turn is essential for the healthy brain development of
the fetus.
o Vitamin B6 is important for the development of the fetus’ brain and
nervous system.
o Riboflavin is important for the growth and development of the fetus’
bones, muscles and nervous system.
o Folic Acid – This is one of the B Vitamins, which is essential for the
production of red blood cells.
• Vitamin A – This is vital as it promotes the growth of cells, skin and
mucous membranes.
The foods one should avoid during pregnancy include soft cheese,
unpasteurized milk, caffeine and unwashed fruits and vegetables. And one
should compulsorily be aware of the prenatal vitamin rich foods.
Ideally, one should seek the guidance of a certified nutritionist in
order to be sure that through each trimester one is eating
appropriately.
Early pregnancy diet health supplements ensure that the expectant mother
is consuming all nutrients in the right balance. However, one should
avoid picking up the supplements off the counter and instead seek expert
guidance that one is taking the right one. Yet, no supplement can make
up for the natural sources of vitamins and other nutrients.
During pregnancy women go through various problems such as brittle
nails, excessive hair fall, dryness of hair and skin, or then very oily
skin. Gynecologists and obstetricians also consult expectant mothers on
prenatal vitamins and hair growth, which seems to be a major worry
amongst most women. While they are eager and excited about the birth
process, yet they are concerned about the various side effects of
pregnancy.
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1. www.isp.org.in - It helps in overall development of
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It's an extremely useful insight into parenting. |
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