Does this sound familiar to you?
I want to stay healthy, but people are telling me to eat more.
Or, I do not know. I am just going to eat what I like.
Top 10 questions About Eating During Pregnancy
10. When is the right time for me to eat extra calories: is it during the first trimester or after that?
1,800 calories per day in the first trimester,
2,200 calories per day in the second trimester
2,400 calories per day during the third trimester.
9. Is pregorexia common among pregnant women?
It is a condition, where a woman practices extreme dieting and constantly exercising.
This can lead to malnutrition and it can also put risks to the baby in the form of retardation, low-birth weight, as well as birth defects.
8. Is it normal to experience nausea in the first trimester?
It is caused by the increase of hormone levels during the first few weeks of pregnancy.
7. Are artificial sweeteners safe during pregnancy?
Artificial sweeteners that are safe during pregnancy are stevia, aspartame and sucralose.
Saccharin and cyclamate should be avoided.
6. Is eating for two a real thing? Should I double up my portion, in order to get sufficient nutrients for both me and my baby? Can being too full hurt the baby?
If you double your food portion, you will end up consuming excessive calories.
This will not help with your weight control.
5. Do all pregnant women experience food cravings? How do I manage my food cravings?
Food cravings are common in pregnancy and they tend to peak during the second trimester.
You can consume food that you crave as long as it is not something harmful.
Do remember to eat in moderation and consider healthy alternatives.
4. How much caffeine consumption is allowed during pregnancy?
Caffeine intake should be limited to 200 micrograms per day.
A general rule is not more than a cup of coffee or tea a day.
Caffeine can also be found in soft drinks and energy drinks.
3. Is it fine to be on a diet during pregnancy like practising intermittent fasting?
For long intermittent fasting during pregnancy, it may lead to low birth-weight babies.
2. Can I eat seafood during pregnancy?
Seafood like fish and shellfish are a good source of protein, iron and zinc.
Fish is also a rich resource of DHA, which promotes baby’s brain development.
Stay away from large predatory fish like sharks, swordfish, king mackerel and tilefish – as they can contain high levels of mercury.
Safer choices are salmon, anchovies, sardines, canned tuna, shrimps, tilapia and pacific mackerel. Make sure that you cook your seafood thoroughly and avoid eating raw seafood.
Yes, crabs are safe to consume, too as they are cooked.
1. What are the supplements that pregnant women should take during pregnancy?
400mg Folic Acid | prevents neural tube defect
Vitamin D regulate calcium & phosphate
Iron | Prevent Anaemia
Calcium | Baby’s bones & teeth
Stay healthy by eating a balanced diet and make sure you are getting plenty of water and sleep.
We wish you a happy and safe pregnancy with a healthy and joyous baby.
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