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Tips for Staying Healthy During Pregnancy

While it’s important to be health-conscious at any point in life, being pregnant can make it even more difficult. With the knowledge that your health is directly related to the health of your unborn child, and with food preparation and labor decisions on your mind, you may not know where to start when it comes to maintaining a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy.

Eating healthy and staying hydrated for two

One of the most important things a pregnant woman needs is proper nutrition. This means eating fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, lean proteins from poultry or fish, and full-fat dairy products. It is also important to limit processed foods, sweets, and sugary drinks. While you don’t have to eat ideally all the time- it’s OK to indulge every now and then! – strive for balance in your diet. When choosing what food sources to consume during pregnancy, it is essential to remember that not all fish are safe to eat. Fish that contain high levels of mercury should be avoided due to their potential health risks for both mother and child. However, fish types such as salmon, cod, and tilapia can be eaten up to two times per week due to their beneficial omega-fatty acids, which help with fetal brain and eye development. It is also important to stay hydrated while pregnant, so drink plenty of water and other non-caffeinated fluids throughout the day.

Choosing your labor doctor

If you’re pregnant, the chances are that a midwife or ob-gyn has already been chosen to help deliver your baby. However, it’s essential to look into the background and qualifications of this practitioner before giving birth at their practice or hospital. By doing some research on health care malpractice cases, you’ll be able to identify whether the health practitioner is someone in whom you can place your trust with such a major medical decision as choosingwho will deliver your child. Medical malpractice attorneys are there to help however they can, if you have ever been wronged by a doctor.

Exercise should be a priority

Another health-related aspect of pregnancy that many women neglect is exercise. While pregnant, it’s essential to get at least 30 minutes of exercise three times a week. This can be done by engaging in walking, jogging, or swimming. It is also best for pregnant women not to engage in strenuous exercises such as weight lifting and aerobics, which could harm the child due to strain on the body.

What can you do to keep your weight gain healthy

With health and nutrition on the brain during pregnancy, many women forget about their weight. However, it’s important to keep track of your weight gain throughout your pregnancy so that you don’t go over a healthy goal. While there is no magic number that says if you are gaining too much or too little, try to aim for an average baby bump size. This means that you shouldn’t be noticeably larger or smaller than the average pregnant woman of your height and weight. Gaining too much weight can lead to health problems for both mother and baby. I’m a tiny person and gained 40-45 pounds each pregnancy which is over the “healthy amount” but I ate very clean and exercised 4 days per week. Talking with your doctor about what is right for you while eating nourishing foods and limiting processed high sugar foods are the two most important things. 

In conclusion, there are many things a pregnant woman can do to stay healthy during her pregnancy. Eating the right foods, getting regular exercise, and staying hydrated are all important aspects of a healthful pregnancy. It is also important to be mindful of who will deliver your baby and research any potential health care malpractice cases involving your doctor.

Tips for Staying Healthy During Pregnancy

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I’m Marian Mitchell, Health Coach, Chronic Illness Warrior, Mom, and Food Lover. I help you navigate the food and lifestyle side of Chronic Disease Management with coaching, meal plans, recipes, podcast, and this blog. You can thrive without eating the same 4 things every day. I’m here to show you how.

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