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		<title>Eating Well Even After Your Pregnancy</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:23:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Congratulations and welcome to parenthood.  Your body has gone through a lot these past nine months and it still has a while to go before it is back to normal.  The next few months are going to give you and your body a whole new set of challenges especially if you are a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Congratulations and welcome to parenthood.  Your body has gone through a lot these past nine months and it still has a while to go before it is back to normal.  The next few months are going to give you and your body a whole new set of challenges especially if you are a first time parent.  Recovering from childbirth is exhausting and when you throw a new baby who has no concept of time into the mix and you might find your head spinning.  Eating well during this time is almost as important as eating well during your pregnancy.   </p>
<p>Your body has just been through a traumatic ordeal.  If you gave birth vaginally, you mind find yourself recovering from tears and what not.  If you gave birth via c-section, you are recovering from major surgery.   The first thing most hospitals and doctors like to make sure is that your plumbing and waste systems are working.    </p>
<p>Eating high fiber food and drinking lots of water after your delivery will help make that first bowel movement a lot less painful.  This can be a little hard for women who delivery via c-section because they are usually on a liquid diet for the first 24 hours. You may find you need a little help from either stool softeners or prune juice to make that first trip a little easier.   </p>
<p>Once you are home from the hospital, you are going to need your energy to take care of the baby.   Gone are the nights where you were able to get a full 8 hours of sleep.  You might not see that again for at least three months,  though ask any parent and they will tell you that getting 8 hours of sleep a night will not happen until your kids are grown and married. Sleep deprivation can wreak havoc on you and it is important that you eat healthy to maintain a decent amount of energy.</p>
<p>Sometimes the most important aspects of a subject are not immediately obvious. Keep reading to get the complete picture.</p>
<p>The postpartum period is usually where most women find themselves downing countless amounts of coffee or sugary foods to give them a quick fix. This is not healthy because once you come down from that high, you are going to be even more exhausted than you were before hand.  Make sure all of your meals are balanced meals and stock up on quick and healthy snacks such as celery sticks, baby carrots and lots of fruit to get you through the day.   </p>
<p>Eating healthy can also help you fight the baby blues those first few weeks.  Nearly 80% of all women suffer from baby blues.  These usually kick in between the 4th and 5th day after delivery and can last for 10 days to 2 weeks.  You may find yourself emotional for no reason and you may start to cry for no reason.</p>
<p>Some women report a feeling of sadness that they are no longer pregnant and others report a feeling of helplessness when it comes to dealing with their new baby.  The baby blues are caused by your hormone levels going back to normal.  By maintaining your healthy habits that you practiced during your pregnancy could help you handle your changing emotions a little better. </p>
<p>Pregnancy is tough and the post partum period is just as tough.  Make sure you take the best care of yourself as possible during this time.  Eat right and continue to take your prenatal vitamin to make sure your baby is going to get the best care you are capable of. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit this new site for my swedish customers: <a href="http://www.vadsbodata.se"><b>Billigt Webbhotell</b></a> &#8211; from SEK 10:- per month!</p>
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		<title>Foods to Avoid While Pregnant</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jul 2010 03:32:38 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Almost every woman knows the basic of what they should and should not do during pregnancy.  They know that caffeine should be cut back; they should not smoke, drink alcohol or spend time in any hot tubs.  However more and more studies are being done to see if pregnant women should avoid certain [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Almost every woman knows the basic of what they should and should not do during pregnancy.  They know that caffeine should be cut back; they should not smoke, drink alcohol or spend time in any hot tubs.  However more and more studies are being done to see if pregnant women should avoid certain foods for the duration of their pregnancy.    </p>
<p>It is essential that pregnant women eat a well balanced meal at all times to provide their growing baby with the vitamins, nutrients and minerals that the baby needs to grow.   There are some foods though that needs to be avoided due to the risk they pose to not just to the mother, but also to the growing baby.   </p>
<p>For starters, raw meat needs to be avoided due to the risk of toxoplasmosis and salmonella.  This means no more rare steaks, or rare burgers.  Pregnant women should take caution and make sure that all of the meat they eat is cooked well done.  Cold deli meat should also be avoided because of the risk of listeria.  Listeria can cross the placenta and can cause an infection or blood poisoning to the baby.  Keep in mind though that deli meat can be reheated until it is steaming and this will help reduce the risk. </p>
<p>It&#8217;s really a good idea to probe a little deeper into the subject of Pregnancy Nutrition. What you learn may give you the confidence you need to venture into new areas.</p>
<p>Speaking of listeria there are other foods that can contain this bacteria.  Some soft cheeses such as brie, feta, and gorgonzola.  These cheeses are commonly made with unpasterized milk.  Unpasterized milk often contains listeria, so pregnant women need to make sure that any soft cheeses they are going to eat are made with pasteurized milk.  </p>
<p>Fish has always been a subject of debate for pregnant women. While some forms of fish contain essential nutrients that are needed by the baby, others contain a high level of mercury.  Any fish with a high level of mercury such as shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish and fish used in sushi should be avoided through out pregnancy.  Studies have linked mercury to developmental delays and in some cases brain damage. Tuna also contains a lot of mercury but canned, chunk light tuna has a lower amount of mercury and can be eaten in moderation. Raw shellfish also should be avoided through out pregnancy.  </p>
<p>Raw eggs or anything containing raw eggs is a no no during pregnancy.  There is a potential exposure to salmonella.  This means no raw cookie dough, no brownie mix, and some homemade sauces such as hollandaise, Caesar dressing and blue cheese dressing.  When dining in a restaurant, it would be wise to ask any sauces or dressings contain any raw eggs.  Most restaurants should be using pasteurized eggs in any raw egg recipe but one should still double check. </p>
<p>There has never been a more important time to be careful what a woman eats then when she is pregnant.  Some of the above foods have been linked to miscarriages and other birth defects. If you are pregnant and you have already indulged in a few of the foods you should not have, do not panic. Chances are, you and your baby are fine but take extra care to avoid these foods in the future. </p>
<p>About the Author<br />
By Anders Eriksson, feel free to visit this new site for my swedish customers: <a href="http://www.vadsbodata.se"><b>Billigt Webbhotell</b></a> &#8211; from SEK 10:- per month!</p>
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		<title>Exercise During Pregnancy</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Jul 2010 12:10:47 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The following paragraphs summarize the work of Pregnancy Nutrition experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Pregnancy Nutrition. Heed their advice to avoid any Pregnancy Nutrition surprises.
For some women the thought of exercise during pregnancy is as appealing as a root canal without novacane.  In their minds they have a nine [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following paragraphs summarize the work of Pregnancy Nutrition experts who are completely familiar with all the aspects of Pregnancy Nutrition. Heed their advice to avoid any Pregnancy Nutrition surprises.</p>
<p>For some women the thought of exercise during pregnancy is as appealing as a root canal without novacane.  In their minds they have a nine month pass to keeping up with their gym routine.   The first three months they are battling morning sickness and exhaustion.  The next three months they are beginning to show.  The last three months are so uncomfortable that walking ten feet to the bathroom is pure torture, so there is no way they will be able to walk on a treadmill for ten minutes.  </p>
<p>On the other side of the coin, there are some women who do not let something as little as creating a life stand in their way of exercise.  These are the women we might see actually teaching a class at the gym, or speed walking throughout our neighborhood with their protruding bellies.  </p>
<p>Most of us however fall somewhere in the middle and that is just how their doctors like it.  Exercise comes highly recommended when pregnant.  Not only does it help control weight gain, but some women swear it helps with delivery also.  There are some things to keep in mind in order to protect yourself and your growing little one.  </p>
<p>For starters you need to keep an eye on your heart rate as you are working out.  Letting your heart rate rise to high could be dangerous to your little one especially in your first trimester.  You want to maintain a steady heart rate and should do the talk test throughout your workout to make sure you are at a safe level.  The talk test is when you talk during your workout.  If you are having a hard time talking and wind up huffy and puffing more than getting out actual words, then you are working too hard and need to take it down.  Most doctors recommend that you work at a pace where talking is challenging but still doable. </p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t have accurate details regarding Pregnancy Nutrition, then you might make a bad choice on the subject. Don&#8217;t let that happen: keep reading.</p>
<p>Pregnancy is not the time to try out new exercise routines.  This means that you should not try the new spinning class that your gym offers.  Stick with the routine you have already been doing and that your body is use to.  You may find that you have to make some modifications to some of your exercises as your pregnancy progresses.   If you are a runner, a modified low impact jog through out your first trimester is fine but once you enter your second trimester and begin to show, your jog has to be brought down to a walk.  For those of you who love sit ups, crunches and floor pushups, you can continue to do these up until you hit about 14 weeks or so. After that time period no floor exercises are recommending.</p>
<p>If you do not have any sort of exercise routine in place before you get pregnant, this still does not give you a free pass.  Almost every doctor will tell you that walking is a great exercise for any pregnant women who are not high risk.  Walking at least thirty minutes, three times a week is a safe way for a pregnant woman to stay active.</p>
<p>Walking is something you can do through out all three trimesters though you might find yourself moving at a slower pace by your third trimester.   Another great plus to walking, especially as you approach your due date, is that walking can actually bring on labor.  Many doctors will advise their patients to walk, walk and walk some more in the weeks leading up to their due dates to get things rolling.   Some women who have walked throughout their entire pregnancy have an easier delivery and recovery period. </p>
<p>The days of pregnant women kicking their feet up and not moving from the couch for nine months are days of the past.    While strenuous exercise is a no no pregnancy is no longer a good excuse to stop moving.    </p>
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		<title>The Basics of Eating Well When Pregnant</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 30 Jun 2010 18:00:04 +0000</pubDate>
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It is hard to believe that women do have a hard time eating healthy when they are expecting a visit from the stork.  The sad [...]]]></description>
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<p>It is hard to believe that women do have a hard time eating healthy when they are expecting a visit from the stork.  The sad truth is some women find it very hard.  There is a trick though to remember how to eat throughout your pregnancy and it is as easy as ABC.  </p>
<p>Assortment is the first key.  It&#8217;s been said that variety is the spice of life.  Keeping your diet filled with assortment of fruits, vegetables and protein will help make sure that you and your baby don&#8217;t get too much of one nutrient and not enough of another.  Eating a daily variety of healthy foods will give your growing baby and daily assortment of necessary nutrients.  </p>
<p>Balance is the next thing to keep in mind.  We all know that balance and moderation is the key to any diet.   There is no reason to deny yourself  a bowl of ice cream but the whole container is over doing it.  You want to keep all your meals as balanced as possible and make sure you are getting enough vitamins, whole grains and lean protein.  Eating one and not the other is not going to help you or your baby in any way shape or form. Indulging in cravings is fine every now and then as long as you keep it in moderation, if you want a cookie, have one.  If potato chips are your craving, have a few.  It is when you eat the whole box of cookies and the whole bag of chips in one sitting that you might have a problem. </p>
<p>The more authentic information about Pregnancy Nutrition you know, the more likely people are to consider you a Pregnancy Nutrition expert. Read on for even more Pregnancy Nutrition facts that you can share.</p>
<p>The third key is color.  You want to make your plate look as colorful as possible.  Look at fresh fruit and veggies to paint your plate.  The more colorful your plate is, the more appeasing it is going to look to your eyes.  Have you ever noticed in magazines and cooking shows the dishes always look so tasty?  This is because of the variety of color that are used in these dishes.  You can get red strawberries and tomatoes to yellow peppers and squash.  Pick your favorite colors and create your dishes based on that. </p>
<p>Forget about dieting while you are pregnant.  You and your baby need a steady supply of calories and nutrients through out the nine months of pregnancy and beyond.  Pregnancy is one of the only times where a woman is expected to gain weight.  Trying to prevent that weight gain can not only put you at risk, but also your baby at risk.  You will have all the time in the world after your baby comes to lose the weight, but for nine months don&#8217;t even think about the word diet.  </p>
<p>If you find you that you are getting sick of the food you have been eating, then it&#8217;s time to start experimenting with different foods.  Pregnancy is a time to expand your eating horizons as well as your waistbands.  Plus with food aversions, you might find yourself turning green at some of your favorite foods and craving foods you never dreamed you would eat.  You may find that the thought of pizza can send you running for the toilet, but place a dish of brussel sprouts in front of you and you are in heaven.  </p>
<p>Lastly, have fun with your food.  Eating should be fun.  Nothing will ruin your good habits faster than boredom.   Add little touches like a dip for your veggies.  Enjoy your food and try not to gulp it down.  This will help avoid heartburn too!  When you decide to treat yourself, leave the guilt at the door.  After all, you are growing a person inside of you and decide a treat now and then for all your hard work.</p>
<p>If you&#8217;ve picked some pointers about Pregnancy Nutrition that you can put into action, then by all means, do so. You won&#8217;t really be able to gain any benefits from your new knowledge if you don&#8217;t use it.</p>
<p>About the Author<br />
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		<title>Eating to Conceive</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 09 Jun 2010 08:07:03 +0000</pubDate>
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Almost every woman knows that it is important to eat well while you are pregnant. The benefit it provides you and your baby is invaluable. But, do you also [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Imagine the next time you join a discussion about Pregnancy Nutrition. When you start sharing the fascinating Pregnancy Nutrition facts below, your friends will be absolutely amazed.</p>
<p>Almost every woman knows that it is important to eat well while you are pregnant. The benefit it provides you and your baby is invaluable. But, do you also know how important it is to eat well even before you get pregnant?  If you are actively trying to get pregnant you have to make sure your body is prepared to accept the challenge.  The first thing you should do before even beginning to try is to talk to your doctor to see how you measure up health wise. Does he think you need to lose a few pounds before getting pregnant or does he feel you need to gain a few? Your doctor may recommend that you change your eating habits and start exercising.  </p>
<p>As soon as you decide you want a baby, you should begin to get in the habit of eating healthier. Slowly begin to cut out caffeine. If you smoke, now is a good time to quit rather than waiting until you have that positive test.   Smoking can decrease your fertility and increase your risk of a miscarriage if you are still smoking when you are pregnant.  </p>
<p>Another thing you can do is to start taking prenatals or at least a multivitamin supplement that contains at least 400 micrograms of folic acid. You can also begin to add food into your diet that is rich in folic acid such as spinach and other green vegetables, peanuts, and orange juice. You can also start by taking a prenatal vitamin also.  These vitamins contain iron, folic acid, and calcium along with vitamin C, D, B and vitamins B6 and B12 also.  </p>
<p>Now that we&#8217;ve covered those aspects of Pregnancy Nutrition, let&#8217;s turn to some of the other factors that need to be considered.</p>
<p>Reevaluated your diet. Start to eat foods that have plenty of vitamins, minerals and fiber. Lay off the fat and excess sugar. You want to eat foods that have a high nutrient density.  Eat at least five portions a day of fruits and vegetables along with protein and iron rich foods like dried fruit, and green vegetables.  Try to steer clear of raw fish like sushi, and steer clear of undercook shellfish, meat or chicken. You also want to try to avoid fish that has high mercury content like swordfish, shark, or king mackerel.  Cut out any food that has unpasteurized milk in it including cheeses such as brie, camembert, and some Mexican cheese.  Also cut out foods that have raw egg in it including homemade cookie dough.  </p>
<p>Make sure you up your water intake.  Water should always be your first beverage choice before, after and during your pregnancy.  Water helps to flush your system of toxins.  Once you&#8217;ve gotten your eight glasses in, you can drink fruit and vegetable juices also. </p>
<p>Perhaps the most important thing you can do before you get pregnant is to cut out all alcohol.  The American College of Obstetricians and gynecologists have stated that women who drink might have a harder time getting pregnant than women who do not drink.  Another reason why you should give up alcohol is that most birth defects that are caused by alcohol exposure usually occur in the first few weeks of pregnancy, usually before you even know you are pregnant.   </p>
<p>Getting your body prepared for pregnancy is one of the best decisions you could make.  Your body will be more prepared for the challenge of growing a baby and the experience will be a little easier on your body.  </p>
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		<title>Pregnancy and Nutrition</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 21 May 2010 14:22:46 +0000</pubDate>
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The following article presents the very latest information on Pregnancy Nutrition. If you have a particular interest in Pregnancy Nutrition, then this informative article is required reading.</p>
<p>You are besides yourself with joy as you see that your pregnancy test is postive.  You find yourself already caressing your stomach in hopes that your little one can feel you.  The next nine months are going to be an exciting time for you and your baby.  You are going to have a human life grow inside of you and feel them move as they get bigger. Your baby is going to go from a single sperm and egg into pounds of adorable flesh that you can&#8217;t help but kiss over and over again.  It truly is a miracle.  </p>
<p>In order to help this miracle along, it is essential for you to eat as good as you can through out most of your pregnancy.  The first three months might be a little difficult to eat balanced meals when you are dealing with food aversions and morning sickness.  If you are one of the rare lucky ones whose stomach doesn&#8217;t so much as move during your first trimester, then you can take full advantage of eating healthy right out of the gate.  </p>
<p>Making sure you eat balanced nutritious meals is laying down the foundation for your baby.  A diet of junk food is not going to help your baby with bone development and organ formation.  Potato chips will not help with brain development.  Your baby and your body need calcium and vitamins to achieve all of this.  </p>
<p>Those of you not familiar with the latest on Pregnancy Nutrition now have at least a basic understanding. But there&#8217;s more to come.</p>
<p>Eating well during pregnancy is going to help your baby eat well after it is born and on solid foods.   As your pregnancy progresses, some of what you eat will cross the placenta and the taste will be in your baby&#8217;s amniotic fluid.  Babies swallow this fluid and their taste buds are so develop that even in the womb they are able to taste the flavors.  Doctors believe that babies who are exposed to a wide variety of fruit and vegetables while in utero have less of a chance of being a fussy eater later in life.   They believe that these are the babies who will eat their fruit and vegetables without putting up any fight.   </p>
<p>Doctors also believe that moms who drink their milk through out their pregnancy have an easier time weaning their babies from formula or breast milk to regular milk.   This however is only one benefit, the other benefit of drinking milk throughout your pregnancy is all the calcium you will be giving your baby&#8217;s bones.  Many doctors recommend that you drink at least one eight oz glass of milk, usually fat free a day.  Calcium is a must have your baby&#8217;s bones and his teeth, even though you won&#8217;t see his teeth for at least a few months.</p>
<p>This isn&#8217;t to say that you have to stay away from all sweets all the time.  You can indulge every now and then and thanks to cravings you may find yourself wanting sweets more often than not.  You do have to keep it in moderation.  Being pregnant should not be looked at as an excuse to eat whatever you want for nine months.  Both you and your baby could pay a dear price.  </p>
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		<title>Eating Well For Your Baby</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 18 May 2010 02:27:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Current info about Pregnancy Nutrition is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest Pregnancy Nutrition info available.
Congratulations, you are pregnant!  The next nine months are going to be an exciting time, not just for you but for your growing baby!  Think of all the things a baby [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Current info about Pregnancy Nutrition is not always the easiest thing to locate. Fortunately, this report includes the latest Pregnancy Nutrition info available.</p>
<p>Congratulations, you are pregnant!  The next nine months are going to be an exciting time, not just for you but for your growing baby!  Think of all the things a baby has to accomplish in only nine (ten) short months.  They start as a single cell and then divide at an enormous rate.  Their organs develop, the heart forms and starts beating and all five senses form.</p>
<p>Basically your baby goes from a little blob that can&#8217;t be seen with the human eye into a seven, eight, nine or even ten pound adorable newborn baby.  In order for your baby to develop as healthy as possible, your diet should play a big part.  This is because your diet is how your baby is going to receive all the vitamins, minerals, protein and fluids that he or she needs to grow and develop.  The best thing you and any other pregnant mother can do for your growing baby is to eat as healthy as you possibly can.  Let us look at all the benefits eating well can do for your baby.</p>
<p>First, eating right is going to help your baby&#8217;s organ development.  Your baby only has a short time to develop vital organs such as their heart, liver, lungs, and kidneys.  Eating a diet that lacks vitamin D or calcium can interfere with your baby&#8217;s bone and tooth growth.  </p>
<p>Next eating too lightly through out pregnancy might stop your baby from growing as it should in your uterus.   You might find yourself measuring behind for where you should be in your pregnancy.  Small babies are at a greater risk for healthy problems once they are born.  On the other hand, eating to much can cause your baby to grow too big to fast.  Babies who are measuring ahead are at a greater risk for delivery complications.  Babies who are too big usually can not be delivered vaginally without the assistance of instruments such as forceps or a vacuum.  Some women are forced to have a cesarean section because they can not deliver their baby vaginally.  </p>
<p>Truthfully, the only difference between you and Pregnancy Nutrition experts is time. If you&#8217;ll invest a little more time in reading, you&#8217;ll be that much nearer to expert status when it comes to Pregnancy Nutrition.</p>
<p>Some research has been done that shows what you eat during pregnancy can affect your baby&#8217;s eating habits down the line.  Babies can taste and get use to the flavors from food that makes its way into the amniotic fluid.    It is quiet possible that your baby will have a preference for certain foods before they even take that first spoonful of solids.  By making sure your diet contains a lot of vegetables and fruit can help ensure that your baby will enjoy eating that went he time comes.  </p>
<p>Also, as hard to believe as it is, some studies have shown that what you are eating can contribute to your baby&#8217;s personality.  Research has shown that babies born to mothers who were under-nourished tend to smile less and are drowsier compared to those who at healthy.  Also, studies have shown that moms who consumed enough omega-3 acids during their final trimester have babies who showed healthier sleep patterns than other babies.   </p>
<p>Lastly, your baby&#8217;s brain needs you to eat healthy especially during the last trimester.  Unlike the rest of your baby&#8217;s organs, the brain has its greatest growth spurt during the third trimester.  This is the best time to eat protein, calories and omega-3 fatty acids.  These ensure optimum brain development.  </p>
<p>There has never been a more important time to eat healthy than pregnancy.  Eating healthy while pregnant is the best gift you can give your child to be. </p>
<p>That&#8217;s how things stand right now. Keep in mind that any subject can change over time, so be sure you keep up with the latest news.</p>
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		<title>Prenatal and Pregnancy</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 24 Mar 2010 03:24:53 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Prenatal vitamins are one of the most important vitamins that you take through out your pregnancy.  Ideally, you should start taking prenatal vitamins when you are trying to conceive a baby.  By taking prenatal while you are trying to conceive, you are preparing your body for the challenging task that lies ahead.  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Prenatal vitamins are one of the most important vitamins that you take through out your pregnancy.  Ideally, you should start taking prenatal vitamins when you are trying to conceive a baby.  By taking prenatal while you are trying to conceive, you are preparing your body for the challenging task that lies ahead.  Some experts believe that taking prenatal before you are pregnant might actually reduce your risk of a miscarriage after you become pregnant.   </p>
<p>Taking prenatal before pregnancy is not always possible for some people, but taking them during pregnancy is essential.  Prenatal vitamins contain one of the most important nutrients that a new mother needs and that are folic acid or folate.  By taking in extra folic acid, you lower your chances of your baby being born with an incomplete spinal column which is known as spina bifida.  In order for your baby to be protected, it is imperative that folic acid is taken in the first four weeks of fetal development.</p>
<p>This can be a problem for women who do not take prenatals before they are pregnant.  Most of the time, most women do not know they are pregnant until after they missed their period which is about two weeks after conception.  This is why if you are of child bearing age, you should make it a habit of taking folic acid even if you are not planning to become pregnant and we all know that not all pregnancies are planned.  </p>
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<p>You can still get your folic acid in food.  Folic acid is added to many breads and pastas and is found in dark green and orange fruits as well as vegetables.  Keep in mind though that taking a daily supplement of folic acid offers more protection from spina bifida then eating the same amount of folic acid in food.    </p>
<p>While you are pregnant you should aim to take at least 600mcg of folic acid a day. If you have had a baby with a neural tube defect, you will have to take 4000 mcg or 4 milligrams of folic acid every day, starting at least a month before you get pregnant.  </p>
<p>Some women report that they can not take their prenatals especially in their first trimester.  Women who suffer from morning sickness and food aversions find that they can not eat much food.  Taking a prenatal on an empty stomach can leave you feeling sick and queasy which is why so many women in the first trimester do not take them.   Another reason some women report upset stomachs is due to the high iron level that some prenatals have.  Not only could this cause an upset stomach, this can also lead to constipation which can already be a problem for some pregnant women.</p>
<p>If you find that you can not take your prenatal, talk to your doctor to see if he can give you a prenatal with less iron or give you a folic acid supplement also.   The worst thing you could do is not take anything, especially during those first few weeks.  </p>
<p>There&#8217;s a lot to understand about Pregnancy Nutrition. We were able to provide you with some of the facts above, but there is still plenty more to write about in subsequent articles.</p>
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		<title>Eating Well While Dealing With Morning Sickness</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 21 Mar 2010 02:07:43 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>anderseriksson</dc:creator>
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There are a few women out there in this world who sail through their pregnancy without so much of glimpse of queasiness.  [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When most people think of Pregnancy Nutrition, what comes to mind is usually basic information that&#8217;s not particularly interesting or beneficial. But there&#8217;s a lot more to Pregnancy Nutrition than just the basics.</p>
<p>There are a few women out there in this world who sail through their pregnancy without so much of glimpse of queasiness.  The rest of us have no such luck.  Chances are you are the type of women who the mere smell of what use to be your favorite food sends you running to the nearest toilet.  The mere sight of steak can send you heaving and just thinking about eating that salad turns you greener than the romaine lettuce it contains.   You probably curse the silly fool who named it &#8220;morning sickness&#8221; when all pregnant women know it is more like all day sickness.</p>
<p>There are different degrees of morning sickness.  Each woman and each pregnancy is different.  I spent the first three months of my first pregnancy over a toilet and unable to look at any sort of vegetable or meat.  However I made it through my second pregnancy with only a few spurts to the bathroom and hardly any aversions.  The good news is though, this is usually only temporary.  Most women start feeling better between their 12th and 14th week of pregnancy.  Even better news is that your baby is handling this much better than you are. As hard as it is to eat healthy during this period there are some things you can do to help ease your discomfort.  </p>
<p>For starters, eat often.  It has been shown that an empty stomach tends to make your morning sickness even worse.  This is why so many of us feel so bad when we first wake up.  We&#8217;ve had nothing in our system which means our stomach acids are going crazy since nothing is there to soak them up.  The trick to this is to eat often.  Try eating six mini meals a days and make sure you have plenty of snacks.  Make sure you eat often in bed.  Before you go to bed for the night have a snack that is high in protein and in carbs such as nuts and raisins,  yogurt and bread stick or a cheese and crackers.   Keep a stash of crackers or ginger cookies by your bed and make sure you have one before you even think about getting out of bed in the morning.  </p>
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<p>You will always want to eat mainly carbs and protein.  Stick with crackers or fruit to give you some comfort during those first few months.  Other good snacks are pretzels, saltines and whole grain toast.  For fruits stick with melons and bananas.  For your protein add a little cheese or some nuts to your snacks or any time you are feeling a little green.  Yogurt is also an excellent choice when fighting morning sickness also. </p>
<p>Make sure you drink your water.  If you are vomiting it is essential that you stay hydrated.  Making sure you stay hydrated is probably more important that making sure you eat those first few months.  Becoming dehydrated can cause a problem for you and your little one so make sure you drink at least 8 glasses of water or juice through out the day.  You can also suck on ice chips or fruit juice popsicles if you are having problems keeping liquids down. </p>
<p>The most important thing to keep in mind those first three months is not to beat yourself up if you can not eat as healthy as you would like to.  You will still have plenty of time to make up for it after you get through this storm.   Just make smart choices when it comes to what you eat and snack on and that will pave the way for when you can eat as a normal person.  </p>
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		<title>Planning Ahead While Pregnant</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 14 Mar 2010 03:47:18 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Planning ahead when it comes to food could mean the difference between making wise choices and making irrational choices.  It helps us learn how to undo our bad habits and being pregnant is a great time to try and change any bad habits you may have.  The best way to break bad habits [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Planning ahead when it comes to food could mean the difference between making wise choices and making irrational choices.  It helps us learn how to undo our bad habits and being pregnant is a great time to try and change any bad habits you may have.  The best way to break bad habits and to form new ones is to constantly plan ahead.   </p>
<p>You want to plan for snack attacks especially if you are not going to be home.  You want to make sure you take some healthy food with you, so that you can resist the temptation of going to the vending machine and taking out that candy bar.  Throw some nuts into your pocketbook or some cheese sticks in case of any hunger that might hit you through out the day.  </p>
<p>Plan your food shopping list.  Some people find that when they go to the supermarket with just a rough idea of what they need they usually wind up forgetting something important or they wind up buying half of the food store.   Take a few minutes to plan your meals for the week and buy what you need to go with it.  </p>
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<p>Speaking of planning meals, that is a excellent idea.  Plan for meals you can realistically prepare.  Do not plan for meals that you do not have the time to prepare.  You are only going to stress yourself out.  Look for recipes that are easy and quick to make.  Do not try to make something where you can&#8217;t pronounce half of the ingredients and need to shop at a gourmet cooking store.  Chances are you are still working and the last thing you want to do is come home after a long day and then slave over a complicated recipe.</p>
<p>Also, planning your meals out for the week tends to help you be a little more organized for the week.  It is no secret that pregnant women tend to forget things and this is due to their changing hormone level. By taking out the time to sit and plan your meals for the week will help you stay a little organized and save you a lot of time.  If you already know what you are making for dinner, you do not have to worry about coming home after a long day and standing in front of the fridge trying to decide what to make.    </p>
<p>You also want to make sure that get yourself in the habit of using vegetables are your main dish.  Instead of doing chicken breast with a side salad, make your salad your main dish and the chicken breast a side one.   You also want to buy your vegetables as fresh as possible, even if that means making two trips to the grocery store through out the week.  The fresher the vegetable, the better they are for you and your baby.  The same holds true for fruit also.  Keep plenty of fruit on hand, especially if you tend to crave sweet stuff through out your pregnancy.  Instead of reaching for a candy bar, you can reach for a piece of fruit dipped in cool whip</p>
<p>By planning ahead for the week or even month to come will help you stay on track with your eating and decrease the risk of you making the wrong choice if a craving should hit you. </p>
<p>Knowing enough about Pregnancy Nutrition to make solid, informed choices cuts down on the fear factor. If you apply what you&#8217;ve just learned about Pregnancy Nutrition, you should have nothing to worry about.</p>
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