Let’s Talk Babies

Finding out you are pregnant and can now “eat for two” may sending you flying to the cupboard to eat a few extra cookies or enjoy that bag of chips you have been avoiding, or send you out the door to McDonald’s for a Big Mac and extra large fries!  However, you may want to give your food choices a little more thought.   Although you are eating for two it is important to make healthy food choices during pregnancy.  A pregnancy that includes a healthy diet is a benefit to both mother and baby.

Healthy eating habits developed during pregnancy mean it will probably be easier for you to lose the baby weight after your little one arrives.  You are also less likely to gain too much weight during pregnancy, which can lead to complications.  Plus, that growing life inside of you needs all those good nutrients to grow big and strong.

Eating for Two Do’s:

• Eat a variety of foods at meal and snack times including: fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy, lean proteins, and whole grains.
• Take a daily prenatal vitamin.  Talk to your doctor about which one he or she recommends for you.
• Watch your calorie intake.  It is recommended that pregnant women consume an additional 300 calories per day during pregnancy.
• Limit the portion size and amount of high fat foods and sweets you consume.  Indulge a little but be mindful of how much you are eating.
• Add a little extra fiber to your diet to help prevent constipation (a common problem during pregnancy).
• Drink plenty of fluids (especially water).  It is very important to stay hydrated.

Be sure to talk to your doctor about any special needs you may have with your pregnancy diet.  He or she will be able to advice you on what foods are OK for you to eat, how much weight you should gain during pregnancy, and any other special instructions.

One thing I did during my pregnancy was to make sure I had plenty of healthy snacks at work with me, things like fruit, crackers, granola bars, cut up fresh veggies.  I was able to avoid eating a lot of high fat, high calorie snacks by planning ahead

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Happy Hanukkah everyone!
Today marks the beginning of the Jewish holiday also know as the Festival of Lights. I hope you and yours enjoy this holiday season.
For those of you looking to learn a little more about this Jewish holiday click here.