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Everyone wants to know what you are eating in pregnancy. Why is this so important after all?
Pregnant women need to be particularly careful about what they eat, because they are not only eating for their own health, but they are also eating for their baby’s health! When a woman eats well during her pregnancy, she reduces the chances of complications such as anaemia, low birth weight and most importantly, birth defects. 

Not just that, eating well can also help manage unpleasant pregnancy symptoms! 

But where's the proof?

Many scientists, professors and doctors have studied and emphasized the importance of good nutrition during pregnancy. There is a large body of medical research that supports the critical role of proper nutrition in promoting maternal and foetal health in pregnancy.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that pregnant women should follow a healthy and balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats and limit the intake of processed foods, sugar and unhealthy fats.

A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that pregnant women who ate healthier during pregnancy had a lower risk of preterm birth.

And, studies have shown that daily intake of folic acid supplements (400-800 micrograms) before and during early pregnancy can help reduce the risk of neural tube defects by up to 70%. Similarly, getting enough iron during pregnancy can help prevent anaemia, preterm birth, and low birth weight.

So, what are the other positive outcomes of good nutrition in pregnancy?

• Quicker recovery and easier progression into breastfeeding
• Healthy foetal growth and development
• Healthy development of the placenta, amniotic fluid, uterus and breasts
• Prevention of maternal malnutrition, heartburn and deficiencies
• Overall improved physical, hormonal and mental stability for the mother

Can prenatal nutrition be self-taught? 

Swati Sharma (32) from Mumbai was struggling with severe nausea & vomiting in 2020 during her second pregnancy. A hectic career, demanding family life and a toddler did not make things easier for her. Swati took generic advice from the internet, family and friends. But that only added to her stress. Her discomfort drove her into irregular eating habits and chaotic food patterns in the assumption that they were healthier options. And this, put her at risk for Gestational Diabetes.

Prenatal nutrition came to her rescue. But with the support of a personalised Nutritionist, an expert Pregnancy Coach. The information, discipline, support and solutions given to Swati by the Coach helped her reverse her issues and put her back on the track to a healthy pregnancy.

The required nutrient intake may vary depending on individual needs. So, consulting with an expert for customised support is important.

You too can take the guidance of an expert Nutritionist and enjoy the benefits of a Pregnancy Coach.

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Your food in pregnancy can make your healthy for life long. Here’s the proof!

Everyone wants to know what you are eating in pregnancy. Why is this so important after all?
Pregnant women need to be particularly careful about what they eat, because they are not only eating for their own health, but they are also eating for their baby’s health! When a woman eats well during her pregnancy, she reduces the chances of complications such as anaemia, low birth weight and most importantly, birth defects. 

Not just that, eating well can also help manage unpleasant pregnancy symptoms! 

But where's the proof?

Many scientists, professors and doctors have studied and emphasised the importance of good nutrition during pregnancy. There is a large body of medical research that supports the critical role of proper nutrition in promoting maternal and foetal health in pregnancy.

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) recommends that pregnant women should follow a healthy and balanced diet that includes a variety of fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains, healthy fats and limit the intake of processed foods, sugar and unhealthy fats.

A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) found that pregnant women who ate healthier during pregnancy had a lower risk of preterm birth.

And, studies have shown that daily intake of folic acid supplements (400-800 micrograms) before and during early pregnancy can help reduce the risk of neural tube defects by up to 70%. Similarly, getting enough iron during pregnancy can help prevent anaemia, preterm birth, and low birth weight.

So, what are the other positive outcomes of good nutrition in pregnancy?

• Quicker recovery and easier progression into breastfeeding
• Healthy foetal growth and development
• Healthy development of the placenta, amniotic fluid, uterus and breasts
• Prevention of maternal malnutrition, heartburn and deficiencies
• Overall improved physical, hormonal and mental stability for the mother

Can prenatal nutrition be self-taught? 

Swati Sharma (32) from Mumbai was struggling with severe nausea & vomiting in 2020 during her second pregnancy. A hectic career, demanding family life and a toddler did not make things easier for her. Swati took generic advice from the internet, family and friends. But that only added to her stress. Her discomfort drove her into irregular eating habits and chaotic food patterns in the assumption that they were healthier options. And this, put her at risk for Gestational Diabetes.

Prenatal nutrition came to her rescue. But with the support of a personalized Nutritionist, an expert Pregnancy Coach. The information, discipline, support and solutions given to Swati by the Coach helped her reverse her issues and put her back on the track to a healthy pregnancy.

The required nutrient intake may vary depending on individual needs. So, consulting with an expert for customized support is important.

You too can take the guidance of an expert Nutritionist and enjoy the benefits of a Pregnancy Coach.

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