Diet & Exercise
Yes, you now have a baby growing inside of you. But, that doesn't mean doubling up the calories. A healthy balanced diet in portions throughout the day should help you manage your cravings and weight management. Frequent vomiting can leave your body dehydrated. So, have 8 glasses of water each day.
- Cheese and Yoghurt
- Ginger
- Cooked Eggs
- Fortified low-fat spreads
- Green leafy vegetables, such as kale and spinach
- Cantaloupe melon, strawberries, Seamangoes and apricots
- Orange and yellow vegetables, including carrots, peppers, sweet potatoes, butternut squash and pumpkin
- soy pasta
- Tofu
- Nuts, legumes and beans
- Seafood rich in omega-3 fatty acids
Say Yes To:
- Caffeine
- Raw or partially cooked eggs
- Junk food
- Processed food
- Deli meats
- Fish with high mercury levels like swordfish, tilefish, shark, and mackerel
- Raw sprouts
- Unpasteurized foods
- Undercooked meat and fish
Say No To:
Low-impact exercises have great cardiovascular benefits and keep your baby healthy and happy. Swimming is a great relaxing workout for pregnant women. Never forget to warm up, stretch and cool down during your workouts. 15 minutes of cardio at a low pace on the treadmill or elliptical machine is a great start. Stick to lightweights and avoid intense workouts like CrossFit. Jogging at a low pace can regulate blood flow. Never overdo and stop immediately to consult a doctor if you experience sharp pain, shortness of breath, faintness, vaginal bleeding, dizziness or uterine contractions while or after exercises.
