Post-Natal & Pre-Natal Diet :
Childbearing is the time when you need to take
your health seriously ond think carefully about
what to eat during pregnancy A healthy diet
matters a lot in keeping your baby well
nourished from the time of conception.
It's very important for anyone who may become
pregnant to get health core before. during and
after pregnancy to nourish your body well ond
it will also help to address the pregnancy
symptoms like.
Prenatal Phase (During Pregnancy) :
1. Nutritional Assessment :
Evaluates the mother’s current health, weight, and dietary habits.
Identifies any deficiencies (like iron, folic acid, vitamin D, calcium).
2. Personalized Diet Planning :
Develops a tailored meal plan to support fetal development.
Balances macro- and micronutrients based on trimester-specific needs.
Adjusts for issues like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, gestational diabetes, or anemia.
3. Weight Management :
Ensures healthy weight gain based on pre-pregnancy BMI.
Prevents underweight or excessive weight gain risks.
4.Supplement Guidance :
Recommends safe supplements (e.g., prenatal vitamins, folic acid).
Ensures they are taken at the right time and with suitable food for absorption.
Postnatal Phase (After Delivery) :
1. Recovery Support :
Creates a healing-focused diet rich in protein, iron, and antioxidants.
Recommends anti-inflammatory and digestive foods (e.g., turmeric, ajwain).
2. Lactation Support:
Provides galactagogue-rich foods (like fenugreek, garden cress seeds, garlic).
Ensures hydration and energy intake to support breast milk production.
3. Weight and Health Management :
Helps the mother return to pre-pregnancy weight gradually and safely.
revents crash dieting, which can affect milk supply and energy.
4. Mental Health and Fatigue Support:
Includes foods that support mood (like omega-3s, magnesium-rich foods).
Manages postnatal fatigue through balanced energy-rich meals.
5. Infant Nutrition Guidance :
Prepares the mother for weaning and complementary feeding.
Educates on nutrition during the transition from exclusive breastfeeding.