How much you should see in weight gain during pregnancy depends on how much you weigh before becoming pregnant. Experts typically advise that if you are: Underweight, you gain 28 to 40 pounds Healthy weight, you gain 25 to 35 pounds Overweight, you gain 15 to 25 pounds Obese, you gain 11 to 20 pounds Too much weight gain during pregnancy can cause health … [Read more...] about What is healthy weight gain during pregnancy?
Pregnancy Health
Book Review: Real Food for Pregnancy
Not only can pregnancy be challenging, but it can also be confusing. Eat this. Don't eat that. Advice coming from everyone and in every direction, from your grandmother to your well-intentioned best friend. Even as a dietitian revisiting research is important to stay abreast on current recommendations particularly around pregnancy. A new book just hit the shelves by Lily … [Read more...] about Book Review: Real Food for Pregnancy
Microbiome, birth, and baby: What you need to know
Micro- what? The microbiome is something scientists and doctors are learning more about everyday. The microbiome plays a big role in our overall health and well-being. This is true for even the tiniest of us, newborn babies. I had the chance to talk with Toni Harman, director and producer of the film, MicroBirth. Find out exactly what the microbiome is and how it plays a role … [Read more...] about Microbiome, birth, and baby: What you need to know
8 Best Folic Acid Foods to Eat Prior to Getting Pregnant
What's the Big Deal with Folic Acid Folic acid is indeed a big deal. This important B-Vitamin plays a role in cell division and growth, RNA and DNA synthesis, and brain health. It is strongly encouraged that women planning to get pregnant should supplement with Folic Acid for a full year prior to trying to conceive. The recommended amount for women trying to conceive is … [Read more...] about 8 Best Folic Acid Foods to Eat Prior to Getting Pregnant
Preeclampsia: A common pregnancy complication
Pregnancy and delivery usually occur without problems, but it is important to be aware of the possible complications. Preeclampsia is a condition unique to pregnancy and has the potential to be life-threatening. What is preeclampsia? It is a syndrome that occurs after 20 weeks of pregnancy which includes high blood pressure associated with protein in the urine or other organ … [Read more...] about Preeclampsia: A common pregnancy complication