Tuesday

Prenatal Vitamins

Folic acid can reduce your risk of having a baby with a serious birth defect of the brain and spinal cord

Calcium during pregnancy can prevent a new mother from losing her own bone density to the fetus as it uses the mineral for bone growth

Iron helps both the mother and baby's blood carry oxygen

Vitamin A is important for a baby's embryonic development; cell growth; eye, heart, limb, and ear development; healthy skin and mucous membranes; infection resistance; bone growth; and fat metabolism. It is also particularly essential for pregnant women because it helps in maintaining normal vision and fighting off infections

Vitamin C helps with healthy gums, teeth and bones. It also improves iron absorption

Vitamin D helps absorb calcium and helps your baby have strong bones and good dental health

Vitamin E Helps with lung and immune system development

Zinc helps prevent low birth weights and decreases the time it takes mothers to heal

Copper stimulates the growth of cells and tissues, hair growth, and general metabolism

Niacin helps in the production of hormones like testosterone, estrogen and progesterone. It also helps in fat production and the proper functioning of organs in the nervous and digestive systems.

Riboflavin promotes your baby's bone, muscle and nerve development

Thiamine is essential for your baby's brain development


The Don'ts of Pregnancy

-Don't Smoke During Pregnancy
-Don't Drink Alcohol During Pregnancy
-Don't Use Illegal Drugs During Pregnancy
-Don't Have Optional X-rays During Pregnancy
-Don't Touch Soiled Cat Litter During Pregnancy
-Don't Eat Fish with High Mercury Content During Pregnancy
-Don't Use Hot Tubs or Take Really Hot Baths During Pregnancy
-Don't Use Pesticides, Paints or Aerosol Sprays During Pregnancy