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Best Supplements To Take While Pregnant
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Today, we would like to tackle the subject of pregnancy supplements. Right off the bat, we want to say that you should NEVER take ANY type of supplement without speaking to your OBGYN first! The suggestions that follow are good ideas for MOST healthy mothers-to-be, but this does not mean that they are suitable for everyone. Please consult with your doctor!
Pregnancy and nursing are important times in a woman’s life, and she needs to not only provide sufficient nutrition for herself, but for her growing baby as well. There are some supplements that pregnant women should avoid while pregnant and while nursing, so be certain that you talk with your doctor before starting any supplement program.
Many women find that adding a few supplements can not only give her baby and her body some added nutrition, but it can actually make pregnancy easier. Some women even say that supplements made their deliver easier!
Every woman is different, and so their nutritional needs will also vary, but generally speaking, the most important factor during this time of a woman’s life is to consume as nutrient-dense a diet as is humanly possible. So keep in mind that while supplements can help add to your diet, they should never be considered a replacement for a healthy diet.
A healthy diet for pregnant women should focus on:
- Veggies, Veggies, and More Veggies – Especially green veggies! Green vegetables have folates, which are vital for the growth of your baby. Of course, all vegetables are high in various types of nutrients that both mommy and baby need, but eating plenty of them will prevent the constipation that many pregnant women suffer from. After giving birth, a diet rich in vegetables will help make certain that you and baby are getting enough nutrition. You might want to make your new motto: “When in doubt, eat a veggie.”
- Healthy Fats – one of the great things about being pregnant is that you can feel really good about eating lots of those healthy fats like coconut oil, olive oil, avocados, nuts, coconut products, and healthy, organic meats.
- High Quality Protein – When it comes to protein, think quality. This means free range poultry and eggs, wild-caught salmon or other small types of seafood such as lobsters, crab, anchovies, and sardines. Organ meats, such as liver, from grass-fed animals are terrific for pregnant women.
- Probiotics – Your baby will receive their gut bacteria from you once they are born and during the first few months that you are breastfeeding. This is why it is vital that your own gut bacteria are healthy so that you can pass that on to your baby.
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