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The weight gain during pregnancy is a normal process. But often these extra pounds are not only due to the growing baby. The expectant mother is eating more frequently and their appetite is so great that is pointless to try to stop it. The thick belly grows not only to be twice that, but remains even after the nine months is unpleasantly large. Thinning then reads the motto, bacon must own and the extent must quickly be found. No wonder that many women come up with the idea, do not increase. Again and again, in that context is the question of diet during pregnancy asked. Is that even possible? It harms the baby? And what about your own well-being?
That a baby grows, more difficult and thus provides for additional pounds, is clear. From the fertilized ovum develops finally a man, but all processes in the body of the mother are also geared to assist this process. The hormone production is altered, the blood volume increases in certain nutrients will be strengthened from the intestine which metabolic processes are changing. All this is a huge change for the woman and also connected with changes in eating habits. The baby uses mercilessly in his’ larder ‘, to his mother. The energy is changing and not infrequently follows a huge hunger attack on the next one. But here it is important to distinguish. The caloric needs of a woman increases during pregnancy only slightly. From the fourth straight month that more than 300 kilo-calories per day. But it is much more important at this time, adequate supply of vitamins and minerals. Fruits and vegetables are exactly the food that the mother needed. And it provides not only the baby, but at the same time it creates, healthy and calorie-conscious on their own weight into account. From a strict diet in the sense in the development of pregnancy but in any case discouraged.
Neither combining, yet calorie reduction will help the expectant mother. On the contrary, there is a risk of shortage, just for the baby with complications that can lead to. So it is not only legitimate but also necessary to eat more. It comes just on the ‘what’ to. What is eaten? Not calories but nutrient density, that is the magic word. Do not eat less, but balanced and rich in nutrients that should be the supreme principle for a pregnant woman.
So after the birth of the future financing of the education of your children not to be short, you should already during pregnancy have appropriate precautionary measures informal options.
The weight gain during pregnancy is necessary, but should gradually take place. In the first three months, it is small: In the first 5 months between 250g and 300g per week, in the 6th and 7 Month between 350g and 400g and then between 450g and 500g until the end of pregnancy. Takes on average a woman during pregnancy from 10 to 12 kilos too.
Increase your energy intake.
If you are in pregnancy does not need to eat for two, it increases the energy of a pregnant woman nonetheless: At the beginning of pregnancy by about 2000 to 2200 and in subsequent months up to 2500 calories per day.
At the beginning of pregnancy is this energy in the form of proteins and fats stored. They then used for the development of breasts, uterus and the nutrition of the fetus necessary blood and mass education of the child.
Stop before the severe restrictions.
If you pre-pregnancy were slim, then narrow your diet does not – especially not if you have little to grow: The baby could otherwise small, poor and weak. This fragility is then – studies confirm this – until adulthood continue.
They also contain the baby important nutrients (iron, calcium, vitamin A, D and E), which for his (and your!) Health is important.
The psychology of women before becoming pregnant women varies from one to another; much depends on the age of stability in the couple experiences of other pregnancies, and has children or mothers, and so on. However, in most cases, a series of feelings, attitudes and approaches are common in almost all women. The thoughts that most often erupt in the minds of women referred to several aspects: the changes in lifestyle, work, physical appearance, relations with the couple and accountability.
New illusions
The future pregnancy often lived with great enthusiasm in the couple. The idea of creating a new life and the emergence of a new being that will depend on them for everything they fill with pride and satisfaction. Both women and men will see the new baby as a part and extension of themselves, and therefore will experience something great. Fatherhood and motherhood is one of the most important changes that occur in adulthood. This in turn produces a large enrichment not only a personal level, but the couple themselves.
Changes in lifestyle
All couples know that bringing a child into the world represents a major change in their lives. This causes fear and insecurity, since in many cases will be necessary to change some habits, deprived moments of intimacy, restrict social life, etc… And for many parents this is an endeavor so great that leads them to have some doubts before making the decision. In other cases, however, this is not an obstacle, as they try to find solutions to better organize their new life in this new family and living situation as an illusion and not a resignation. Sometimes, they must also rethink the need for a new home or that the condition is, this may cause some stress and the decision to stop a future pregnancy.
Work
In some women having to stop work is an obstacle. In many cases they are afraid of losing their job or not being able to balance work with the child’s education. In other cases are left to work for a while, but the reduction of revenue involved just becoming a problem for the family. Other times it is not the reduction of income, but the fear of leaving the profession and has to depend on the husband what the woman wants to avoid.
Faced with these problems, with the help of others, including grandparents, siblings, etc.. will contribute to this no longer be a problem, since women may be better organized, decide what you really want to do this and live in peace and enjoy the harmony with some new son.
Concern about physical appearance
The women were becoming more concerned about his physical appearance is not altered much during pregnancy, is afraid of losing control over his own body fat and excess. On the other hand, is also the fear of not recovering the appearance they had before becoming pregnant, that pregnancy and lactation spoiling their appearance and feel deprived and unattractive. All this, at times, they passed some uncertainty and bewilderment, and is afraid that this will affect their own self-esteem.
Life partner and sex
Approach. Pregnancy often triggers a rapprochement between the couple. Many women face a future pregnancy is the fear of being rejected by their partner and there is an estrangement. It is normal for a change in the relationship, but this need not be negative, as pregnancy tends to produce even more of an approach that had earlier, mainly due to an illusion and common project. It’s normal that sex is somehow being influenced by this situation, although in principle there are no problems that will continue to be, it may be desirable in some cases some recommendations, because there are circumstances and complicated pregnancies, requiring some control and any doubt, it is always advisable to consult with the gynecologist. We must remember and not forget that communication is fundamental to any couple and the best thing to do is put all these feelings, and any doubt is the best questions and spoke openly.
Disclaimer
There is a concern himself too will be able to be a good mother, to care for the child properly in the future what you need. There is also the fear of commitment that represents motherhood and the responsibilities involved. While it appears inevitable that some doubts and fears about future pregnancies, it will normally prevail happiness and enthusiasm. Sometimes can not avoid imagining what could be the new son and speculate on future family. Although in the minds of future pregnant logical fears exist a situation unknown to her, can not avoid, on the other hand, also filled with the hopes and dreams to the logical connection. In any case, it should be noted that throughout all time women have had children and that the woman’s body is prepared for pregnancy, because the change that occurs in women after pregnancy is gradual nine months and also allow you to adapt to the new situation.