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Nutrition in Pregnancy

A few questions before we start. Which nutrient is needed during pregnancy for strong blood?SeleniumVitamin CIronMagnesium. Questions Continued. Which describes healthy weight gain for pregnancy?Women should gain 0.5 to 1.0 pounds per week (0.2 0.5 kg) in the 2nd and 3rd trimestersWomen sho

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Nutrition in Pregnancy

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    1. Nutrition in Pregnancy Welcome to our session on nutrition in pregnancy! This presentation is part of a series of nutrition training sessions. The goal of these sessions is to train people in aboriginal communities to be able to teach others in their communities basic nutrition information. These presentations are designed to be interactive and we try to provide participants with tools and resources that they can use to teach others in their communities. Welcome to our session on nutrition in pregnancy! This presentation is part of a series of nutrition training sessions. The goal of these sessions is to train people in aboriginal communities to be able to teach others in their communities basic nutrition information. These presentations are designed to be interactive and we try to provide participants with tools and resources that they can use to teach others in their communities.

    2. A few questions before we start Which nutrient is needed during pregnancy for strong blood? Selenium Vitamin C Iron Magnesium

    3. Questions Continued… Which describes healthy weight gain for pregnancy? Women should gain 0.5 to 1.0 pounds per week (0.2 – 0.5 kg) in the 2nd and 3rd trimesters Women should only gain the weight of the baby during pregnancy – about 8 pounds (3.6 kg). Obese women shouldn’t gain weight during pregnancy, they should try to lose weight The more weight you gain the healthier your baby will be.

    4. Questions continued… Which of the following is safe to take during pregnancy Vitamin A supplement Gin and Tonic 1 cup regular coffee per day Marijuana

    5. Questions Continued… I would feel comfortable teaching others in my community about nutrition in pregnancy. Disagree 1 2 3 4 5 Agree

    6. After this session, you should be able to Explain what healthy eating in pregnancy is Explain the important nutrients in pregnancy Describe healthy weight gain during pregnancy Know tips for morning sickness and constipation Know risks of drugs and alcohol during pregnancy Teach others about nutrition in pregnancy

    7. A Story Crystal is 16 years old and she just found out that she is pregnant. She goes to the health centre in her community because they are making baby blankets. When she’s there, she starts talking to the nurse. The nurse learns that Crystal wants a healthy baby, but she doesn’t want to give up having fun with her friends.

    8. Healthy Eating During Pregnancy The bottom line: Eat foods from all four food groups as described by “Eating Well with Canada’s Food Guide” Take a prenatal multivitamin Some nutrients are extra important during pregnancy

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