Use fats, oil and sugar sparingly
Focus on healthy fats instead from sources like olive oil, avocados and coldwater fish.
Increase your fibre intake
Constipation can be a painful experience, so include fruits and brans in you diet everyday.
Avoid unsafe food
Steer clear of raw or unpasteurised foods like sushi, seafood and certain cheeses. If in doubt of the hygiene during preparation, don’t eat it and put baby at risk of infection.
Avoid excessive weight gain, but don’t go on diets too
Overweight mothers are at higher risk of pregnancy complications like gestational diabetes and complex labour. But also don’t skip meals or diet at this time as restricting calories can stunt baby’s growth.
