Jonash Morales

BSN 2-1

Answer the following questions

1. Why is proper nutrition critical during pregnancy?

Because this is the period at which the infant's development starts, and because it helps the newborn
get the nutrients he needs for his health, it is extremely important. In addition to this, it will assist to
ensure that both mother and her baby grow the ideal amount of weight during your pregnancy.
Consuming a diet rich in nutrients during pregnancy can help lower the chance of many congenital
anomalies, as well as promote healthy brain development and a healthy birth weight for the baby.
Because the mother cannot prevent the fetus from sharing her meals with her during this period of
pregnancy, it is of the utmost importance that she takes care of herself during this time. And if the
mother does not take proper care of herself at this stage, it might result in a wide variety of
complications. Aside from proper diet, it is especially important to stay hydrated during pregnancy.
During pregnancy, your body need an increased amount of water in order to maintain proper
hydration and provide nourishment for the growing life inside of you. Therefore, it is essential to
consume an enough amount of fluids on a daily basis. Remember that you are the only one who can
manage the diet that you require, so choose thoughtfully in accordance with the requirements of the
baby.

2. Comment on the saying, "A pregnant mother eats for two,"

Eating for two, in my opinion, refers to the idea that you should focus more on improving the quality
of your food than the quantity. It is essential for both mother and unborn child that you maintain a
healthy diet throughout her pregnancy in order to ensure that they both get the necessary nutrients and
that they grow the appropriate amount of weight. It is extremely important to maintain a healthy diet
when pregnant since anything you consume will be passed on to the developing fetus. If you are
unaware of the nutritional value of the foods you will consume, it may have an impact on the growth
of the fetus. In order to have a healthy baby, you should eat a diet that is healthy, balanced, and seek
out the appropriate number of nutrients and minerals to the physician.

3. What are common diet-related problems during pregnancy? Give suggestions to reduce or control
such problems.
Inadequate diets during pregnancy that are deficient in essential nutrients such as iodine, iron, folate,
calcium, and zinc can lead to complications such as anemia, pre-eclampsia, and even mortality in the
mother. In addition to this, they have been linked to stillbirths, low birthweights, stunted growth, and
developmental problems in children. I will recommend that you consider the quality of the food that you
will consume and be aware of the restrictions placed on the amount of certain nutrients that you can take
in. In order to ensure that you gain a healthy amount of weight throughout your pregnancy, it is
imperative that you consult your obstetrician regarding the appropriate amount of weight gain for you
during pregnancy and then adhere to a diet plan that consists of nutrient-dense meals. The term "diet"
should not be used during pregnancy because this is not the time to focus on weight loss.