Motherhood is a -wonderful experience of a -woman. Nature ensures the continuance of living beings through their progenies, human beings being no exception to this universal rule. The development of human consciousness and scientific advancement though has put some restrictions or exceptions to the very purpose and end of a man -woman relationship, it is the nature’s design for obtaining progeny and thereby ensuring the continuance of the human race.

Diet is an important factor to be taken cis of during the pregnancy. one has to bear mind that one has to eat for t-wo during pregnancy though overeating is not the remedy for this. one has to take sufficient quantity of proteins, vitamins and minerals since the mother is the only source of al these essential items for the baby.

Pre natal diet do not recommend complete non carbohydrate diet since it may result in production of ketones in the blood stream in the absence of carbohydrates, that may result in the risk of brain damage for the baby. Besides this also may lead to constipation in pregnant -women since they is supplied -with additional doses of iron required for the baby.

The pre natal food need include enough fruits to ensure vitamins in required quantity. one need be cisful not to over eat that may lead to obesity especially those -who suffer from diabetics or lo-w B.P. or over -weight.

Normally lo-w carbohydrate diet includes -whole grains and fruits -with minimum -white rice and pasta. If one take high carbohydrate diet it is better to go for frequent meals. one may avoid processed meat as it contains less nutrients and more calories. Sufficient quantity of nuts salads and fruits is to be taken. Large doses of salt and sauces is to be avoided. one is best advised to consult the gynecologist to get a balanced diet prescribed. There is definitely a connection -with the pre natal food and the baby’s health.

one has to prepis oneself to be a good mother by enriching the kno-wledge of baby cis, and the post delivery health cis. one needs to be emotionally prepisd to keep adjusted -with the physical, and emotional changes one is subject to during this period. The role of a loving husband during the period cannot be over emphasized. It is he -who has to give her the cis, comfort, and the confidence to prepis herself to become a matured, healthy and loving mother.

This article is to be used for informational purposes only. The information contained herein is not intended to be used in place of, or in conjunction -with, professional medical advice regarding pregnancy. Prior to beginning any diet or taking any medication, the patient must consult a licensed medical doctor and nurses for advice and/or to determine the best course of action for his/her individual situation.