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I am coming up to 20 weeks of pregnancy. I've got a bit of a bump but don't seem to be putting any weight on. I haven't changed my diet, and I still eat the same kind of stuff I did before I was pregnant. What do I need to do? |
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Your unborn baby is entirely dependent on you for nourishment. Pregnancy requires an increase of 300 calories daily in the second and third trimesters to provide the nutients necessary for baby's growth and development. This increased need requires at least a few modifications to your "usual" intake to get the additional calories, protein, and nutrients needed. The purpose of BabyFit is to assist you in developing and maintaining proper nutrition and fitness habits during pregnancy. The tools on our site are intended to help you achieve a healthy weight gain and optimal nutrition for the best pregnancy outcome possible. Be sure to read Proper Nutrition Is Essential For You And Your Baby: A Pregnancy Nutrition Guide and Pregnancy Weight Gain: How Much Is Enough? to help you determine the next steps you need to take. Tanya Jolliffe, Babyfit Nutritionist |
