What You Need to Know for a Healthy Pregnancy

A BABY'S BRAIN DEVELOPMENT STARTS IN THE WOMB

From the moment a baby is conceived, their brain and intelligence develop in direct proportion to the mother's nutrition. Remember, for a healthy pregnancy, your baby receives nourishment from what you eat.

For this reason, the diet you follow throughout your pregnancy and the additional vitamins and minerals you take have a direct impact on the development of your little one.

Among the nutrients you should take during your pregnancy, folic acid, calcium, zinc, B group vitamins, vitamin D, iron and omega 3 are the most important.

You can also use vitamins and minerals that have antioxidant effects for the immune system, eye and skin health.

You can continue to use omega-3 and other vitamin-mineral supplements after pregnancy to protect brain health and support your baby's development.

DO NOT MISS HEALTHY OILS FROM YOUR TABLE!

When you think of 'consuming fat', you might think of strict diet lists, but remember that your body also needs fat to function healthily.

Of course, it is not possible to get this deficiency from meals prepared with hamburgers, fries and margarine; on the contrary, these are extremely unhealthy for your body.

However, you should remember that not every oil is harmful.

Some help with heart and brain function, while others support both mother and unborn baby development for a healthy pregnancy. Omega-3 is another good type of fat.

START FILLING YOUR TANKS 3 MONTHS BEFORE GETTING PREGNANT!

Omega 3 fatty acids are fatty acids that are essential for the body but cannot be produced by the body.

It's found mostly in fish, walnuts, green leafy vegetables, and flaxseed. If it can't be obtained through food or is insufficient, it can also be obtained through supplements.

Omega-3 use during pregnancy plays a particularly important role in the development of both mental and motor functions of the baby.

For this reason, it is recommended to take omega-3 supplements in addition to the vitamins recommended by a doctor during pregnancy.

For more details, you can read the page on vitamins that should be used during pregnancy .

Especially in planned pregnancies, doctors recommend storing a certain amount of omega-3 fat in the mother's body, starting before pregnancy.

In such cases, it's beneficial to start three months in advance. This beneficial fatty acid helps you have a healthy pregnancy while also protecting against the risk of premature birth and postpartum depression, commonly known as postpartum fever.

BENEFITS OF OMEGA 3 FOR MOTHER AND BABY

• Omega 3 reduces the risk of premature birth during pregnancy.
• Omega 3 helps keep you away from postpartum depression.
• Omega 3 helps the baby to be born with a normal weight.
• Omega-3 means more sleep after birth. It's been observed that expectant mothers who consume adequate amounts of Omega-3 throughout pregnancy experience fewer sleep problems and their babies fall asleep more easily.
• Omega-3 protects girls from breast cancer and boys from prostate cancer. Omega-3 supplements taken during pregnancy reduce the risk of breast cancer in girls and prostate cancer in boys.
  

FOR A COMFORTABLE AND ENJOYABLE PREGNANCY...

Going to your doctor's check-ups on time and regularly is very important for a comfortable and enjoyable pregnancy.

During this period, you should eat a balanced and healthy diet, exercise regularly, walk, and give your body enough rest, as recommended by your doctor.

During pregnancy, you should create a healthy nutrition plan consisting of 3 main meals and 3 snacks.

You should be careful to get all the nutrients you need throughout the day. Avoid consuming small, unbalanced, or low-nutrient foods for fear of gaining excess weight.

You should be careful to consume foods containing protein and calcium.

Milk and dairy products are rich in calcium. You can enjoy a bowl of yogurt with a serving of fruit as a snack.

Another example of a healthy snack would be nuts. You can eat almonds, hazelnuts, and walnuts, which are rich in omega-3s.

You should also continue to consume fish regularly during pregnancy.

However, when choosing fish, we recommend that you consume fish varieties that your doctor has approved.

We should also point out that you cannot get the omega 3 you need from the 'fish fingers', 'fish sticks' and canned tuna sold at frozen food stands.

These are not healthy sources of omega-3. If you cannot eat fish due to smell or taste sensitivities or other reasons, you can use omega-3 supplements.

BENEFITS OF USE OF OMEGA 3 DURING PREGNANCY

• It helps lower blood pressure and protect heart health.
  
• It helps balance cholesterol and reduces conditions such as arteriosclerosis.
  
• It reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke.
  
• It supports brain health.
  
• It ensures the baby's brain and eye development.

Omega 3 should not be stopped even after birth.

Remember that the Omega 3 you use regularly during your pregnancy will also be one of your greatest helpers during breastfeeding.

For a healthy functioning body and mind, continue to consume omega-3 regularly and in sufficient amounts as recommended by your doctor.

It directly affects school success.

Sufficient omega-3 supplementation throughout your pregnancy is crucial for your child's academic success. Children whose mothers take omega-3 supplements have significantly better hand-eye coordination and improved comprehension and cognitive skills.

For more details, please read the page "The role of hormones and hormonal balance during pregnancy ." You'll find practical information and recommendations about the role of hormones and hormonal balance during pregnancy.