Ang mommy-to-be, kailangan nga bang kumain for two (for mommy at for baby)?
Ang wastong pag-bigat ng timbang ni mommy habang buntis ay maaring makatulong sa development ni baby, upang siya ay magkaroon ng healthy weight gain at birth, hanggang sa kanyang paglaki.
Ideally, hindi kailangan ng extra calories during the first 3 months of pregnancy para sa mga mommy na may healthy weight na bago pa man mabuntis. Pero sa mga huling buwan ng pregnancy, kailangan ng 300-450 extra calories. At sa unang 6 months ng lactation, kailangan ng extra 500 calories per day.
References:
- Siega-Riz AM, Viswanathan M, Moos MK, Dierlein A, Mumford S, Knaack J, Thieda P, Lux LJ, Lohr KN. A systematic review of outcomes of maternal weight gain according to the Institute of Medicine recommendations: birthweight, fetal growth, and postpartum weight retention. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2009;201:339.e1-14. Doi: 10.1016/j.ajog.2009.07.002
- IOM (Institute of Medicine). Dietary Reference Instakes for Energy, Carbohyfrate, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, and Amino Acids. Washington, D.C.: The National Academies Press, 2002.
- IOM (Institute of Medicine) and NRC (National Research Council). Weight Gain During Pregnancy: Reexamining the Guidelines. Washington, D.C.:The National Academies Press, 2009.
This website provides general information for educational purposes only. For concerns about your pregnancy, consult with your healthcare professional.
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