Eating right in pregnancy is important to for your health and to achieve an optimal baby growth, so that your baby is not too big or too small. A woman is expected to gain about 12kg during pregnancy. The recommended diet is a balanced one, high in protein, low in fat, low in carbohydrate, and rich in calcium, folic acid, and iron.

It is advised that you

1. Eat balanced meals containing cereals, grains, meat, vegetables, fruits
2. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day
3. Avoid fried foods
4. Reduce intake of drinks containing caffeine e.g. lipton, coffee, coke
5. Ensure the meat, egg or fish you eat is well cooked/boiled
6. Reduce intake of artificial sweeteners
7. Do not smoke cigarette or share a room with a smoker
8. Do not take alcohol
9. Avoid herbs and do not take drugs without doctor’s prescription
10. If you have food cravings, please visit your doctor