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Bread, breakfast cereals, potatoes, rice, pasta, couscous, cornmeal, yams and sweet potatoes[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#000000″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”600″][vc_column_text]\n
Make these a main part of every meal and eat wholegrain or high-fibre varieties when you can[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”50″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”0.5″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Oranges, apples, bananas, mangoes, carrots, peas and tomatoes[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”0.5″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#000000″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”600″][vc_column_text]\n
Try to eat at least five servings a day[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”50″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Milk, hard cheese, yogurt, fromage frais[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#000000″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”600″][vc_column_text]\n
Three servings per day will provide enough calcium and iodine to meet your requirements[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”50″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”0.5″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Beef, lamb, pork, chicken, beans, lentils, nuts, eggs and fish[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”0.5″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#000000″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”600″][vc_column_text]\n
Three servings per day will provide enough calcium and iodine to meet your requirements[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”50″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Olive oil, rapeseed oil, soya oil, butter and fat spreads[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#000000″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”600″][vc_column_text]\n
Use sparingly[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”middle” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”50″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ec008c” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Crisps, fizzy drinks, chocolate, sweets, cakes, pastries and biscuits[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ec008c” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”600″][vc_column_text]\n
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Iodine supports normal cognitive function, as well as normal growth of the baby.<\/span><\/p>\n
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To meet your iodine requirements have three portions of milk products each day and two servings of fish and some eggs each week.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#cadb36″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#000000″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Calcium is needed for normal growth and development of children\u2019s bones.<\/span><\/p>\n
Other foods that can help towards calcium intake include white bread, <\/span>some types of nuts and seeds, green <\/span>leafy vegetables, some types of <\/span>beans and peas and tinned fish with <\/span>bones (like sardines and pilchards).<\/span><\/p>\n
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If your diet is lacking in iron, you may feel very tired and become anaemic. <\/span><\/p>\n
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Alternatively, foods such as green leafy vegetables, breakfast cereals with added iron, beans, lentils and nuts also contain some iron. To make the most of iron, eat these foods with vitamin C-rich foods (e.g. kiwis, tomatoes) at the same meal, as vitamin C boosts iron uptake. Avoid drinking tea or coffee at mealtimes as they can reduce iron absorption.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40″][nectar_cta btn_style=”next-section” btn_type=”down-arrow-bounce” next_section_color=”#ffffff” next_section_down_arrow_animation=”default” next_section_shadow=”none” alignment=”center” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”none” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#ffffff” full_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”vitalvitamins” overlay_strength=”0.5″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”zoom-out” parallax_bg=”true” parallax_bg_speed=”fixed” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”reverse” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”10″ bottom_padding=”10″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”50px” top_margin_tablet=”50″ top_margin_phone=”50″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”2\/3″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1617801383873{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n
Take a 400\u03bcg (microgram) folic acid tablet once a day while trying for a baby, (ideally start three months before) and for the first 12 weeks of pregnancy. This will reduce the risk of neural tube defects (NTD) such as spina bifida. If you or your partner have a family history of NTD, you\u2019re taking anti-epileptic medication or you have diabetes, speak to your GP as you will need a higher dose.<\/p>\n
Also choose high folate foods (e.g. green leafy vegetables) or foods with added folic acid (e.g. some breakfast cereals) – check the label to see if folic acid has been added.<\/p>\n
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Take a 10\u03bcg vitamin D supplement daily. These are available in pharmacies and from the Healthy Start Scheme \u2013 ask your midwife or GP for advice.<\/p>\n
Being outdoors with some skin exposed in the spring and summer will top up your vitamin D levels. Most vitamin D comes from the action of summer sunlight on our skin but remember to cover up or protect your skin before your skin starts to turn red or burn. Oily fish contains vitamin D.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” top_padding=”15″ left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Liver, liver sausage, and p\u00e2t\u00e9, fish liver oil supplements or any supplements containing retinol. High-dose multivitamin supplements.<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
Which could be harmful to your unborn baby.<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
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e.g. Danish blue, Roquefort, Gorgonzola<\/p>\n
e.g. Camembert, Brie, Chevre (unless cooked thoroughly)<\/span><\/p>\n
Listeria is a bug that can lead to miscarriage or severe illness in the newborn. Thankfully it is very rare.<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
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e.g. Cheddar, Double Gloucester, Cheshire, Red Leicester<\/p>\n
e.g. Mozzarella, cream cheese, cottage cheese, soft herb and garlic cheese, cheese spread triangles<\/p>\n
These foods are best avoided when pregnant as salmonella is a common cause of food poisoning.<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
With no traces of pink or blood.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ffffff” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
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e.g. unpasteurised <\/span>soft goats cheese or products made with raw milk<\/span><\/p>\n
Toxoplasmosis is caused by a bug that has been found in raw meat and cat faeces in cat litter and soil. This infection has been known to cause harm to the unborn baby. Thankfully it is very rare.<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
If you plan to eat cured meat cold then freeze it for four days before eating; this kills most parasites. If you are concerned you may choose to avoid cold cured meat.<\/span><\/p>\n
including bio-yogurt and cheeses\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
e.g. oysters<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
This can be harmful to an unborn baby\u2019s nervous system.<\/p>\n
Tuna (no more than 2 steaks or 4 medium-sized tins a week)<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#ffffff” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
(when the fish used to make it has not been frozen first \u2013 ask in restaurants)<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
These can make you ill.<\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
(it is a requirement <\/span>that the raw fish used to make it must have been frozen first)<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”40″][nectar_cta btn_style=”next-section” btn_type=”down-arrow-bounce” next_section_color=”#ec008c” next_section_down_arrow_animation=”default” next_section_shadow=”none” alignment=”center” alignment_tablet=”default” alignment_phone=”default” display_tablet=”inherit” display_phone=”inherit”][divider line_type=”No Line” custom_height=”20″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_content” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”none” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#cadb36″ full_height=”yes” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” id=”caffeine” overlay_strength=”0.5″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”zoom-out” parallax_bg=”true” parallax_bg_speed=”fixed” shape_type=””][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bottom_padding=”20″ left_padding_desktop=”10%” right_padding_desktop=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” top_margin=”50px” top_margin_tablet=”50″ top_margin_phone=”50″ column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” centered_text=”true” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” font_color=”#ffffff” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-bottom” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1617807732070{padding-top: 20px !important;padding-bottom: 20px !important;}”]\n
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Caffeine is found in some foods and drinks, such as coffee, tea, energy drinks, some fizzy drinks and chocolate. Caffeine is also added to some medications including cold and flu remedies. Try to limit your caffeine intake to no more than 200mg a day during pregnancy and breastfeeding.<\/p>\n
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With the birth to recover from, broken sleep, and a new baby to look after, you\u2019ve got a lot on your plate, so it\u2019s important to take care of yourself too. <\/span><\/p>\n
You might want to make use of quick and convenient meals and snacks and consider meals that lend themselves to batch cooking so that you are not having to cook every day.
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Breastfeeding has long-term benefits for your baby, lasting right into adulthood. Any amount of breastmilk is beneficial, and the longer you breastfeed, the longer the protection lasts and the greater the benefits.<\/p>\n
Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months of your baby’s life. After that, giving your baby breastmilk alongside solid foods for as long as you and your baby want will help them grow and develop healthily.<\/p>\n
Your diet while breastfeeding should look the same as a healthy, balanced diet for everyone. This will help ensure you get all the nutrients you and your baby need.<\/p>\n
Breastfeeding will probably make you a bit hungrier than usual. Be guided by your appetite, and choose a variety of foods from the healthy diet guide<\/a><\/p>\n[divider line_type=”no-line” custom_height=”30″]\n
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Breastfeeding women need an extra <\/strong>550mg calcium a day \u2013 that\u2019s an increase of almost 80%. You will get this in a 250ml glass of milk and a 150g pot of yogurt (543mg calcium). See page 10 for more suggestions of calcium rich snacks.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Iodine requirements increase by a third during pregnancy and breastfeeding. A higher amount is needed so that breastmilk contains enough iodine for your baby\u2019s developing brain. Fish, milk, yogurt and eggs are good sources of iodine.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Protein requirements increase during breastfeeding – an additional 11g per day up to 6 months, and 8g per day beyond 6 months. Good sources of protein include beans, pulses, fish, eggs, meat, nuts, milk, cheese and yogurt.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
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There is no reason to avoid peanuts during pregnancy and breastfeeding unless you are allergic to them.<\/p>\n
You may have heard in the past that some women chose not to eat peanuts. However, government advice changed because there was no clear evidence that eating peanuts while pregnant or breastfeeding affects your baby\u2019s chances of developing a peanut allergy.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Mums-to-be should only avoid dairy if they have a medically diagnosed cow\u2019s milk allergy. Breastfeeding mums should only avoid <\/span>it if they or their baby have a diagnosed cow\u2019s milk allergy.<\/span><\/p>\n
It is important to get enough calcium in your diet, because along with vitamin D, it is needed for the growth and development of your baby\u2019s bones. Milk, hard cheese and yogurt all provide calcium as well as other important nutrients including protein, potassium, iodine and many of the B vitamins. If you are breastfeeding you\u2019ll need even more calcium than when you were pregnant, so make sure you have enough calcium-rich foods in your diet.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Yogurt is made from heat-treated milk. The bacteria that are added are a special \u2018friendly\u2019 type that are not harmful. So it\u2019s safe and nutritious.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Caffeine can be passed through your milk and may make your baby restless. Try to limit caffeine to less than 200mg a day, which is 2 mugs of tea and a plain chocolate bar, or 2 mugs of instant coffee. Try decaffeinated tea and coffee, or a glass of water or milk instead.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
You can drink these in moderation; no more than four cups a day. And stick to those made with ingredients that are a normal part of the diet \u2013 for example mint or blackcurrant tea.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
A healthy weight gain during pregnancy depends on your weight when you become pregnant. Don\u2019t try to \u2018diet\u2019 while pregnant or breastfeeding as you and your baby need plenty of nutrients from healthy foods. Focus on having a variety of foods (see page 2) and ask you midwife for advice if you are gaining too much weight.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Think fibre, fluid and activity. Eat plenty of high-fibre food such as wholemeal bread, high-fibre breakfast cereals, lentils, chickpeas, baked beans, fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of liquids. Keeping active is also important.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
We should eat at least one portion of oily fish a week. These include mackerel, pilchards, salmon, sardines, trout, fresh tuna and whitebait. Tinned tuna does not count as oily fish. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding only eat up to two portions of oily fish a week.<\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”top” column_margin=”40px” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” left_padding_desktop=”22%” right_padding_desktop=”22%” left_padding_tablet=”10%” right_padding_tablet=”10%” left_padding_phone=”10%” right_padding_phone=”10%” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”correctblock” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_tablet=”padding-2-percent” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_direction_desktop=”default” column_element_spacing=”default” desktop_text_alignment=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” background_color=”#fff200″ background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_backdrop_filter=”none” column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”20px” column_link_target=”_self” overflow=”visible” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”reveal-from-left” animation_easing=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_color=”#ffffff” column_border_style=”solid” delay=”300″][vc_column_text]\n
Experts recommend avoiding alcohol during pregnancy or if you\u2019re planning to become pregnant. It\u2019s safest to not to drink alcohol at all to keep risks to your baby to a minimum.<\/p>\n
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First Steps Nutrition Trust (2020) Eating well for new mums [accessed 08\/2022]<\/a><\/p>\n
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