Self Care During Pregnancy

• Take prenatal vitamins
• Eat a healthy balanced diet
  • Small frequent meals
  • Crackers at bedtime
  • Crackers in the morning
• Do not try to lose weight during your pregnancy
• Take plenty of calcium
  • Milk
  • Cheese
  • Yogurt
  • Fortified juices
• Take plenty of iron
• Avoid alcohol
• Try to quit smoking
• Get plenty of rest
• Do not take any medications unless otherwise directed by your doctor

Citation:  Mayo Clinic - Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/fetal-development/PR00114