002: health / pregnancy chuchu

Question 1

DOs in preparing for pregnancy:

Answer 1

• see doctor for advice
• dental check-up
• ask doctor if you need vaccination
• discuss with doctor ur family health history
• change habits; avoid cigarettes, alcohol, and drugs
• have a healthy weight
• check if workplace / work is safe for pregnancy

Question 2

Health conditions that may occur during pregnancy

Answer 2

• pre-ecplampsia
• placenta previa
• gestational diabetes

Question 3

Condition wherein the mother experiences high blood pressure and high amount of protein in urine

Answer 3

Pre-eclampsia

Question 4

Complication wherein the placenta is inserted in the lower uterine segment, may be partial or whole

Answer 4

Placenta previa

Question 5

Condition wherein a mother who was not diabetic acquires high level of blood glucose during pregnancy. High blood glucose level is the cause.

Answer 5

Gestational diabetes

Question 6

Food tips for the mother during pregnancy:

Answer 6

• eat from each of the food groups everyday
• drink plenty of water
• avoid caffeinated drink
• eat small amounts of food high in fats, sugar, and salt
• eat food that is freshly prepared
• eat a balanced diet
• take multivitamins