Maternal nutrition Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
When should pregnant women/women wishing to become pregnant take folic acid?
A
400 micrograms folic acid until week 12
ideally started 12 weeks prior to conception
2
Q
What does obesity in pregnancy increase risk of?
A
pregnancy-induced hypertension
VTE
GDM
LGA babies
prolonged labour
requirement for pain relief
3
Q
What dose vitamin D supplement should all women take in pregnancy and lactation?
A
10 micrograms per day (400 IU)
4
Q
What foods should be avoided in pregnancy?
A
vitamin A/retinol
alcohol
caffeine >200mg
mercury (predatory fish eg. swordfish, marlin, tuna, shark)
