Finding out you’re pregnant is a moment you’ll never forget! – it marks the start of becoming a mom! You’re going to experience some truly wonderful and remarkable changes, (and if we’re honest a few that aren’t so wonderful too.) But we know that when you look down at your little one for the first time, those tougher moments will simply melt away. Of course, good nutrition has never been more important than when you’re pregnant, but what does that actually entail? What nutrients are needed to support baby’s development, and how do you make sure you’re eating enough to provide baby with everything they need?
Here we’ll guide you step-by-step through each pregnancy trimester, so you know the best foods to eat and when they’re most important.
Disclaimer: The information provided is the opinion of Good Feeding, it has not been evaluated by healthcare professionals, and is for educational purposes only. Before starting any new foods or feeding practices, please consult your baby's healthcare professional.
Baby’s flavour journey begins in the womb surrounded by your amniotic fluid. Breastfeed if possible to continue the flavour journey through your breast milk.
Flavor training starts before baby needs solids for nutrition. A ‘taste’, 1/2 teaspoon, is all that is required, after a milk feed.
Offer single vegetables where possible, especially in the first few months of flavor training. Avoid hiding ‘unliked’ foods in ‘liked’ foods.
If baby doesn’t like it the first time offer again and again. It can take up to 10 times before acceptance. Don’t be put off by funny faces baby is just getting used to something new. Continue to offer again and again, throughout infancy, toddlerhood and the preschool years
Be a positive role model at all ages and stages, show baby just how delicious those veggies are. Avoid allowing your own likes or dislikes, wants and expectations get in the way.
Disclaimer: The information provided is the opinion of Good Feeding, it has not been evaluated by healthcare professionals, and is for educational purposes only. Before starting any new foods or feeding practices, please consult your baby's healthcare professional.
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Becoming a new parent has always been a period of heightened emotions and uncertainty. During the Covid-19 crisis, parents-to-be and new parents face unique challenges, increasing feelings of uncertainty and worry.