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What is Antenatal Care?

Antenatal care also known as prenatal care is the assessment of mother and fetus during pregnancy. The routine visits are approximately 12 to 15 times and involve assessment of it during the pregnancy period.

The objective of antenatal care is to make sure that you identify threats that may affect the health of the mother fetus or newborn. Moreover, we at Nimaaya make sure that a high-quality life and positive experience are provided after birth.

The main factor that contributes to the success rate in antenatal care is that nutritional requirements during pregnancy should be kept in mind. Let’s explore the objectives of antenatal care:

Objective of Antenatal Care

The main objectives of antenatal care are:
– Promotes healthy well-being of mother and child both
– Early detection of high-risk cases and minimizing it
– Taking care of nutrition, sanitation and hygiene
– Decrease maternal and infant mortality rate
– Advice on family planning
– Try to eliminate the tension that mothers go through throughout the process
– Providing appropriate treatment to reduce complications during pre or post-pregnancy.

Nutrition Requirements During Antenatal Care

Taking care of nutrition in pregnancy is highly recommended by antenatal care experts. Remember having a balanced diet is important for pregnant women keeping her and his child healthy.
It is observed that the nutritional requirements in pregnancy relatively increase as compared to the normal time period. Let’s explore these nutrients one by one:

Vitamin A

For healthy skin, eyesight, and bone growth you need to consume carrots, leafy vegetables, and sweet potatoes that are considered to be a good source of vitamin A.

Iron

The benefit of this nutrient is that it helps deliver oxygen to the baby. The most common source includes peas, red beans, and cereals rich in iron.

Vitamin B6

It helps the body use protein, fat, and carbohydrates. It is recommended to consume bananas, beef, pork, and other nutritional requirements for prenatal care.