Labor and Support
Finish the sentence:
Good nutrition supports a healthy pregnancy and...
Baby
T/F:
The Hear Her campaign supports CDC's efforts to prevent pregnancy-related deaths by sharing potentially life-saving messages about urgent maternal warning signs.
TRUE
Explanation:
The campaign seeks to encourage partners, friends, family, coworkers, and providers—anyone who supports pregnant and postpartum people—to really listen when she tells you something doesn't feel right. Acting quickly could help save a life.
What are the 3 ways your support system can help during labor?
Communication
Encourage self-care
Support and reassure
T/F: Protein helps build fetal tissues
TRUE
examples include:
-lean meat, beans, and eggs
Name 3 things that increases your risk of preterm labor?
•You’ve had a premature baby in the past
•You’re pregnant with multiples
•You have problems with your cervix or uterus now or in the past.
•Smoking, drinking or drugs
•Being under 20 years old or over 35 years old
•Stress
•Being over or under weight
•Family history
•Getting pregnant too soon after having a baby
•Certain medical conditions
A pregnant woman should aim for 8-10 cups of water a day.
What is Hydration?
Wild card:
Give me an of what would be on your MyPLATE during your pregnancy.
key* see your pregnancy nutrition handout
Fruit ex
veggie ex
grain ex
protein ex
dairy ex
This KEY nutrient reduces risk of anemia
What is IRON?
Examples include: red meat, spinach, and beans.
False
Explaination:
•Going into pre-term labor does not automatically mean that you will have a pre-term birth. But pre-term labor needs medical attention right away. Pre-term babies can be born with serious health problems.
How can pre-term labor be prevented? Name out of the examples you've learned today.
•Avoid smoking (including secondhand smoke), alcohol and drugs
•Eat a well-balanced diet with foods that contain folic acid and iron
•Be active every day for at least 30 minutes
•Reduce stress levels as much as possible
•Get medical conditions under control
•See your healthcare provider regularly
Nutrition elements for pregnant women that promotes healthy brain and nerve development
What is Iodine?
Delivery of the placenta is MUCH easier than delivery of baby
True
Explanation:
Usually, the placenta will slide out effortlessly but sometimes mom needs to give one more push to get it out. You may even have an urge to push.
Your doctor will do an examination to be sure all pieces of the placenta are intact, and if not, they will check to be sure nothing was left inside the uterus.
Name 3 out of the 7 signs and symptoms of preterm labor you've learned today.
•Change in vaginal discharge (watery, mucus, or bloody) or more vaginal discharge than usual
•Pressure in your pelvis or lower belly, like your baby is pushing down
•Constant low, dull backache
•Belly cramps with or without diarrhea
•Regular or frequent contractions that will make your belly tighten. May or may not be painful
•Your water breaks
•CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE SIGNS OR SYMPTOMS
This nutrient prevents birth defects. It can be found in 2 servings of dark green leafy vegetables, 2-3 servings of fruit, 3 servings of whole grains, and 2 servings of whole grains.
What is folate or folic acid?
What are 2 examples of "ways to curb unhealthy cravings??
-eat breakfast
-eat small, frequent meals
-get plenty of exercise
-have lots of emotional support
Fish such as shark, swordfish, king macrel, or tile fish (white snapper) contain high levels of what element?
What is mercury?
REMEMBER foods to avoid include:
Raw or Undercooked Meats: Risk of foodborne illness.
Unpasteurized Dairy or Juices: Avoid bacteria risks.
High-Mercury Fish: Avoid shark, swordfish, king mackerel.
Caffeine: Limit to 200 mg/day.
Alcohol: Avoid completely.
In regards to TRUE labor, walking tends to weaken contractions.
FALSE
Explanation:walking tends to make contractions stronger because it...