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Pregnancy Meal Plan - Part 2

for calcium - u can take spinach, paneer, cheese.... Food options for CALCIUM FIBER - Fruits and Vegetables PROTEIN requirements during Pregnancy Include all food groups in meals+snacks... Dinner can be soup or Salad of baby spinach or lettuce +boiled egg or grilled chicken/turkey +black beans or kidney beans +shreadded cheese or cottage cheese +salt/pepper+drizzle of olive oil or lemon juice + carrots or broccoli or corn LENTIL DOSA 1/2 cup - Urad dal 1/2 cup - Toor dal 1/2 cup - Moong dal 1/2 cup - Chana dal 1/2 cup - whole moong dal 1/2 cup - rice and 1 table spoon Methi seeds Soak all the above and grind it and keep it overnight to ferment, You can have 4-5 dosa's for lunch. SAMPLE DIET FOR GESTATIONAL DIABETER http://diet.lovetoknow.com/wiki/Sample_Diet_for_Gestational_Diabetes OR SAMPLE MENU'S http://pregnancy.emedtv.com/gestational-diabetes/gestational-diabetes-sample-menu.html OR DIET PLAN http://chinese-school.netfirms.com/diabetes-gestatio...

cool videos

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Dry Throat and Nose Bleeds in Winter.

Nose bleeds are common in the winters and during pregnancy. Apply coconut oil to your nostrils at night. Vicks vapour-rub makes the nose dry - avoid using it. Avoid blowing your nose too hard. READ: http://www.babycenter.com/0_nosebleeds-d uring-pregnancy_255.bc Cool mist humidifier is more useful than the warm mist one. Keep warm water in a flask at ur bedside... staying hydrated is important, especially in the winter - as we tend to drink less water in the cold season. Going to pee at night...many many times...well...dats a part of every Pregnancy...

Tips for Gestational Diabetes - Part 2

>Eat a variety of Foods >Don't skip meals. >Eat a good breakfast. Limit Carbs...Boost Protein...Avoid Fruit and Juice. >Include High-fiber foods. Fresh fruit and vegetables...whole grain breads or cereal...beans and legumes >Limit foods containing sugars...sodas, fruit juice, flavored teas, most desserts >Limit milk intake to max. 2glasses per day - as lactose is a natural sugar >WALK after meals... 15 to 30mins... will reduce your blood sugar levels. >Snacks: Mixed Nuts...Dried Apricots, Plums, Prunes, Craisins...cheese... >lentins/dal doesn't work for everyone... check your readings after meals...limit 1/2cup >chappatis...limit 2 per meal >make curries with base sause of Spinach or Tomato. >Try tofu... it helps to bring down the numbers >Salads fill up your tummy... pick smart ingredients. >Greens are Good... Avocado, Spinach, green leafy veggies, Peas, Green beans, moong dal(easier to digest than other lentils) >Ser...

some important links... for Baby 3 to 6months

Help your baby learn to talk Guide to Motor Development Month by Month - Baby's First Year Physical Development and Milestones Social Development Making Baby Smile and Laugh Enjoy Reading the above links!!

Have a Happy and Healthy Pregnancy - American Baby

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Eating Healthy while Breast feeding

Your milk quality will not suffer from poor eating habits, but your own health is sure to suffer...So, Eat Well!! for your own good. As your child gets older, she will pick up on your eating habits... So, Dad's and mom's maintain a healthy menu and junk food moderation, right from the start!! Drink Plenty of Water : It is most important to stay hydrated while breast feeding your LO. Your body needs tremendous amount of water during lactation. Symptoms of dehydration are : Irritability, loss of energy and focus. Follow the Food Pyramid : 6 servings of Whole Grains 2 servings of Fruit 3 servings of Vegetables 2 servings of Milk Products 2 servings of Meats 1 serving of Fats and Sweets What to avoid? Certain foods pass into your breast milk and may cause allergic reactions in your baby... for e.g. fussiness, rash, diarrhea, vomiting or refusal to nurse... Common problem causing foods to keep a check on are : Caffine -- Chocolate -- Citrus fruits -- Dairy Product...