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Whether you have a
baby on the way or are hoping to become pregnant soon, it is
important to ensure that you and your baby get all the nutrients you
both need every day. Healthy eating strategies include following the
guidelines established in the USDA Food Guide Pyramid -- which
targets plenty of whole grains, breads, pasta and rice; lots of fruit
and vegetables; dairy products; and protein. Occasionally indulging
in healthy snacks is permissible, too, as long as you're eating
moderately and drinking plenty of water. This is also a good time to
cut back on caffeine, so keep an eye on your consumption of
chocolate, coffee, tea, and colas.
Staying healthy with nutrition
Your doctor may also recommend natural food sources that contain
folic acid. Prepare meals that include walnuts, avocados, sprouts,
spinach, fortified breads and cereals, and wheat germ. And be certain
to check with your doctor before taking natural supplements or
vitamins.
Fitness programs are also important for moms-to-be. Studies indicate
that reasonably performed exercise doesn't appear to cause harm, and
may, in fact, have benefits -- the key is finding the level that's
right for you. Your doctor may recommend a walking program or other
fitness activity that fits in with your schedule and acts as a good
stress reducer.
Pick the perfect bouquet for the mom-to-be
Organization is another stress reliever: If your baby's room is
in order before the big day (the chest of drawers is stocked with
diapers and the crib is set up and ready to go), you'll rest easier
when you return home. Once the baby's room is fully equipped with all
the essentials, spend an hour or two thumbing through a book of names
to select something that is just right for your new bundle.
Personally, we like the ring of Mary Margaret.
While there are many reasons for teaching kids to cook -- less expensive than eating out, preserves family heritage, etc, the most important
reason is that by teaching your child to cook, you're giving him a better chance to be a healthy grown-up. Enabling your child with the ability
to appreciate freshness and to transform ingredients into tasty foods opens their eyes to making wiser choices about what to eat...
Let's Get Cooking!
