CONSTIPATION DURING PREGNANCY - CAUSE
increased levels of progesterone
SODIUM RESTRICTION DURING PREGNANCY
is DANGEROUS to restrict sodium intake during pregnancy
sodium restriction can reduce plasma volume and cardiac output
pregnant patients, even those with pre-eclampsia and hypertension, should continue their
regular sodium intake
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NORMAL PRE-PREGNANCY WEIGHT (BMI 18.5-24.9) - WEIGHT GAIN
25 to 35 pounds
UNDERWEIGHT PRE-PREGNANCY WEIGHT (BMI < 18.5) - WEIGHT GAIN
28 to 40 pounds
OVERWEIGHT PRE-PREGNANCY WEIGHT (BMI 25-29.9) - WEIGHT GAIN
15 to 25 pounds
OBESE PRE-PREGNANCY WEIGHT (BMI>30)
11 to 20 pounds
, SUPPLEMENT REQUIRED DURING PREGNANCY
iron
pregnant women need 2x as much iron as non-pregnant women
supports expansion of maternal blood RBC volume and the needs of the developing fetus
ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION DURING PREGNANCY
NO ALCOHOL DURING PREGNANCY
there is no safe level of alcohol during pregnancy
EDEMA DURING 3RD TRIMESTER OF PREGNANCY
may be a sign of preeclampsia
blood pressure and urine protein levels should also be evaluated
GESTATIONAL DIABETES - TREATMENT RECOMMENDATIONS
dietary control combined with moderate exercise can help control blood glucose levels
during pregnancy
BEST WAY TO INCREASE BREASTMILK SUPPLY
nurse infant more often and for longer periods of time
higher demand = more supply
WHOLE MILK AND INFANTS - PATIENT TEACHING
whole milk is harmful to infants
protein and sodium levels are too high
increased renal solute load may cause dehydration
levels of other nutrients are inadequate
INFANT FOODS TO AVOID
honey
high risk of botulism
peanut butter
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