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The article was expertly consulted by MSc Nguyen Thi Hong On, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology - Vinmec Phu Quoc International General Hospital.Calcium is an important mineral that contributes to the development of the body's musculoskeletal systems, but pregnant women often have a huge calcium deficiency. So from what month of pregnancy should calcium supplements be given to pregnant women?
1. Why need calcium supplements for pregnant women?
During pregnancy, despite the breakdown of calcium compounds in the bones released into the blood to meet the needs of the fetus. However, this response is limited, if the mother is deficient in calcium and is not adequately supplemented, the fetus will have some diseases such as:Congenital rickets, growth retardation, malformed bones form. Children with wheezing. Not only affects the health of the fetus, but calcium deficiency also directly affects the health of the mother, whereby the mother also experiences symptoms such as numbness in the legs, fatigue, insomnia, cramps, .. If calcium is not supplemented, the breastfeeding period will make the baby's body weak, sweaty, backache, joint pain. The lack of calcium absorption often occurs after multiple births, this is a prerequisite for osteoporosis in premenopausal women.
Mẹ bầu thiếu canxi có thể khiến trẻ sơ sinh bị còi xương, suy dinh dưỡng
2. From what month of pregnancy should calcium supplements be given to pregnant women?
Trắc nghiệm: Chế độ ăn uống khi mang thai
Khi mang thai, nhu cầu năng lượng và các chất dinh dưỡng của mẹ đều cao hơn so với mức bình thường để nuôi dưỡng bào thai khỏe mạnh. Do đó, cách ăn uống trong thời điểm này cần được chú trọng để mẹ có sức khỏe tốt nhất. Vậy bạn đã có chế độ ăn uống hợp lý trong giai đoạn này? Trả lời 8 câu hỏi trắc nghiệm sau sẽ giúp ích cho bạn đấy.
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In fact, the last 3 months of pregnancy is the time when the mother's calcium needs increase because this is the time of rapid development of the fetus. If there is not enough calcium, the fetus will take calcium from the mother's body to serve the process of bone and skull formation. Because the need for calcium at each stage of pregnancy is different, the mother should also be aware of taking calcium early to avoid possible bad cases. Usually in the 4th month of pregnancy, the mother should take calcium to provide adequate nutrients for both mother and baby.
Although calcium supplements for pregnant women are important to do, but do not take arbitrary drugs. Because if the body does not absorb the entire amount of calcium loaded into the body, it will excrete part of it. This can increase pressure on the stomach and urinary system. If using too much calcium leads to excess, it also causes bad effects on the fetus, as well as negatively affects the health of the mother.
Therefore, to ensure the required amount of calcium, the mother should perform an examination and blood test to check how much calcium the body needs. From there, the doctor will specify how to supplement calcium properly, how much dosage is appropriate.
3. What should pregnant women pay attention to when taking calcium?
The mother needs to perform a test to check how much calcium her body needs. From there, the specialist doctor will prescribe an appropriate prescription for pregnant women to use, should follow the dosage stated in the prescription without arbitrarily using it to avoid adverse effects on health. Insufficient intake will cause calcium deficiency, and overdose will cause excess calcium in the body. There are also some notes so that pregnant women can absorb calcium in the best way for the body. Specifically as follows:Adding more vitamin C helps the body absorb calcium more easily. Not taking iron and calcium at the same time will reduce the body's ability to absorb calcium. It is recommended to use these 2 types at least 2 hours apart for best results. Pregnant women should take calcium in the morning, about 1 hour after eating so that the body can absorb calcium in the best way. Women in one of the following cases should be careful when taking calcium: suffering from heart-related diseases, diabetes,... Must follow the doctor's instructions to take calcium. be safe and effective. Besides taking calcium, natural foods are a very safe and effective source of calcium for pregnant women. Should add calcium-rich foods in daily meals with scientific menus. Periodic antenatal check-ups at reputable medical centers to monitor the development and needs of the fetus as well as the pregnant woman, thereby taking effective interventions. The need for calcium at each stage of pregnancy is different, but usually in the 4th month, a new mother needs to supplement calcium to be good for the health of mother and baby. However, it must be supplemented in the right way and in the right dose according to the advice and prescription of a nutritionist. Should not be used arbitrarily to avoid the occurrence of calcium deficiency or excess in the body.
Vì ở mỗi giai đoạn thai kỳ, nhu cầu bổ sung canxi là khác nhau, do vậy mẹ bầu cần tham khảo ý kiến của bác sĩ và khám thai định kì
The pregnancy process is monitored by a team of qualified doctors Regular check-up, early detection of abnormalities Maternity package helps to facilitate the process. Birth program Newborns receive comprehensive care Dr. Nguyen Thi Hong On has 10 years of experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology and has worked in all positions in the clinic, delivery room, and emergency room. obstetrics and gynecology, procedure room and treatment area on request. Doctor On is also the former Deputy Head of Emergency Department of Can Tho Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital.
Doctor Nguyen Thi Hong On has strengths in emergency obstetrics and gynecology; treatment and surgery of obstetric pathologies and prenatal diagnosis and consultation, amniocentesis.
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