What should pregnant women eat in the 7th month?

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7th month pregnant woman means entering the last trimester. At this stage, the mother can clearly feel the significant changes in the fetus. Therefore, the nutrition for pregnant women at this stage is extremely important to ensure the stable development of the fetus before the most important time is delivery.

1. Changes in nutritional needs during the 7th month of pregnancy

At 7 months, the fetus has almost complete development. At this time, the size of the fetus can be more than 40 cm long and weigh about 1.2 kg. The bones of the fetus also absorb more calcium, so mothers need to pay attention to calcium supplements through milk or calcium-rich foods. In addition, the fetal brain develops and the nervous system gradually improves, being able to perceive and hear sounds from outside.
During this period, pregnant women are recommended to drink a lot of water (about 2-2.5l per day), absolutely do not skip meals, starve or diet to lose weight because it can adversely affect the development of children. child development during this period of intense growth.
Maybe at this time, the mother's stomach has been compressed, so the meals need to be divided (about 4 hours apart) with enough nutrients to make it easier for the body to absorb. In the 7th month, pregnant women's weight also needs to increase about 8-10kg, which is appropriate, if this threshold is exceeded, it can easily lead to obesity. Every day, the pregnant woman's body should consume about 840 calories to ensure enough nutrition.

2. What should pregnant women in the 7th month eat?

To build a complete and proper nutrition, pregnant mothers can refer to the food groups that will provide all the necessary substances for the 7th month of pregnancy as follows:
Food rich in iron and protein: Iron supplementation is very important during the third trimester of pregnancy to avoid anemia in the mother. The amount of iron needed is about 27mg through foods such as red meat, beans, poultry, nuts and white rice. Foods rich in calcium: Calcium is a very important nutrient in the last 3 months of pregnancy for the fetal bones to develop in the best way. Additional calcium sources can be through milk and dairy products, oats, salmon, .. with about 1000 mg per day. Foods rich in magnesium: Magnesium is a mediator for calcium absorption, preventing the risk of cramps, relaxing muscles and preventing premature birth. Almonds, oats, black beans, barley, artichokes, pumpkin seeds,... are foods that should be used to supplement about 350-400 mg of magnesium per day DHA-rich foods: Milk, eggs and other foods Fruit juice can provide about 200 mg of DHA per day to help ensure the brain development of the fetus

Folic acid: Supplementing with folic acid is a must during pregnancy because it helps reduce the risk of birth defects. Each day should supplement about 600-800 mg of folic acid through oatmeal, dark green leafy vegetables or fresh fruit Fiber-rich foods: help prevent constipation, fiber can come from vegetables, fruits. and legumes, whole grains. Water also helps the body absorb fiber quickly and relieves constipation. Foods rich in vitamin C: citrus fruits, watermelon, ...

3. Foods 7th month pregnant women should avoid

In addition to building a diet full of substances as mentioned, limiting some foods that have an adverse effect on pregnancy is also very important for pregnant women. Foods that pregnant women should avoid include:
Foods that are too spicy, greasy: If pregnant women consume a large amount of fried, hot and spicy food, it will lead to heartburn in pregnant women Too salty foods: Eating food salty, contains a lot of salt that aggravates swelling during pregnancy, limiting salt intake will help limit sodium absorption into the body Coffee, alcohol, tobacco: These are the absolute must Avoid during pregnancy because it increases the risk of preterm birth, low birth weight or fetal alcohol syndrome. Fast food: Fast foods can be delicious, but these are all foods that do not have much nutritional value, pregnant women should choose fresh foods to ensure absorption. consumption as well as control the amount of nutrients consumed each day.

Nutrition during the 7th month of pregnancy has a great role in the completion of the baby's body structure as well as the mother's health to prepare for the labor stage. Therefore, in addition to maintaining a nutritious diet, pregnant women need to pay attention and limit unhealthy foods. It is best to follow the diet recommended by your doctor or dietitian.
Currently, Vinmec International General Hospital currently has a package maternity service as a solution to help pregnant women feel secure because of the companionship of the medical team throughout the pregnancy. When choosing Maternity Package, pregnant women can:
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. In addition, pregnant women are also consulted by specialists on nutrition during pregnancy as well as some ways to limit common diseases. .
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