Title: Prenatal Care: Why It Is Important | My Family Birth Center
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Loretta Shupe, CPM, RN, BSN
The Importance of Prenatal Care
What is Prenatal Care?
Minimize Risk of Complications
Ensure Proper Nutrition is Attained
Everyone is Different
How Often to Obtain Prenatal Care Visits
Proper Preparation and Information
Catch Problems Early On

Content: Proper preparation can provide the best starting point possible, because it will minimize the likelihood of significant problems developing. Prenatal care is vital for the protection of the woman and the baby alike. Ensure Proper Nutrition is Attained
Your body changes during pregnancy. Your nutrition requirements will fluctuate, as well. Simply “eating for two” is not a healthy choice to make during pregnancy. This will not be sufficient to meet the nutritional needs of the fetus or the extra demands on the woman’s body. Prenatal services ensure that the proper vitamins and diet are being consumed to provide all of the needed nutrients. These services can help provide guidance on the ideal diet to follow during this time. It will be important to eat certain foods while avoiding others. Additionally, it is important to minimize or completely avoid the consumption of caffeine while pregnant.