EATING FOR A HEALTHY BABY

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EATING FOR A HEALTHY BABY
NUTRITION GUIDELINES FOR PREGNANT TEENS

A teenager's body is still growing, eat for you and your baby.

You need more calories, protein, calcium, and vitamins than other pregnant women.

Don't try to lose weight. You need to gain weight when you are pregnant.

Gain about 4 pounds during the first three months, and then 3 or 4 pounds every month after that.

Eat three meals and three healthy snacks daily. Eat on a regular schedule. Some healthy snack ideas are:

Sandwich and milk

Cereal with milk

Ice cream

Cookies and milk

Milk shake

Pizza

Cheese and crackers

Peanut butter and crackers

Leftovers from a meal

Cheese toast with juice

Yogurt with fruit or nuts

Apples and cheese

Talk with your doctor or nurse about a multi-vitamin/mineral supplement. Remember a supplement never replaces food for you and your baby.

Seek medical and nutritional care. Contact your local Women, Infant, Children Supplemental Food Program (WIC) for assistance.

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