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How to take good care during pregnancy?
Question
I got a gynaecological consultation and I was tested positive for urine pregnancy test. As this was an unplanned pregnancy, can you please guide me so as to adhere to a 100% prenatal care which involves diet/nutrition, exercise, thought processes, etc. Also, the first 2 days of coming to know that I was pregnant was a real shock to me and I did cry out too. Will this affect the fetus in any way. I would like to overcome this and carry on with me giving complete prenatal care to my baby. Please guide me.
Expert Answer
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Dr Anuj SharmaOct 24, 2003
Faculty member, Department of Family Medicine,
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill,
USA
University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill,
USA
Congratulations on your pregnancy. Hope you are at a place where you have accepted it. The most important vitamin during pregnancy is folic acid. I would recommend a good prenatal vitamin a day (they usually have folic acid). You must see your gynaecologist to schedule a complete physical examination. In US the first prenatal visit involves screening for many infections that have the potential of harming the baby. There is usually a pap smear and sexually transmitted disease screen during your first visit also. Drink at least 4-5 cups of milk/milk products a day (the baby needs calcium to form its bones). Walking is a good exercise during pregnancy. Lastly, you are fortunate to be pregnant during the internet era. You have access to a vast database on pregnancy, nutrition etc. All the best!
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