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OVER EATING

OVER EATING WHEN PREGNANT CAN INCREASE LABOUR TIME, CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS AND EVEN CAUSE LOSS OF THE BABY. USE THE GUIDE TO MANAGE EATING HABITS

Pregnant women should stick to their same recommended calorie intake. In the third trimester 200kcal should be added

TIPS TO AVOIDING OVEREATING

Stay hydrated
Get into a routine of knowing your calories and how much food you need
Shop healthy, fruit is less tempting to snack on than cookies
Eat small amounts regularly
Carry small healthy snacks
Be aware of your pregnancy weight gain

HELP FOR OVEREATING

Try to exercise regularly
Speak to someone you trust
Set up extra appointments to keep track of your baby’s growth
Consider counseling and therapy
Meet with a nutritionist
Go to a support group for people with eating disorder

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