Wednesday, August 13, 2008

PREGNANCY AND THE MOTHER-TO-BE.

Congratulations, you are now part of the most amazing creation, the growth of a child.

A great deal in your life will undergo changes, your taste for food, sleep habits, emotional re-actions to daily issues, energy levels and the size of your clothes. Suddenly you will notice that everyone around you is pregnant…………………. Remember, your attitude will make a difference to your pregnancy. Forget the discomfort, just embrace the idea of this incredible creation that is taking place inside you………...

You have a responsibility to the development of your child. You must go for regular check-ups to your Gynecologist and Doctor. Moms and friends have a great deal to tell you, but it is advisable to consult and listen to the Doctor

Eat regular meals and include fresh fruit and vegetables daily.
Have grains, lentils, beans, whole-wheat rice, quinoa, milk, cottage cheese, eggs, nuts (not peanuts) and dried fruit.
You can have a little chocolate, halva, carob candies and techina as a spread on bread or as a salad dressing. Skip uncooked eggs, mayonnaise and mousse. Do not eat pickled meats, hot spices and reheated foods. MSG is not advised. Herb and vegetable salts are good, Skip instant meals and packaged soups and pop up meals.

Drink ample water. Drink rice milk and almond milk. Soya milk is not always recommended, or the products during pregnancy. Ask your Doctor about these alternatives. I find that ordinary milk with a teaspoon of carob and a dash of cinnamon is a great drink. In winter people love a soup in a mug and you can create a fast one with a teaspoon of Marmite and boiled water. Eliminate sugary drinks, wines, alcohol and reduce all coffees and caffeine drinks. Fruit juices are good, as long as they are fresh and not the fruit nectars, loaded with sugar and additives to prolong shelf life. I recommend an early morning drink that cleanses the body and throat. Use boiled cooled water, with a slice of lemon and half a teaspoon of honey. Healthy and great to start the day

Exercise, walk daily, do yoga, and swim. Always ask the Doctor about how much yoga and exercise you should do, especially in the later stages.

Sleep adequate hours. Make sure you are comfortable and use a cushion under your feet if they feel heavy. Your cosmetics and body treatments should be products that are not tested on animals. I use Sunrider and love the products. Exfoliate the skin and keep pores clean. Skip all the heavy hair sprays, lacquers, aluminum loaded deodorants, acetones and household cleaners that are poisonous. Wear cotton and sleep in airy sleepwear. Skip the high heels and feel comfortable in good shoes. Have all your dental work done early in the pregnancy. It is advisable to have your feet and toenails checked too. Use safe hair color treatments. Do not do eyebrow or body tattoos.

Early morning discomfort. If you wake up dizzy, get up slower. It is a great idea to prepare a thermos flask of herb tea, with a few slices of ginger in it. You can use fresh grated ginger, or the candied type. Drink a glass full in bed and have a snack before you get up. It makes a great difference. Snacks can include rice crackers, rye crackers, cheese, dried fruit, and washed almonds, pecans and walnuts. A banana is good to eat slowly. Bananas are a good source of Magnesium and Potassium.


It is necessary to check iron levels. Ask your Doctor. I suggest that you eat three dried apricots daily and some fresh spinach and lots of greens. An easy drink is three tablespoons frozen spinach, parsley and a jar of natural yogurt. Blend and drink or eat with natural croutons. Meat eaters can have grilled liver, but vegetarians can have 8-10 soaked almonds daily. Great protein.

Keep your bowels regular. Eat bran, fiber and dried fruit. Do not overdo fibre, unless you drink enough liquids.


This is a recipe for Fruit Compote to keep bowls in order. Wash four dried apricots, four prunes, four figs half a cup of raisins, a quarter teaspoon of cinnamon, two teaspoons pine nuts. Place in a pot on the stove and add 2 cups of water. Boil on a low flame for 20 minutes. Cool. Keep in the fridge for a breakfast starter or a dessert later in the day.

RAW VEGETABLE SALAD FOR HEALTH.
Grate two beets, two carrots, one apple, four walnuts and ten raisins. Mix and place in a bowl with half a cup of orange juice and 2 tablespoons sunflower seeds. You can eat this with cottage cheese, techina, humus or an omelet. This is good for the bowels and an easy meal to take to work. It is loaded with minerals and the family will enjoy it too.


Have small meals and perhaps an extra one in the day. Large meals will leave you feeling uncomfortable. I suggest you eat yogurt, wheat germ, sunflower seeds, flax seeds and a little honey with yogurt for a small meal.. Add cinnamon for extra taste. Skip artificial sugars.
The most popular, good sugar supplement is STEVIA.

When you prepare salads, use all the greens, red and yellow vegetables and herbs .Herbs must be used sparingly.
Add radish, cucumbers, kohlrabi, tomatoes, carrots, beets, cabbage, broccoli and Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and beets. . These can be raw, steamed or baked. Keep salad dressings simple. Olive oil, lemon juice and delicate herbs.


Eat good carbohydrates and Proteins. Whole wheat products, rice, bread, pastas, lentils and grains are good.

Keep smiling, listen to good music, read poems aloud, and speak gently. Try to learn Yoga breathing and meditation. Take time to plan the nursery, buy the items you need now. The baby suddenly is ready to arrive…, remember time flies.………. Give your spouse some quality time and have fun outings together. Babies keep you busy and confined to home for a while. The little one is part of your world for nine months and then a part of the global world. Feel beautiful and have a great pregnancy.

For information re a natural sugar supplement, you can contact
http://mysunrider.com/financiallyfit/
Sel and Aaron call 480 2032871 USA. You can email me at rona@kruger.co.il
Love and light Rona

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