Ahead Of Childbirth, Pregnant Women Should Consume This Food To Increase Energy

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JAKARTA - If you are planning to give birth in a hospital. You will realize that there may be restrictions on what is permissible and should not be eaten before delivery.

Rules like these are based on the idea that pregnant women who are about to give birth should not eat any kind of heavy food. Because it is possible that emergency surgery may be needed and lung aspirations where accidentally entering the lungs are potential hazards if you undergo general anesthesia.

Launching Very Well Family, Monday, April 3, almost all hospitals allow snacks during childbirth and many also allow heavy meals only if pregnant women experience an early contraction. Early contraction is the right time for heavy meals. Experts agree that heavy meals can be consumed and you should choose food that is easy to digest.

As noted by Dr. Gelfand, people who give birth tend to vomit during the delivery process. So you should eat food that you can understand quickly before the contraction increases.

Dr. Gelfand recommends foods such as fragrances, which are mild enough not to cause nausea, but are sufficient to finalize to relieve your hunger. Multigrained bread is another good choice, because it is high in fiber and carbohydrates, giving you the fuel you need to deliver. Fruits are also a source of good energy and are digested quickly and can be a good choice when you feel nauseous.

In addition, foods such as eggs, granola, nuts, yogurt, cheese, pasta, and sandwich are also alternative food ideas at the beginning of the opening. However, heavy foods such as soup and meat are not recommended.

It's different if the contraction time starts to increase or the opening is almost perfect. Many pregnant women feel they don't want to eat much at all. Nausea and vomiting are very common. Still, giving birth requires a lot of energy and it's a good idea to have some food choices. If you want to refuel with food or drink.

Risa Klein, CNM, NP, RN, director of midwifery at Lenox Hill Hospital advised pregnant women to eat foods such as liquids with electrolytes, broth, coconut water, honey, fruit juice, jelly, and ice cream to help increase energy in the body during delivery later.

Despite your delivery phase and food rules, Dr. Gelfand says there are certain foods that you should stay away from during childbirth.

"Heavy foods, spicy foods, and oily foods should be avoided," he said.

The reason is because the food has the potential to increase your nausea and you may vomit it before the food is converted into energy to help you through the delivery process.