MODULE 3 Flashcards
Both underweight and overweight women, and their newborns, face increased risks of complications
ACHIEVE AND MAINTAIN A HEALTHY BODY WEIGHT
A woman who wants to be physically active when she is pregnant needs to be physically active beforehand.
BE PHYSICALLY ACTIVE
Malnutrition reduces fertility and impairs the early development of an infant should a woman become pregnant
CHOOSE AN ADEQUATE AND BALANCED DIET
Regular health care visits can help ensure a healthy start to pregnancy
RECEIVE REGULAR MEDICAL CARE
The needs for many nutrients change at different stages of life
The period of most rapid growth is that of the unborn child
Nutrition and periods of Rapid Growth
An act scaling up the National and Local Health and Nutrition Programs through a strengthened integrated strategy for Maternal, Neonatal, Child health and Nutrition in the First One Thousand (1,000) Days of Life, appropriating funds therefore and for other purposes
REPUBLIC ACT 11148 (Kalusugan at Nutrisyon ng Mag-Nanay Act)
Both maternal and paternal ingestion of, or exposure to, harmful substances (such as cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, or environmental contaminants) can cause miscarriage or abnormalities, alter genes or their expression, and interfere with fertility.
Young adults who nourish and protect their bodies do so not only for their own sakes but also for future generations
AVOID HARMFUL INFLUENCES
from conception up to the child’s second birthday
Considered the “golden window of opportunity” where health, nutrition, and development foundations are established
The First 1,000 Days of Life
What are the three (3) essential parts of the first 1,000 days?
270 days of conception and pregnancy
365 days for the first year
365 days for the second year of life
What are the risks associated with folate deficiency during pregnancy?
Folate deficiency increases the risk of neural tube defects, such as spina bifida and anencephaly.
How does iodine deficiency affect pregnancy?
Iodine deficiency can cause hypothyroidism in both mother and baby, leading to developmental issues and possibly cretinism in severe cases.
High Risk Pregnancy Factors
Pregnancy BMI either <18.5 or >25
Insufficient or excessive pregnancy weight gain
Nutrient deficiencies or toxicities: eating disorders
Poverty, lack of family support, low level of education, limited food available
Smoking, alcohol or other drug use
Teens, especially 15 years or younger: women 35 years or older
Many previous pregnancies (three or more to mothers younger than age 20; four or more to mothers age to 20 or older)
Short or long intervals between pregnancies (59 months)
Previous history of problems
Twins or triplets
Low or high birth weight infants
Development of gestational hypertension
Development of gestational diabetes
Diabetes, hypertension, heart, respiratory, and kidney disease; certain genetic disorders; special diets Nand medications
What are the key factors to consider when preparing for a healthy pregnancy?
Achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight, eating a balanced diet, staying physically active, getting regular medical care, and avoiding harmful influences like smoking and alcohol.
Why are the first 1,000 days of life considered a critical period?
This period is crucial because it lays the foundation for the child’s future health, nutrition, and development, impacting lifelong well-being and success.
What nutrients are most important during pregnancy?
Folate, vitamin B12, iron, and calcium are essential for supporting fetal growth and preventing birth defects.
What are the consequences of inadequate nutrition during pregnancy?
Inadequate nutrition can lead to complications such as low birth weight, preterm birth, and developmental delays in the child.
