The document discusses nutrition needs during pregnancy and lactation. It explains that pregnancy lasts about 40 weeks and is divided into trimesters. During pregnancy, a woman needs more calories, protein, minerals, vitamins and other nutrients to support the growth of the fetus and development of maternal tissues. Nutritional demands continue during lactation to support milk production. The diet during lactation should provide additional calories, fluids, rest and relaxation to sustain breastfeeding.

1. Nutrition during Pregnancy and Lactation

11. WEIGHT OF PRODUCTS OF A NORMAL PREGNANCY 1800-3600g Maternal stores 11000-1300g (11-13 kg) total 1800g Blood volume (weight increase) 1400g Breast tissue (weight increase) 1100g Uterus (weight increase) 900g Amniotic fluid 450g Placenta 3400g Fetus WEIGHT PRODUCTS

12. COMPLICATIONS OF PREGNANCY

27. Diet plan 10 servings 10 servings Bread & cereals Moderate amounts Moderate amount Butter or fortified margarine 4-6 servings 4-6 servings Other Vegetables, fruits, juices 1 good source & 1 fair source or 2 good source 1 good source & 1 fair source or 2 good source Vitamin C rich foods 1-2 servings 1 servings Vegetable (dark green or deep yellow) 1-2 servings 1-2 Eggs 2 ½ servings 2 servings Meat (lean meat, fish, poultry) 4-5 cups 3-4 cups Milk, cheese, ice cream, skimmed or buttermilk Lactation Pregnancy Food