What diet and lifestyle behaviors should Kathy follow to ensure successful conception and healthy fetal development?

a) Kathy must eat a balanced diet with enough kilocalories to support healthy weight gain during pregnancy; when breastfeeding, she must also be sure to consume enough fluids each day. She should also avoid alcohol, smoking, botanicals, and drugs unless prescribed by her physician.
b) Kathy has decided to continue with her herbal supplements and green tea along with the prenatal supplements the doctor has provided. She believes in going “natural” as much as possible.
c) The most important things are for Kathy to (1) stop smoking and (2) limit her alcohol intake to one drink per day.
d) Kathy can eat whatever she wants and let her appetite be the guide.


Ans:
a) Kathy must eat a balanced diet with enough kilocalories to support healthy weight gain during pregnancy; when breastfeeding, she must also be sure to consume enough fluids each day. She should also avoid alcohol, smoking, botanicals, and drugs unless prescribed by her physician.

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