Nutrition & Wellness in Week 6 of Pregnancy

Wellness and Nutrition at 6 Weeks Pregnant

What's your due date? How is your pregnancy progressing? What can you expect in the coming weeks? There are many questions at this early stage of pregnancy. That's why it's time to begin prenatal visits with your doctor.

This prenatal visit checklist can help you get ready.

1st Prenatal Visit Checklist: What to Expect

You and your doctor probably will go over:

• Your medical history:
  • Date of last period ___________________
  • Contraceptive use ___________________
  • Prescriptions ___________________
  • Allergies ___________________
  • Medical conditions ___________________
  • Exercise ___________________
  • Nutrition habits ___________________
• Your due date. Knowing your due date helps your doctor more accurately monitor your progress and baby's growth.
  Due date: _______________________________________
• Baseline tests:
  • Weight ___________________
  • Blood pressure ___________________
  • Heart rate ___________________
  • Urine and blood lab work
• A pelvic exam and possibly a Pap test
• Your questions:
  ______________________________________________________
  ______________________________________________________
  ______________________________________________________
   

Exercising During Pregnancy
The benefits of exercise go beyond you and your baby's overall health. Exercise during pregnancy has been shown to:

• Offset varicose veins, leg cramps, fatigue, bloating, swelling, and constipation
• Maintain muscle tone
• Minimize lower-back pain and improve posture
• Increase energy
• Help you relax and sleep

Using Nutrition to Manage Morning Sickness
If you have nausea and vomiting, you can find relief. Here are a few things to try:

• Eating small meals or snacks frequently throughout the day
• Limiting or avoiding greasy, spicy, or fried foods
• Drinking fluids to stay hydrated, especially if you are vomiting
• Indulging healthy cravings

It also might help to:

• Avoid those odors in your daily routine that make you queasy.
• Get enough sleep and rest.