Did you know?

There are many things you can do to prepare for the delivery of a healthy baby. One of the most important things is eating right to gain the extra weight you’ll need to support another life.

The key question to ask if you’re being tested for, or monitoring, gestational diabetes.

Pregnancy is exciting, exhilarating and totally different for every woman. Here is a list of some common pregnancy concerns plus some positive action steps you can take that might help make your pregnancy all it can be.

Eating for two doesn’t mean eating twice as much food, but it should mean making your food work twice as hard.

Did you know? If you’re thinking about starting a family, making small changes to your diet and lifestyle now can have a big impact on your baby-to-be in the future.

Maternal nutrition during pregnancy can influence baby's lifelong health

Eating well now can have a positive impact on your pregnancy, as well as a lasting effect on your baby’s health.

Pregnancy is an exciting time, full of changes and anticipation. Your baby is growing month by month as they get ready to be welcomed into the world, and in about 40 weeks, they'll be ready to make their debut.

Breastfeeding is a learned process—by mom and baby—and you may face some challenges in the first few months of breastfeeding. The most important advice is to seek help as soon as you sense a problem and find a good support network early on.

Practical action steps to take before, during, and after birth

Breastmilk has everything your little one needs to grow*—and offers benefits for you, too.

 * All breastfeed, full-term infants in Canada should receive a daily vitamin D supplement of 10µg (400IU)      

Babies’ taste preferences start before they are born

Expecting a child gives new meaning to eating a well-balanced diet. Eating a healthy diet during pregnancy will help your baby to get a healthy start and it's also the perfect excuse for you to make some healthy lifestyle changes. The key to good nutrition is variety. Use Canada's Food Guide to help you make healthy choices for you and the baby growing inside of you! 

Eating well before you conceive can help your future baby have the best possible start in life. Here’s how to get some of the essential vitamins and minerals you need for a healthy pregnancy.