6 Minute English Eating for two
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Apr 25, 2024 Exploring the nutritional needs of pregnant women, struggles with dietary advice, unexpected body changes, food cravings and guilt in pregnancy, advocating for self-compassion and moderation, addressing safety concerns of specific foods, and decoding pregnancy-related vocabulary.
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Eating for Two: Truth and Implications
- The phrase "eating for two" implies the mother's nutritional needs change during pregnancy.
- The mother's body prioritizes the baby's needs, making maternal nutrition crucial.
Bodily Changes During Pregnancy
- Jagger Wise, presenter of BBC Radio 4's The Food Program, experienced significant bodily changes during pregnancy.
- One such change was frequent nosebleeds, a stark contrast to her pre-pregnancy experience.
Managing Food Cravings During Pregnancy
- Pregnant women often experience cravings for various foods.
- Don't feel guilty about cravings, especially during the first trimester; be kind to yourself.