What is a Transaction?

Pregnant and lactating nutrition encompasses the special dietary programs planned for expectant and breastfeeding mothers to support both their own health and the healthy development of their babies during pregnancy and lactation. This is important for the baby’s growth and to ensure that the mother gets the energy and nutrients she needs in the right way.

How is it done?

In our clinic in Çiğli, Izmir, the nutritional needs of expectant and breastfeeding mothers are evaluated in detail. Our dietitians create personalized nutrition plans and offer appropriate nutritional recommendations to mothers. The plans are designed to meet the energy and nutritional needs of mother and baby in a balanced way. Adequate intake of important nutrients such as protein, iron, folic acid, calcium and other vitamins is ensured. Recommendations are also made to improve milk quality and protect the mother’s health during breastfeeding.

What are the Symptoms?

Symptoms of inadequate or unbalanced nutrition during pregnancy and lactation:

• Extreme hunger or loss of appetite: Failure to maintain energy balance.
• Fatigue and weakness: Occurs in case of insufficient intake of essential nutrients.
• Nutrient Deficiencies: Deficiency of vitamins and minerals, especially iron, calcium, folic acid.
• Inadequate weight gain of the baby: May be due to insufficient breast milk or the mother’s nutritional status.
• Changes in Maternal Health: Health problems such as iron deficiency anemia may develop.

What are the Treatment Methods?

• Personalized Nutrition Plans: Diet programs tailored to the needs of expectant and nursing mothers.
• Vitamin and Mineral Supplements: Supplements to address deficiencies of critical nutrients such as folic acid, iron, calcium.
• Nutrition Education: To provide mothers with healthy eating habits during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
• Regular Monitoring and Control: The health status of the mother and the baby is monitored at regular intervals and necessary adjustments are made in the nutrition program.

Proper nutrition during pregnancy and breastfeeding is critical for the health of both mother and baby. In our clinic, specialized dietitians provide the necessary support for mothers to have a healthy pregnancy and breastfeeding process.