- This is probably the hardest part for any pregnant women, especially when the midnight cravings for chocolate ice cream kick in. While it's okay to give in to those cravings, you must also balance them with healthy eating if you want a healthy baby. You need to take the daily pre-natal vitamin your doctor prescribed. This ensures you will not suffer from any vitamin or mineral deficiency. You should load up on as many whole grains and cereals as possible---these are a good source of energy for you. For protein, vitamin B, iron and folate, all of which you need extra of, you can eat lean meat, poultry, beans and eggs. Finally, snack through the day on bunches of fresh fruits and vegetables---these provide you with water and fat-soluble vitamins, fiber and antioxidants.
- Exercise will help you reach your pre-pregnancy weight quicker after delivery and it can help make delivery itself easier for you. Walking is a good exercise to start with, however start slowly and stretch before you begin. Swimming is good for pregnant women. It is easy on the joints, the water relieves the body of the stress of excess weight, yet it helps keep your body toned. Yoga is yet another option. While many of the positions in yoga are considered safe for both mother and fetus, you should try finding a yoga class especially for pregnant women.
- Stress does enough damage to those who are not pregnant. For those who are pregnant, remember, your baby feels everything you do. Because of this, you need to take time each day to relax and let go of any tension or stress. Some women like meditation, while others enjoy taking a bath with lit candles. No matter what you do, make sure you have your best interest in mind and put yourself first.