Nutrition plays an important role during pregnancy for both the mother and her child. A healthy diet ensures that both mother and baby receive adequate nutrients and that the baby grows and develops properly. Pregnant women should eat a variety of healthy foods, meet folic acid requirements and gain an appropriate amount of weight.
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