Milk for pregnant mother : How to choose ?

Milk for pregnant mother : How to choose ?

Milk generally contains a source of calories derived from fat, protein and carbohydrates as well as a variety of vitamins and minerals such as vitamins A, D3, E, K, C, B, folic acid, calcium, iron, iodine, selenium, zinc, etc. This source of calories and nutrients are needed by the mother and the fetus because pregnant mother need extra calories about 300 kcal compared to non-pregnant state.

Because of that, it is good for a pregnant women to consume milk. Matter of choice of milk should be in the hands of the mother. Special milk for pregnant women can be a suitable alternative for mother if there is no symptoms of nausea, constipation or diarrhea. Generally the composition of milk specifically for pregnant women  are already adapted to the needs of pregnancy. For example, a higher amount of calories than milk "normal" is about 150- 178 kcal per serving, so if taken twice a day, extra calories need by 300 kcal, can be met. But keep in mind, the proteins and substances of milk specially pregnant women are also high in iron making make some pregnant women experience nausea, constipation or diarrhea.

So if the mother experience this symptoms, pregnant milk can replace with regular milk sold in the market. Better to choose liquid milk that has been pasteurized (sterilized) instead of cow's milk that has not been processed because the risk of contamination of germs. In addition since the milk "regular" composition of vitamins and minerals such as folic acid, iron, calcium and other-only in normal doses (not for pregnant women) encouraged mothers meet those needs by taking supplements. Would be wise to consult your with obstetrician.

Problem with portion of milk need to be tailored by the individual needs of pregnant women. When the composition of the milk is just right (as required for pregnant women) and pregnant women are not in a state of deficiency (lack of certain nutrients, such as folic acid deficiency or iron), the pregnant women could drink milk twice a day.

Pregnant women who received supplements from a doctor can choose regular milk. If it is willing to offer consuming pregnant milk less than the recommended servings or should reasonably to take once a day only. Because of this, it is important for pregnant women to read the nutritional content on the packaging carefully, to calculate dose; whether enough, lack of or excess, when without or with vitamin supplements given by doctor.