I do not have a healthcare career but I know that after first learning about her pregnancy, every woman looks forward to celebrating the joys of motherhood – seeing her newborn baby, capturing his first smile or hearing her first word.
But most moms would agree that the nine months of pregnancy entail a lot of hard work. They research through books and the Internet, make numerous trips to the doctor and laboratories, and make endless phone calls asking for advice and affirmation from other moms who have previously gone through the child-bearing cycle.
Healthy mom and daughter Eileen David-Hortaleza and Adriana
Going through the joys and pains of pregnancy themselves, two lovely Anmum Materna moms, Eileen David-Hortaleza and Lea Disini-Aquino, offer their tips for other expectant moms. “I was excited when I first learned about my pregnancy,” shares full-time mom Eileen. “But since I was already 32 during my first pregnancy, I was aware of the risks that corresponded to being pregnant at that age, and the changes my body was about to undergo. I immediately consulted an Ob-Gyne for proper medical advice.”
As with any other first-time mom, Eileen placed her full trust in her Ob-Gyne and followed her doctor’s precautions. “Not only did I religiously follow my doctor’s advice on taking medicines and food supplements,” adds Eileen. “Aside from consuming foods that are rich in protein, carbohydrates and vitamins, I also started drinking two glasses of Anmum everyday for my folate and calcium requirements, which the doctor strongly advised.”
Gaining weight during pregnancy
Tall and lean before her pregnancy, Eileen was also conscious about gaining just the right amount of weight. She avoided being too thin as it might compromise the health of the baby. Gaining too much weight was also not an option as it might affect her overall wellness.
“There was no specific diet plan that I strictly followed. I just made sure that I had the necessary nutrients my baby and I needed. I avoided eating oily and processed foods and read the labels of any food that I purchased. I also preferred home-cooked meals to ensure that only safe and healthy ingredients were put in what I ate,” says Eileen who did not completely deprive herself of her cravings and who made sure she took everything in moderation. Eileen also agrees about the great rewards of a well-balanced pregnancy lifestyle: “A healthy pregnancy means a healthy mom and a healthy baby. Both of my babies were very healthy during delivery. They scored very high on the APGAR tests which assess the health of newborn babies. On my end, I was able to recover fast after the operation.”
Lea Disini-Aquino and baby Amara are all smiles for the camera
Getting pregnant in one’s thirties, as Eileen learned from experience, need not be a scary experience for as long as one consult an Ob-Gyne regularly, eat the right kind of food, and simply enjoy the blessings of motherhood. Lea Disini-Aquino and baby Amara are all smiles for the camera First trimester blues Lea, who just gave birth to her 2nd daughter Amara last April, relates how her pregnancy was not exactly a walk in the park. “During my first trimester, I could not take in any solids. I didn’t have any appetite at all and was feeling very weak most of the time.” That’s why she considered drinking Anmum Materna. “I knew that I wasn’t giving the proper nourishment for my baby and that’s why I drank Anmum. To be honest, I was never really a fan of milk, though I could take it once in a while,” she testifies. “Thankfully, Anmum Materna Choco tasted delicious. I liked it so much that I stayed loyal to the flavor and the brand all throughout my pregnancy. It’s like drinking a milkshake!”
Like all moms who need to be assured, Lea wanted to know that she was doing the right thing for her body and most especially, her baby. “Drinking Anmum made me feel secure that my baby was getting the proper nutrients,” shares the interior designer mom. “I knew that I was getting the assurance that she will be healthy during delivery and will grow up to be an active child. Having that guarantee is truly a priceless feeling.” During pregnancy, a mother’s first and foremost concern is to get all the right nutrition for her baby.
Drinking Anmum, the number one maternal milk trusted by doctors and proven by moms assists in helping expectant moms be on their way to a healthy pregnancy. Despite all the uncertainties they face day after day during the nine months of pregnancy, truly nurturing moms strive to give 100 percent nutritional love by being at the top of their own health. With all the hard work they put in, moms are rewarded with a bundle of joy in the form of a truly healthy baby.
Anmum Materna, the no. 1 Prescribed Maternal Milk, is trusted by doctors, proven by moms! Anmum Materna comes in three flavors: plain, chocolate and hazelnut, and are available in leading stores nationwide.
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Mommy Lace is a blogger from the Philippines. She started this blog to share information on pregnancy, breastfeeding, childcare, family, and health.
