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How do I avoid becoming ill when traveling while pregnant?

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Avoid eating at buffets, whenever possible. If not, choose foods which are cooked immediately in front of you.If you have a choice, opt for...
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When are babies ready to eat solid foods?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
Babies should be close to 6 months old before the introduction of solid foods and show signs of interest and readiness. According to Health Canada,...
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Is it recommended to voluntarily lose weight during breastfeeding?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
Yes and no. Aside from the normal weight loss that occurs following childbirth, it is not recommended to intentionally lose weight in the first...
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I breastfeed and I’m planning on having a few glasses of wine tonight. How should I go about it?

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Pump your milk before your first glass of wine. This way, you have it on hand in case your baby needs to feed during...
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I breastfeed. How does it affect my baby if I have a few glasses of wine every now and then?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
First of all, breast milk can flow more slowly, thereby reducing the amount of milk consumed by the infant. Additionally, the quality of the...
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I breastfeed. Can I drink alcohol?

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Yes, but only in small, limited amounts. Following alcohol intake, wait at least two hours before breastfeeding your infant. In fact, no safe level of...
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I’m vegetarian and I breastfeed exclusively. Is there a risk for my baby?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
If you are vegan: Yes.  If you are vegetarian: Maybe. Vitamin B12 is found in animal foods such as fish, meat, milk and eggs.  B12...
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Are there risks to being on a vegetarian or vegan diet while pregnant?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
There are usually no risks for vegetarians. On the other hand, vegans are at higher risk of developing multiple nutritional deficiencies during pregnancy. Vegan diets...
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I don’t eat fish. How can I be certain I eat enough omega-3 during my pregnancy?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
It will be necessary to include other omega-3 rich foods in your diet, such as algae, eggs and omega-3 enriched beverages.  Certain oils and...
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What is vegetarianism? What are the different types of vegetarianism?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
Vegetarianism is a diet based primarily or exclusively on plants.  Depending on the type, it includes or excludes certain animal products. There are many reasons...
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I’m pregnant and I do not eat meat or fish; Am I at risk of vitamin B12 deficiency?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
Yes and no. If you are vegetarian and drink little or no milk, yes. If you are vegan: definitely, yes. Lacto-ovo-vegetarians may very well meet their vitamin...
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Can I offer cow’s milk to my baby starting at six months?

Annie Brodeur-Doucet - 0
No. It is recommended to wait until babies are at least 9 (to 12) months old before introducing cow's milk. Before this age, iron-rich foods...
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