Watch this video to understand the importance of making healthy food choices and learn some tips for choosing foods as you heal and recover from childbirth while caring for your newborn.
Baby's Almost Here: Enjoying the Final Weeks of Pregnancy
This program reminds viewers how babies are more ready to face the world when they're born at or close to full-term (40 weeks), as it discusses the optimal health of full-term babies (though babies born at 37 weeks may look mature, they are not fully developed). It also encourages women to maintain a healthy lifestyle during pregnancy and to take time for themselves in the final weeks. It underscores how good preparation makes bringing baby home easier and inspires new mothers to savor every second with their newborn, watching as the newborn adjusts to the world.
Watch this video to learn what your provider will check and discuss with you during your first healthcare visit, which should occur about six weeks after delivery.
