Typically, it occurs after 20 weeks of pregnancy, but sometimes it doesn't develop until later on in the 3rd trimester. As with most of the issues doctors will bring up, there is a way to decrease your odds of getting pre-eclampsia dramatically: by eating about 80-90 grams of good protein a day.
By good protein, I mean some of these examples:
*Fish Fillet--24 grams
*Greek Yogurt--13 grams
*Peanuts/Cashews--7 grams
*Whole Grain Bread--5 grams/slice
*Cage Free Eggs--6 grams
*Turkey Burger Patti--30 grams
*Chicken Breast, 4oz--22 grams
*Cottage Cheese--12 grams
The awesome thing about these foods is they are low in calories and bad fats, which means you wouldn't be overeating if you ate several of them in one day; you'd have plenty of room for veggies, fruit and small sides to complete your meal.
When I read this, I realized my diet has been slacking a bit due to life being busy and me being tired. Some of these days I've forgotten my snack or ate lunch way later than I should have. Hence why I try to read a little everyday to keep me on track and refresh these little facts that could save me a lot of heartache later!
I highly recommend the book Heart and Hands, can't say it enough! This one is packed full of detailed information on everything pregnancy, including problems in pregnancy. There are percentages of the likely hood of having a certain issue and then where it comes from as well as ways to prevent it. If you want a home birth, or just an educated pregnancy, regardless of if you're planning unassisted or not, this book is still extremely helpful.
Fit N Fancy for Life,
Caroleena Kay
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