Author(s): Shameema Rahman, Dr. Kiran Singh

Abstract:
Maternal nutrition and health is considered as the most important regulator of human fetal growth. A healthy mother can produce a healthy child. If women are not well nourished, they are more likely to give birth to weak babies resulting in high infant mortality rate. Our body goes through numerous physical and hormonal changes during pregnancy. The way we nourish our body during this time will affect the health of both mother and baby. We must eat a healthful, balanced diet to help ensure we stay healthy throughout our pregnancy. The food we eat is also the main source of nourishment for our baby, so it’s critical to consume foods that are rich in nutrients. Proper nutrition can help promote our baby's growth and development.