Food recommendations according to the food pyramid
Here you will find recommendations on which foods pregnant women and nursing mothers should eat. These recommendations are based on the Austrian nutrition pyramid for pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. What is the food pyramid for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers? In the food pyramid you will find 6 different groups of foods and a group of drinks. The pyramid is wide at the bottom and tapers to a point at the top. The foods listed below should be eaten more often by pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers. The foods higher up less often. A varied diet with many different foods is very important for mother and child. This applies during pregnancy and...
How many calories do pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers need?
From the 13th week of pregnancy and when breastfeeding, women need a little more calories. But not as many more as many people think. Pregnant women At the beginning of pregnancy, you don't need to eat more than usual. Only from the 13th week of pregnancy do you need a little more. However, an additional small snack is enough. For example, 1 small bowl of muesli or cereal flakes with 200 millilitres of low-fat milk. Half a litre of buttermilk and 1 apple. From the 28th week of pregnancy you will need a little more. Then you can eat 2 more small snacks a day. Instead of the 2 snacks, you can also eat one larger meal more ...
Vitamin and mineral sources
Which foods provide the substances that are so important for growth and well-being? The following table gives you an overview of all the important vitamins and minerals and where they are contained. Vitamins Vitamin A A healthy diet includes - Carrots - Spinach - Kale - Broccoli - Lamb's lettuce - Other intensely coloured green vegetables. CAUTION: As liver can contain very high amounts of vitamin A, pregnant women should avoid eating liver in the first trimester of pregnancy! Vitamin B1 Muscle meat, especially pork Wholemeal products (e.g. buckwheat, spelt, wheat, oatmeal) Pulses such as peas Sunflower seeds, peanuts and pine nuts Niacin Fish (anchovies, salmon, mackerel) Mung beans (especially sensitive ...
Frequently asked questions about pregnancy
Here you'll find frequently asked questions and answers about nutrition and exercise during pregnancy. Fact Sheet: Eating Right During Pregnancy (Download) Recipes for Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
What should you avoid during pregnancy?
Alcohol, nicotine and caffeine You need to be particularly careful with stimulants such as alcohol, nicotine and caffeine during pregnancy. These can harm your child. It is often difficult to stop smoking. You can get advice from the smoke-free telephone. The number can be reached from anywhere in Austria on 0800 810 013. You can call free of charge from Monday to Friday between 10:00 and 18:00. You can find more information on the Internet: www.rauchfrei.at You should not drink alcohol during your entire pregnancy. It is impossible to say how much alcohol is harmful during pregnancy. Therefore: stay away from alcohol. Remember: alcohol can ...
Important tips for cleanliness and hygiene
It is important that you protect yourself and your child from infections. This is important during pregnancy, when breastfeeding and in everyday life. It is therefore important that your kitchen is clean. Also pay attention to cleanliness when you buy, store and prepare food. Cleanliness in the kitchen: Wash your and your child's hands regularly: before and after preparing food, before eating, after contact with animals, after gardening, after going to the toilet. Use clean towels to dry your hands. You can also use disposable towels. Swap ...
