coffeelover
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So, I'm working on my health. I have 50 ish pounds I'd like to lose. I assume it will take a year or so, IF I'm consistent. But what if I get pregnant unexpectedly in the meantime? We are open to more kids but not "trying", however my cycle is kinda wonky right now so I'm worried it may happen without time to prepare.
What is the best dietary macro ratio to use while pregnant, specifically if mom is overweight? Should there be a higher amount of saturated fat to avoid releasing PUFA from storage, or should fat be kept low?
How about starches? Should they be avoided when possible or is it better to not restrict them during pregnancy?
I made the mistake last pregnancy of supplementing high amounts of DHA in the last couple months hoping to boost baby's brain. She IS super smart but she was also 11 lb 6 oz at birth!! Which I am pretty sure is partly due to all the PUFA in the fish oil, partly due to me being overweight and partly due to me drinking 1-2 qts raw milk daily and ice cream every single night.
Help! I just want to be prepared. Also, if weight loss doesn't happen in a reasonable amount of time, I may want to conceive anyway because I don't want to wait years and years....
What is the best dietary macro ratio to use while pregnant, specifically if mom is overweight? Should there be a higher amount of saturated fat to avoid releasing PUFA from storage, or should fat be kept low?
How about starches? Should they be avoided when possible or is it better to not restrict them during pregnancy?
I made the mistake last pregnancy of supplementing high amounts of DHA in the last couple months hoping to boost baby's brain. She IS super smart but she was also 11 lb 6 oz at birth!! Which I am pretty sure is partly due to all the PUFA in the fish oil, partly due to me being overweight and partly due to me drinking 1-2 qts raw milk daily and ice cream every single night.
Help! I just want to be prepared. Also, if weight loss doesn't happen in a reasonable amount of time, I may want to conceive anyway because I don't want to wait years and years....