In all the rush of getting ready for baby’s arrival, are you taking care of you? A simple way to take care of yourself is to eat a balanced meal. Providing your body with the foods and nutrients it needs will:
- help you feel energized,
- nourish your body,
- and help you make a healthy baby.
Preparing a balanced meal doesn’t have to be hard. It doesn’t have to mean cooking over a hot stove, or take hours and hours to make. It can be as easy as putting a few simple ingredients together.
Aim for Balance
What makes a balanced meal? Include at least 3 out of 4 food groups from Canada’s Food Guide. Choose from Vegetables and Fruits, Grain Products, Milk and Alternatives, and Meat and Alternatives. The combinations are endless!
Choose ingredients that are already ready for you to use. Frozen and canned fruits and vegetables…
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