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Having your doctor and having regular visits is very important for you, because antenatal care is beneficial for the pregnant woman. You need to take an adequate amount of folic acid, as prescribed by your doctor. Folic acid intake should not exceed (400 to 800 mcg or 0.4 to 0.8 mg) per day. Taking folic acid, with vitamins, helps reduce the risk of birth defects. For a pregnant woman, nutrition of the main food groups is vital for the healthy development of the baby. (Kail & Cavanaugh, 2014). Pregnant women need to eat different types of healthy foods including fruits and vegetables. In particular, foods rich in calcium, such as whole grains, lean meats and seafood. You need to increase your daily fluid intake, especially drinking enough water. The other area in which the pregnant woman must be active is physical activity, which helps maintain a balanced body weight during pregnancy. Getting enough sleep, washing your hands often and avoiding stress is essential. In addition to what I have already said above, it is always useful for pregnant women to get the necessary flu vaccine. Avoid smoking and quit if you smoke. Because smoking is not good during pregnancy and can even harm your health