| 4.5 |
Factors Affecting the Development of a Foetus and Baby |
Daily calorie requirement of a pregnant woman:
Carbohydrate: 11 592 kJ
Protein: 85 g
Calcium: 1 000 - 1 500 mg
Vitamin A: 900
Iron: 15 mg
Vitamin C: 50 mg
The effects of smoking intake of alcoholic drinks and drugs on a pregnant woman.
| Substance |
Effects |
| Cigarette |
- The baby may have low birth weight
- The baby may have a higher mortality rate
- The baby may become retarded and have physical disabilities
- The baby may be born premature
- Miscarriage of foetus may happen
|
| Alcoholic drink |
- The baby may be born with Foetal Alcohol Syndrome
- Foetal development may be delayed
- The brain, nervous system and the heart may be damaged
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| Drug |
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The importance of Breast Milk:
- Breast milk contains all the essential nutrients for a baby
- Breast milk contains antibodies that can protect a baby from a certain diseases.
- Relationship between mother and baby will become closer.
- Baby who consumes breast milk has better digestion compared to formula milk.
