Why Wellness During Pregnancy is Important?
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Pregnancy is a transformative time. With good physical and emotional health, you are better able to focus on the many necessary decisions to support your new baby.
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You will be more resilient for the inevitable physical changes and challenges.
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You will be more resilient for the inevitable emotional changes and challenges.
“Let us make pregnancy an occasion when we appreciate our female bodies.”
Merete Leonhardt-Lupa
With the Wellness During Pregnancy, Second Trimester challenge you will learn to:
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Lead a healthy overall lifestyle during pregnancy
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Consume healthy foods and beverages and take supplements to support your baby
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Work with your healthcare team to manage your health and medical conditions
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Minimize your exposure to environmental toxins and chemicals
“A new baby is like the beginning of all things — wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.”
Eda LaShan
Learn
1. Click here to access and print the "Passport" as a guide to your Virtual Exhibit.
2. Click here for the Wellness During Pregnancy, Second Trimester Virtual Exhibit and learn why and how to prepare for the physical and emotional changes of mid pregnancy and begin focusing on childbirth and a new baby.
Take Action
1. Click here to access and print the Wellness During Pregnancy, Second Trimester Challenge.
2. Record the days you acted on lifestyle, nutrition, medical and environmental considerations on the Wellness During Pregnancy, Second Trimester Challenge Sheet.
Access Support
1. Click here to view articles, videos, tools, and inspiration to succeed in the Wellness During Pregnancy, Second Trimester Challenge.
2. Access these support resources on the employee well-being portal.