Precautions for IVF diet
IVF refers to an embryo that is transferred to a female uterus for growth and development after in vitro fertilization through assisted reproductive technology. In order to ensure the healthy growth of IVF, the choice and management of diet is very important. This article will elaborate the food precautions of IVF from four aspects: preparation before pregnancy, pregnancy, feeding period and common problems.
1. Preparation before pregnancy
Before IVF treatment, pregnant women and fathers should pay attention to diet adjustment. First of all, they should maintain a healthy weight. Excessive obesity or emaciation will have a negative impact on the health of pregnant women and the fetus. Secondly, balanced nutrition intake is also crucial for the health of IVF. Food should contain various nutrients such as protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins and minerals.
During pregnancy preparation, pregnant women should increase their intake of folic acid, which helps reduce the risk of fetal neural tube defects. At the same time, drinks and foods rich in caffeine should be avoided, because excessive caffeine may increase the risk of premature birth, fetal growth restriction, etc.
In addition, alcohol and smoking should be avoided as far as possible during the preparation before pregnancy. These bad habits will have serious adverse effects on the development of embryos.
2. Pregnancy
After the success of IVF transplantation, pregnant women enter the pregnancy period. Dietary choices at this stage will affect the development of embryos and the health of pregnant women. Pregnant women should pay attention to the diversification and balance of diet, and the food should contain enough protein, carbohydrate, fat, vitamins and minerals.
During pregnancy, pregnant women should pay special attention to the control of water consumption and maintain appropriate water intake to avoid dehydration. At the same time, the consumption of raw seafood and meat should be avoided to prevent infection with bacteria and parasites, which may have adverse effects on embryos.
In addition, pregnant women should also avoid eating high salt food and high sugar food to control weight gain and prevent the occurrence of gestational diabetes.
3. Feeding period
After the birth of test tube babies, special attention should be paid to the diet during the feeding period. In the first six months, infants mainly feed on breast milk, which is rich in nutrients and antibodies and plays an important role in the development of infants' immune system.
In case of insufficient breast milk, infant formula can be added appropriately. Before adding complementary foods, consult with the doctor and add them according to the development of the baby. When adding complementary foods, avoid adding too much salt and sugar, as well as potential allergens, such as eggs, milk and peanuts, to prevent allergic reactions.
During feeding, attention should be paid to avoid overfeeding to avoid obesity.
4. Frequently asked questions
IVF babies may face some common dietary problems, such as indigestion, allergy, etc. In the face of these problems, parents should timely consult the doctor's advice and make corresponding adjustments according to the doctor's guidance. Sometimes, special medical formulas may be required to meet the special needs of infants.
In addition, parents should pay attention to observing the baby's eating habits and health status, and regularly take the baby to the hospital for physical examination and testing to ensure that the baby's diet and development are normal.
summary
The diet of IVF is crucial to the health and development of infants. From pre pregnancy preparation to pregnancy, and then to feeding period, attention should be paid to nutrition intake and balanced food selection. In addition, parents also need to face common dietary problems and seek help and guidance from doctors in a timely manner. Proper diet management can help IVF grow healthily.
