A Checklist for Pregnant Women

Are you having a baby in a few months? There’s a lot that you can do now to help make sure that you have a healthy delivery and baby.

Are you on the right track? Find out with this checklist. Check off the steps that you’re doing now.

I see my doctor for prenatal checkups.
I don’t smoke, drink alcohol, or take illegal drugs.
I take vitamin pills made for pregnant women that have 400 micrograms of folic acid.
I get about 30 minutes of gentle exercise daily, as recommended by my doctor.
My meals include plenty of fruits, vegetables, grains, lean protein, and foods rich in calcium.
When I feel my stress level rising, I take time out to relax.

Talk with your doctor if you have any questions about these steps. And remember that you need to pick out a doctor for your baby before he or she is born.