Your best advice for how to embrace a pregnancy, please.

[JellyBean]

A really great book for you to read would be 'A Labour of Love' by Gabrielle Targett. It gives plenty of tips to help you get in touch with your unborn child.

I have also done a fair bit of research on the link between post natal depression and hormonal imbalance, and its relationship with nutrient deficiency (each woman's deficiency is specific to their constitution). Pregnancy and breastfeeding can really take it our of you- and it is natures way that the baby will suck out the most bioavailable nutrients, leaving you with the 'leftovers'. The link between nutrient deficiency and hormonal imbalance is very strong- as is the relationship between hormonal imbalance and depression.
I strongly advise you purchase and read the book 'The Natural Way to a Better Pregnancy' by Francesca Naish. It also covers the emotional aspects of pregnancy. Taking pregnancy and breastfeeding supplements throughout is important- as is avoiding alcohol etc, but there is SSOOOO much more that can be done in terms of providing the body with the fuel it requires to generate enough vital nutrients for you and the baby, and prevent a severe hormonal imbalance after the birth.
(Of course there are lifestyle factors which play a significant role - I don't wish to undermine that.)
In the meantime- arm your body with as much EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) rich foods as possible. The Omega 3,6 & 9 oils in EFA rich foods are paramount in fighting off depression. Start spreading avocado on your bread instead of butter or other spreads. Eat at least a handful of nuts every day (Almonds, Brazil & Cashews very good), as well as seeds (pumpkin, linseeds, sunflower & sesame seeds). You may be able to buy a muesli which contains a great mix of nuts & seeds.
Buy an organic flaxseed oil and organic cold-pressed extra virgin oil. Alternate the use of these on your salad instead of regular salad dressing (which is usually full of additives). I haven't mentioned fish oil because of potential mercury contamination. For this reason it is best you stick to plant-based omega sources during pregnancy.
If you haven't already done so, I also suggest you purchase the bestselling guide 'Additive Alert' by Julie Eady. It explains in detail the nature of the additives in our every-day foods and their link with certain conditions- asthma, depression etc.

I hope this helps. Stay strong!

Wishing you a happy & healthy pregnancy,

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