Taking Care of Yourself

1. Go to your prenatal visits (health care while you are pregnant).
   • Learn about the types of prenatal providers.
   • Learn about the types of visits during pregnancy.
2. Drink 8 to 10 glasses of water every day.
3. Eat healthy foods.
   • Learn about healthy foods to eat during pregnancy 
4. Exercise.
   • Learn about exercise during pregnancy. 
5. Get plenty of rest.
6. Do not use alcohol, cigarettes, or street drugs.
   • Learn about safety during pregnancy. 
7. Wear your seat belt.
8. Go to a childbirth education group.
9. Learn to relax with deep breathing.
10. Talk about your questions and worries. Ask for help.

Your support person may be your partner, the father of the baby, a friend, or family member. Your support person can:

• Be a good listener.
• Go to a childbirth education group or prenatal visit.
• Ask questions at prenatal visits.
• Help with housework, errands, and cooking.
• Help with childcare.