Labor can take many hours before contractions become more frequent and regular and the woman can then go to the hospital. What can be eaten in this period, while the woman is still at home, and the contractions are still not very regular are light foods such as brown bread, fruit or yogurt, because they facilitate digestion and release energy in a controlled manner.
During labor, it is also recommended to drink a lot of water, because in addition to satisfying the thirst that is characteristic of that moment, it makes the woman often go to the bathroom, staying active, facilitating the baby's birth.
Foods allowed during labor
Some easily digestible foods that can be consumed during labor are:
- Rice, whole grain toast; Pear, apple, banana; Fish, turkey or chicken; Pumpkin and carrot stew.
It is recommended to eat something before going to the hospital because when entering the delivery room, it is not possible to eat anything else, and the woman should probably stay in the serum through venous access.
Foods to avoid during labor
Some foods such as sweets, chocolate, cakes or ice cream are discouraged during labor, as well as red meats, sausages, fried foods or other foods rich in fat, because they can cause indigestion and increase a woman's discomfort.
Find out what signs of labor are in: Signs of labor.
