What should I eat after my due date?
It’s a good idea to continue the healthy diet you’ve been practicing throughout your pregnancy [1]. Make sure you are eating your fruits, vegetables, legumes, nuts, and whole grains and avoiding processed, sugary foods. Try to eat around three tablespoons or less of added sugar per day. WHO advises avoiding trans fats, which can be found in almost all packaged baked goods. Be sure to continue drinking enough water to prevent constipation and hemorrhoids.
You can take advantage of the extra time before the birth of your baby by experimenting with your diet. Eat extra carrots and celery to see if it will help your baby take a special interest in these tastes and smells later.
