If you’re a mom-to-be, check out these different brands of milk for pregnant moms.
What can you read in this article?
- Why pregnant women should drink milk
- 5 milk brands for pregnant in the Philippines
As a soon-to-be mother, your baby’s welfare is definitely your number one priority. All a mother wants is for her child to be born healthy and strong. But remember that the health of the baby also depends on your health as you conceive the baby.
Aside from eating the right kinds of food, staying hydrated, exercising and getting enough rest, a lot of moms add drinking milk to their prenatal routine.
Why do pregnant moms need milk
Drinking milk can help support a mom’s nutritional needs she is pregnant. Milk, in general, provides the body with nutrients to keep our bones strong. It is also recommended for pregnant people who experience severe morning sickness and are not eating well. It is also given to pregnant women who are deficient in vitamin D and calcium.
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Benefits of drinking milk during pregnancy
There are many benefits to consuming various dairy products such as milk while pregnant. It provides a variety of nutrients that our body needs to prepare for labor and for the baby’s development.
1. Milk is the main source of calcium and vitamin D for pregnant women.
A pregnant woman needs vitamin D to lower the percentage of her baby having a birth allergy. Getting the adequate amount of vitamin D also helps in achieving the right birth weight for baby.
Calcium, on the other hand,is important for the proper bone development of the baby as it grows in her womb.
If there’s not enough calcium circulating in your blood, your body will pull calcium from your bones to supply the baby with what it needs. This might increase your risk of developing osteoporosis, a bone disease that causes fragile bones, later in life.
According to the website Hello Motherhood, your calcium needs jump to 1,000 milligrams per day when you’re pregnant. One cup of milk provides around 275 milligrams, or more than 25 percent of your entire day’s needs.
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2. Drinking milk during pregnancy is good for the baby’s growth.
The nutrients found in milk are essential for the development of baby’s bones, teeth, heart, muscles and nerves. Studies say that the calcium that a baby gets inside the womb will give him stature as he grows.
3. Milk is rich in protein, amino acids, and fatty acids.
Protein is very important for the fetus to build healthy cells. Deficiency in this nutrient may lead to poor birth weight and birth defects.
DHA, an Omega-3 fatty acid found in milk, also contributes to the proper development of baby’s brain and eyes.
4. Effective antacid protection
The calcium and protein found in milk are actually what helps the body counter heartburn or acid reflux in pregnant women, because of its acid-neutralizing properties.
5. The iodine content of milk provides good brain development in the baby.
According to World Health Organization, iodine is essential in the production of thyroid hormones of both the mother and her baby. This is why the body’s iodine requirement increases in pregnancy to ensure adequate supply to the fetus. Milk is one good source of iodine for pregnant women.
6. Decreases the chance of getting sick
Drinking milk during pregnancy can reduce the chances of developing various diseases of the mother and baby such as having multiple sclerosis, neonatal rickets, and osteoporosis.
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5 milk brands for pregnant in the Philippines
Anmum comes in a variety of flavors such as chocolate, mocha latte, and vanilla concentrate.
Why we like it
It is made to provide the pregnant mom with essential nutrients by drinking only two glasses of it per day. If you liked chocolate drinks as a kid, you will love their chocolate flavor.
Nutrients you can get
Anmum is packed with nutrients that are good for the baby and mother such as folate, calcium, and iron. It also has the brain nutrients GA and DHA for the mental development of the baby. Apart from that, it also has Probio DR10 which is a probiotic and Inulin which is another prebiotic. They work together to boost immunity and improve digestion.
Price
Price starts at P199.00 depending on the size.
Like other maternal milk products, Enfamama is not just formulated for pregnant women.
Why we like it
After giving birth, you’ll still need all the nutrients you can get to make sure your body can keep up with the demands of being a new mom. This milk brand supports a woman’s motherhood journey from pregnancy to breastfeeding. It comes with chocolate and vanilla flavors.
Nutrients you can get
Enfamama Brainergy Complex contains DHA and essential nutrients that help ensure healthy pregnancy and lactation of the mother as well as the brain development of the baby. It also has folic acid, zinc for the central nervous system, choline for cognitive function, iodine for thyroid hormones, and iron for red blood cells.
Price
For 350g, Enfamama A+ can be purchased for P385.00
A delicious milk supplement that is low in fat.
Why we like it
If you are concerned with your sugar intake, this brand of maternal milk is good for you. It is low in fat, has 56% less sucrose, and has fewer calories.
Nutrients you can get
To enhance baby’s cognitive growth, it has five key ingredients – DHA, choline, calcium, vitamin D, and zinc. It also contains folic acid, iron and other essential nutrients.
Price
The Wyeth Promama 350g can be purchased for P351.00
This imported brand is packed with nutrients a mother needs for pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Why we like it
It contains prebiotics and probiotics to support your gut health and help prevent constipation.
Nutrients you can get
Frisomum contains zinc, selenium, vitamin E, and vitamin C that help boost your immunity. It is also packed with calcium, vitamin D, and protein to keep you healthy during your pregnancy. And as mentioned earlier, it has probiotics and prebiotics that are important for your digestive health.
Price
Frisomum Gold 900g can be purchased for P840.
This milk brand claims to reduce morning sickness by 90 percent!
Why we like it
Prenagen Emesis provides complete nutrition in the very early stages of pregnancy. It is suitable for pregnant women who often experience morning sickness and cannot eat properly. There are two flavors to choose from – vanilla delight and velvety chocolate.
Nutrients you can get
It has a Prenapo formula that is high in folic acid, omega 3,6, and 9. Calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, vitamin D, iron, protein, and inulin.
Price
A 400-gram pack of it costs ₱ 410.
With proper diet and taking prenatal vitamins, any of these milk brands will help a pregnant woman get the nutrients she needs to keep herself and baby healthy.
REMINDER
Reminder, always read the label and instructions before consuming these products. You can also consult your OB-Gynecologist to know what type of milk she advises you to drink while you’re pregnant.
Translated with permission from the original article.
