A very important part of the healthy development of the baby during pregnancy, is the diet. A pregnant woman has an energy requirement of between 2200 and 2500 kcal per day. During the postpartum period, this requirement increases, up to 3000 kcal per day. It is important that the diet provides all vitamins, trace elements and nutrients. It is important that the diet provides all vitamins, trace elements and nutrients. 2 litres of fluid, including about 1 litre of milk per day. If the diet does not provide adequate amounts of micronutrients, supplementation is necessary.[5]

During pregnancy, physical exercise should also be limited, which does not mean that you should give up exercise. It is not advisable during this period to use saunas, to undertake heavy physical exertion, or to participate in sports that may result in injury.[6] The doctor should also take a history of the pregnant woman's place and working conditions and instruct her in the avoidance of factors harmful to her pregnancy. The doctor, based on the law, has the possibility to remove the pregnant woman from her work activity if he considers that the factors to which she is exposed in her work may endanger the health of the child. [7]

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The birthing school is an institution that aims to help maintain well-being and mental well-being during pregnancy, as well as to prepare mum and dad for the birth and the post-partum period. The birthing school is also useful because it shows the parents how to care for their newborn baby and what to pay special attention to. It prepares you theoretically and practically by teaching you how to relax, how to exercise during pregnancy and how to breathe.[8]