In addition to a higher calorie intake, pregnancy requires a higher amount of certain nutrients, since their deficiency may lead to severe complications. Special care of diet and lifestyle is also important after birth, during breastfeeding period. The appropriate intake of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly DHA, is paramount to support the development of brain and eye of the foetus and the breast fed newborn. The needs of Vitamins and Minerals is also increased during this particular period of life; it is then useful coping with these nutritional needs by adding an appropriate supplementation to normal diet.
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