Pregnancy and Traditional Chinese Medicine: A Guide to Maternal Care (Halal Version)

Pregnancy in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Nutrition by Trimester

First Trimester: Stabilizing the pregnancy — avoid blood-moving herbs

Second Trimester: Nourishing the fetus — foods that nourish Blood and Qi

Third Trimester: Preparing for childbirth — breathing and relaxation exercises

Safe Acupressure Points During Pregnancy

ST36 to strengthen Qi (permitted)

LI4 and SP6 (contraindicated — induce labor)

Recommended Foods

Red dates — nourish the Blood

Lamb — strengthen Qi

Rice — easy to digest

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