Calcium

Your baby needs lots of calcium for strong bones and teeth.

Why?

• Calcium is important throughout pregnancy to build strong bones and teeth for baby.
• Getting enough calcium also helps to keep mom's bones and teeth healthy.

How?

• Eat foods rich in calcium, such as:
  • milk (all types)
  • cheese, yogurt
  • calcium-fortified soya or rice beverages
  • almonds
  • calcium-fortified orange juice
  • canned salmon or sardines with bones

Did you know?

... Baby starts forming teeth in the womb!

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