Omega-3 fatty acids are essential for healthy development of your baby's brain and nerve tissues and have been associated with improved early childhood development. Omega-3 fatty acids are found in oily fish such as mackerel, herring, tuna, sardines. And some other sources of omega-3 include walnuts, flax seeds, soy beans, tofu and eggs from hens who have been fed a diet rich in omega-3.
You should aim to eat three portions of oily fish a week during pregnancy. Omega-3 supplements are also easily available. If you find it hard to eat enough omega-3 rich foods, always choose an omega-3 supplement that is suitable for use in pregnancy.
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A baby’s brain will double in size during the first year, reaching more than half of its adult size by the time the baby reaches his or her first birthday. By the time the child is five, his or her brain will have grown to its full size, but won’t stop developing until much later. A person’s brain can continue to develop into his or her mid-20s.
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