At this point, your baby begins to store iron. Consequently, and also because of your own blood volume, your body needs more. In addition to the supplements prescribed by your doctor, it is important to find iron in your diet. Cereals rich in iron can be a good solution. Since vitamin C is essential to absorb iron, accompany your bowl of cereals with a large glass of orange juice.

Did you know...
 

That your baby makes the difference between sweet, salty, bitter and sour with the tiny taste buds that were formed during his third month? He experiences his first tastes through the amniotic liquid!

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