Precautions for pregnant women in their 5th month 1. Dietary precautions During the 5th month of pregnancy, special attention needs to be paid to diet. First of all, it is necessary to ensure balanced nutrition and increase the intake of nutrients such as protein, calcium, and iron. Secondly, avoid eating cold, greasy and spicy foods to avoid affecting the health of the fetus. 2. Exercise Precautions Appropriate exercise can help pregnant women maintain good health, but they need to pay attention during the 5 months of pregnancy.