Your pregnancy test is positive, and emotions are plenty! First of all, congratulations. I remember all of these feelings very well. Along with all the excitement comes a lot of questions, especially when it comes to nutrition. I’m here to help!
As a registered dietitian who specializes in child and family nutrition, I’m asked all the time by expectant moms questions like: Which foods should I focus on during pregnancy? Or which nutrients should I be getting more of? Is it safe to drink coffee and consume caffeine during pregnancy?
Not to worry – here’s a breakdown with everything you need to know!
Here’s what this post covers:
- Food aversions and food cravings during pregnancy
- The best foods for a healthy pregnancy
- Pregnancy and weight gain: Are you gaining enough weight?
- Pregnancy and weight gain: Are you gaining too much weight?
- 7 foods to avoid during pregnancy
- Top 5 nutrients for a healthy pregnancy
- Coffee and caffeine during pregnancy
- How to choose a prenatal multivitamin
- 5 refreshing and fruity pregnancy mocktails
Many women struggle with gaining too much weight during pregnancy. But what happens when the opposite is true, and you’re not gaining enough weight during pregnancy? Here’s what you need to know about weight gain during pregnancy.
Many women experience food cravings and/or aversions during pregnancy and wonder what causes them or whether or not they serve a purpose. The answers vary depending on health professional or source, and we still need more research to know exactly why these happen. Interestingly, both cravings and aversions tend to happen around the same time in the first trimester of pregnancy, along with hormonal shifts, so many experts believe that cravings and aversions are hormone-related. Let's dive in to the answers!
Wondering which foods to focus on when you're pregnant, or which nutrients you should be getting more of? Here's a breakdown with everything you need to know!
Worried that you've gained too much weight during pregnancy? What happens when you’ve exceeded your weight gain recommendations and you’re nowhere near week 40? Take a deep breath because as a registered dietitian, I'm here to help answer these important questions so you can have a healthy pregnancy.
Food safety for moms-to-be is my specialty as a registered dietitian. Here’s a list of 7 foods to avoid when you’re pregnant, plus a list of the best foods for pregnancy too!
Here are some key nutrients (and foods) that will help to support your growing baby’s nutritional needs (as well as yours!) during pregnancy.
Your pregnancy test is positive, and instantly your mind is flooded with totally new questions. As a registered dietitian who specializes in child and family nutrition, I’m asked all the time by expectant and new moms if it’s safe to drink coffee and consume caffeine during pregnancy. The short answer is yes. Let’s look at the research in more detail.
Planning a pregnancy in the next few months? Yippee! Congrats! Before the baby-making begins, make sure that your body is primed to grow a healthy, thriving baby.
Mamas-to-be just wanna have fun! Beat the summer (or pregnancy) heat with these fun and fruity virgin drinks!
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[AD] Even this dietitian Mom is guilty of getting caught up in the busy morning school rush and totally missing breakfast. (🙋♀️) Once the kids are off, it’s straight to coffee and work until I realize I’m starving.
Everyone’s breakfast routine is different, but it’s important to honor your hunger and take the time to sit down and eat in the morning - seems simple, doesn’t it?! But it can feel overwhelming when you’re juggling a million tasks and to-dos–I get it!
To make your life easier, I’ve partnered with @naturesbakery to share some easy go-to breakfasts:
1. Breakfast Snack Plate: Grab a hardboiled egg, fruit, cheese cubes, and a Nature’s Bakery Bar—perfect for mornings on the go. 🥚🧀
2. 3-Ingredient Pancakes: You can find the recipe on my blog! I add dairy-free yogurt, chopped fruit and fig bars and enjoy!
3. Breakfast Bowl: Layer yogurt with granola, chopped Nature’s Bakery fig bars, chia seeds, and your favorite fruit. So filling and delicious! 🍓🥣
4. Smoothie + Fig Bar: Toss fruit, veggies, and yogurt (or non-dairy alternative) into a blender, and pair it with a Nature’s Bakery bar for a balanced breakfast. 🍓🥬
5. Overnight Banana Chia Oats (my fave!): Prep oats, chia seeds, and oatmilk the night before. In the morning, add chopped fig bars and fresh berries. Great grab-and-go option! 🍒🥛
Recipe for overnight banana chia oats:
To a glass/mason jar or container add:
* ½ cup rolled oats
* 1 tbsp chia seeds
* ½ ripe banana mashed
* 1 cup of oat or almond milk
Cover and store in the fridge overnight and enjoy with some cut up fruit, chopped up Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars and cinnamon!
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![[AD] Who else loves a quick, one-pot meal for the busy back-to-school season? 🙋♀️
As a dietitian and mom, I’m all about recipes that are quick, affordable, nourishing, and of course, delicious. That’s why I’ve teamed up with my friends at L’Ancêtre Cheese to bring you my Homemade One-Pot Hamburger Helper—perfect for weeknight dinners and makes awesome leftovers for lunchboxes too!
What I love most? You can toss everything—beef, pasta, veggies—into one pot, saving time and dishes! Plus, @ancetrecheese , made locally here in Canada from pasture-fed cows, adds that perfect cheesy touch. It’s organic, sustainably produced, and absolutely delicious. 🧀
What you need:
* 1.5 lbs lean ground beef
* 4 cups uncooked whole grain, regular or gluten-free pasta noodles (like rotini or macaroni)
* ½ yellow onion, diced
* 2 cups veggies of choice, diced (eg. mushrooms, bell peppers, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower etc.)
* 1 cup frozen peas
* 2 cloves garlic, minced
* 1 tsp pepper
* 1.5 cups milk of choice
* 1.5 cups chicken broth
* 1-680 mL jar tomato pasta sauce
* 2 tsp Italian Seasoning
* Tsp red pepper flakes
* 3 cups L’Ancêtre’s Marbled Mild Cheddar
Put it all together:
1. Cook beef in a large pot over medium-high heat until browned, then drain. Add onion, garlic, red pepper, mushrooms, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; cook until veggies are tender-crisp.
2. Mix in milk, broth, tomato sauce, and uncooked macaroni. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring often. Adjust liquid as needed.
3. Remove from heat, stir in frozen peas and 1 cup of cheese until melted. Transfer to a casserole dish, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and bake at 375°F for 5-10 minutes until golden. Cool before serving.
Make sure to pick up L’Ancêtre cheese (either a family-sized block or pre-shredded) at a local retailer near you! Visit https://www.fromagerieancetre.com/en/cheeses/ to find out more!
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