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Pregnancy Nutrition
Can you really eat for two? Here are the answers to your questions about weight gain, food cravings, nutritional safety, and morning sickness solutions. Plus, find out how a healthy diet can help ensure a healthy baby and less postpartum weight to lose later.
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Top Features
- Pregnancy Eating: What's Safe, What's Not
The one time you're actually supposed to eat more -- and now it suddenly seems like every food is off limits. Here, the final word on which foods to skip and which ones are A-OK during pregnancy.
- Your Guide to Essential Nutrients
Dispel the rumors and clarify the myths about foods that are healthy during pregnancy and those to steer clear of.
- Feeding Baby's Brain during Pregnancy
Certain foods have been proven to positively affect your baby's memory and capacity to learn, and others can hinder proper brain development. Here, what to eat and what to avoid while you're pregnant.
Healthy Eating Plan
- Simple Substitutions for a Happy & Healthy Holiday
It's important to monitor your caloric intake during the holidays so you remain within the pregnancy weight guidelines set by your doct...
- Pregnancy Eating: What's Safe, What's Not
The one time you're actually supposed to eat more -- and now it suddenly seems like every food is off limits. Here, the final word on w...
- Feed Your Baby's Brain During Pregnancy
Certain foods have been proven to positively affect your baby's memory and capacity to learn, and others can hinder proper brain develo...
- A Food Guide for Pregnant Women
Dispel the rumors and clarify the myths about foods that are healthy during pregnancy and those to steer clear of.
- 5 Simple Ways to Eat Healthier During Pregnancy
Now that you're pregnant, it's more important than ever to eat the nutrients you and your baby need to thrive. Here's how.
- A Healthy Holiday Pregnancy Diet
Which holiday foods are healthy and which should you avoid?
- Eating for Two: Healthy Pregnancy Nutrition Tips
Our nutrition guide will help you choose the smartest foods for you and your growing baby.
- The Pregnancy Eat Right Guide
What you should eat and avoid for a safe and healthy pregnancy.
- Healthy Pregnancy Diet
How to choose a well-balanced diet when it matters most.
- Quiz: Smart Eating for Two
How to make the most nutritious food choices when you're eating for two.
- Quiz: Test Your Pregnancy Nutrition IQ
Pregnancy Cravings & Smart Snack Choices
- Health Update: You Are What You Eat (and So Is Your Baby)
Your pregnancy cravings could impact your tot's favorite foods -- and how much he eats of them.
- Pregnancy Cravings
What's causing your cravings and what's safe to eat?
- Pregnant and Hungry
Learn to manage your pregnancy cravings and eat healthy -- even when you only want chocolate and chips.
- 40 Healthy Snacks for Moms-to-Be
Nosh nutritiously with these guilt-free treats
- 6 Alcohol-Free Cocktails
Try a delicious, nutritious drink especially for moms-to-be.
- Food Cravings
Nutritionist Maria Pari-Keener, MS, RD, answers the question, Is it normal that I am having such strong cravings?
- 5 Foods All Pregnant Women Need
These healthy snacks will help provide plenty of important nutrients for pregnancy, including vitamic C, folic acid and calcium.
- Q+A: Why Do I Get Cravings for Foods I Never Liked?
Dr. Elizabeth Pryor answers the question, Why do I have such strong cravings for certain foods?
- Healthy Snacks for Moms to Be
When hunger strikes between meals, it's tempting to grab a bag of chips or a candy bar. But healthy homemade snacks can be just as quic...
Food Safety 101
- What Not to Eat When You're Pregnant
From your first prenatal appointment, you'll hear all about what you should be eating and drinking during pregnancy, like calcium and f...
- What's Safe to Eat During Pregnancy?
Before giving in to your pregnancy cravings, find out which foods are safe for you and baby and which foods you should avoid.
- Eating Fish During Pregnancy
Nutritionist Maria Pari-Keener, MS, RD, answers the question, Does fish have too much mercury for pregnant women?
- Fish News for Pregnant Women
Give these fish choices -- safe for expecting or nursing moms -- a taste.
- Is Tuna Safe During Pregnancy?
Too much tuna and other fish may harm your nervous system. Find out how much fish is safe for you and baby.
- Nitrates during Pregnancy
Nutritionist Maria Pari-Keener, MS, RD, answers the question, Could nitrates be harmful to a fetus?
- Pregnancy and Food Poisoning
Protect yourself and your baby from food-borne illness.
- Pregnancy Food Safety
Which foods are dangerous -- and not so dangerous.
Getting the Nutrition You Need
- Getting Enough to Drink? (And is it the right stuff?)
Drink at least six to eight glasses of fluids a day while pregnant. (Don't wait until you're thirsty!) Use these tips to stay hydrated.
- Are You Getting Enough Calcium During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy and new motherhood are the most important times to be concerned about your calcium intake -- are you getting enough?
- Checklist: Nutrient-Boost Your Diet
Yum! Here are some tasty ways to pack nutrition into your meals and make every bite count.
- Being a Vegetarian -- and Pregnant
Nutritionist Maria Pari-Keener, MS, RD, answers the question, Does a vegetarian diet provide the necessary nutrition?
- Prenatal Vitamins: Best From Food or Supplements?
Maria Pari-Keener, MS, RD answers the question, Which is better -- vitamins from foods or vitamin supplements?
- Sources of Calcium
Can fortified orange juice provide enough calcium?
- Vegetarian Pregnancy
Dr. Elizabeth Pryor answers the question, Will a nonmeat diet provide enough nutrition?
- Why Calcium is Crucial During Pregnancy
Getting extra calcium during pregnancy boosts your unborn's health and your own.
Managing Morning Sickness
- Avoiding Morning Sickness
Nutritionist Maria Pari-Keener, MS, RD, answers the question, Are there foods that can prevent or ease nausea?
- Checklist: Best Foods for Morning Sickness and Constipation
These simple snacks can help soothe these common pregnancy problems.
- Checklist: Foods to Keep Your Blood Sugar Level Steady
Avoid feeling dizzy by keeping your blood sugar level steady. How? Eat small, frequent meals and snacks.
- Low Blood Sugar During Pregnancy
Dr. Elizabeth Pryor answers the question,, Are these unpleasant symptoms caused by low blood sugar?
- Morning-Sickness Nutrition
I'm afraid my unborn babies aren't getting enough nutrition.
- Nausea & Prenatal Vitamins
Find out how to curb nausea caused by prenatal supplements.
Weight-Gain Guidelines
- 9 Plus-Size Pregnancy Tips
- Plus-Size and Pregnant
If you're overweight, you face increased health risks, but you can turn things around. Here's how to have a healthy pregnancy.
- Pregnancy & Eating Disorders
Each year anorexia and bulimia affect 1 percent of moms-to-be. Here's what you need to know to protect your health and your baby's.
- Pregnancy Weight Gain
How many pounds should you be gaining, and when?
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