A Week of Delicious Pregnancy Meals and Snacks

Eating healthy when you're pregnant can be hard: You have crazy cravings and an even crazier schedule. But eating right is important for your growing baby, so check out our meal plan for a variety of nutritious, dietician-approved meals that you'll love. There's even ice cream!

By Willow Jarosh, R.D., and Stephanie Clark, R.D. from Parents Magazine

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Shannon Greer
Your Pregnancy Meal Plan

This plan is designed so that you can pick a different meal and snack for each day of the week; we've counted the calories for you. And you get to eat lots -- breakfast, lunch, dinner, two snacks (one calcium rich, one regular), and a treat. Woo hoo! All recipes are single servings, so this is a total no-brainer. The recipes here are an average of 400 calories more than a non-pregnant woman eats (exactly what you need during your second and third trimester).

Total daily calories: 2200

If your doctor says you are underweight, you'll likely need about 2400 calories a day: Add an after-dinner snack from the snack list or double the size of one snack during the day.

If you started your pregnancy overweight, you'll likely need about 2000 calories a day: Only choose one snack each day.
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Blaine Moats

Breakfast 1: Classic Apple-Cinnamon Overnight Oats

Remembering to prepare these oats before bed may not be easy, but you'll love waking up to a pre-made breakfast. Pour one cup of nonfat milk over 2/3 cup rolled oats and stir in 1/4 tsp cinnamon. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit in the fridge overnight. In the morning, add 2 tablespoons chopped walnuts and a small apple (chopped).

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 448.3
Protein: 19.6 g
Carbohydrate: 65.3 g
Dietary Fiber: 9.148 g
Total Sugars: 24.2 g
Total Fat: 13.8 g
Saturated Fat: 1.84 g
Cholesterol: 4.94 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: 1.43 g
Calcium: 560.1 mg
Iron: 3.147 mg
Sodium: 132.1 mg
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Folate: 47.7 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg

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Evan Sklar
Breakfast 2: Egg Wrap

Craving some Mexican? This egg wrap will satisfy your early-morning munchies. Scramble one egg and one egg white in 2 teaspoons olive oil. Add 1 cup baby spinach and sauté until just wilted. Put egg-spinach mixture on a 10-inch whole wheat tortilla, along with 1/4 cup reduced fat shredded Mexican blend cheese and 1/4 cup salsa. Roll up and enjoy.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 453.4
Protein: 26.2 g
Carbohydrate: 44 g
Dietary Fiber: 6.86 g
Total Sugars: .941 g
Total Fat: 21.2 g
Saturated Fat: 5.989 g
Cholesterol: 231.5 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .164 g
Calcium: 353.8 mg
Iron: 4.448 mg
Sodium: 856.6 mg
Vitamin D: .438 mcg
Folate: 123.6 mcg
Folic Acid: 16.8 mcg
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How to Make Trail Mix for Pregnant Woman

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Marty Baldwin
Breakfast 3: Pear and Cheese Breakfast Sandwich

An English muffin turns this traditional lunch-time sandwich into a fun breakfast option. Separate the two sides of a whole wheat English muffin. Place 1/2 of a large pear, sliced, on one half and top with a 1-ounce slice of cheddar cheese. Put both halves under the broiler for 2-3 minutes, or until the top browns and the cheese is melted. Sandwich the two halves together. Serve with the remaining half of the pear spread with 2 teaspoons almond butter.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 447.5
Protein: 15.1 g
Carbohydrate: 64.5 g
Dietary Fiber: 12.6 g
Total Sugars: 23.2 g
Total Fat: 17.5 g
Saturated Fat: 6.914 g
Cholesterol: 29.8 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .149 g
Calcium: 314.7 mg
Iron: 2.688 mg
Sodium: 397.9 mg
Vitamin D: .085 mcg
Folate: 88.7 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
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Christopher Gallo
Breakfast 4: Crunchy Pumpkin Spice Parfait

This breakfast is so tasty, it practically doubles as dessert. If you've got a sweet tooth, then you're in for a treat. Stir 1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling), 1/4 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice and 2 teaspoons of maple syrup into 1 cup of nonfat plain yogurt. Put half of the pumpkin-yogurt mixture into a mug or glass, top with 2 tablespoons granola, 1 tablespoon raisins and 2 teaspoons chopped cashews. Pour on remaining yogurt mixture and top with another 2 tablespoons granola, 1 tablespoon raisins and 2 teaspoons chopped cashews.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 455.4
Protein: 20.7 g
Carbohydrate: 68 g
Dietary Fiber: 6.357 g
Total Sugars: 21.9 g
Total Fat: 13.7 g
Saturated Fat: 2.825 g
Cholesterol: 4.41 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .027 g
Calcium: 552.2 mg
Iron: 3.727 mg
Sodium: 199.5 mg
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Folate: 71.2 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
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Blaine Moats
Breakfast 5: Jimmy Dean D-lights Sandwich

Pop a frozen Jimmy Dean D-lights sandwich into the microwave for a healthy and hassle-free breakfast. Enjoy with a medium (16 ounce) nonfat decaf latte and a medium orange.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 186.4
Protein: 13.7 g
Carbohydrate: 33.6 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.144 g
Total Sugars: 30.9 g
Total Fat: .557 g
Saturated Fat: .504 g
Cholesterol: 7.344 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .013 g
Calcium: 512.6 mg
Iron: .318 mg
Sodium: 162.5 mg
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Folate: 58.2 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg

Total for meal (sandwich, latte, and orange):
Calories: 446
Protein: 32 g
Carb: 63 g
Fiber: 5 g
Total Fat: 8.5 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Cholesterol: 42 mg
Calcium: 700 mg
Iron: 2.1 mg
Sodium: 920mg
Sugar: 34 g
- Find out where you can buy Jimmy Dean products here.
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Robyn Lehr

Lunch 1: Egg-cellent Veggie & Hummus Pita

This pita has veggies, eggs, hummus -- and tons of flavor! Fill a 6-inch whole wheat pita with 1/4 cup hummus, 1 sliced hard-boiled egg plus one hard-boiled egg white, 1/3 cup chopped tomato, 1/2 cup baby spinach, a sprinkle of paprika and 1 tablespoon toasted pine nuts. Serve with a cup of grapes.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 553.8
Protein: 22.4 g
Carbohydrate: 81.1 g
Dietary Fiber: 9.963 g
Total Sugars: 28.3 g
Total Fat: 18.5 g
Saturated Fat: 3.116 g
Cholesterol: 212 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .172 g
Calcium: 104.6 mg
Iron: 5.154 mg
Sodium: 620.7 mg
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Folate: 125.4 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg

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Alexandra Grablewski
Lunch 2: Colorful Crab Salad Sandwich

While some seafood is off-limits during pregnancy, you can relax and indulge in any seafood cravings with this safe and tasty crab salad sandwich. Mix a 6-ounce can of crab meat (drained) with 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise, 1/4 cup shredded carrot, 1/4 cup diced celery and 1 tablespoon chopped red onion. Spread mixture onto a slice of whole wheat bread and top with second slice of bread. Serve with 1/2 cup rinsed, drained canned white beans tossed with 1 tablespoon chopped red onion, 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 564.4
Protein: 33.2 g
Carbohydrate: 69.6 g
Dietary Fiber: 11.9 g
Total Sugars: 9.441 g
Total Fat: 20.8 g
Saturated Fat: 2.286 g
Cholesterol: 110.5 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: 1.186 g
Calcium: 183.2 mg
Iron: 6.462 mg
Sodium: 1103 mg
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Folate: 87.6 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
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Blaine Moats

Lunch 3: Fiesta Salad

Hold the margarita (only for a few more months!) and enjoy this fun, Mexican-inspired salad. Top 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce with 1 cup canned black beans (rinsed, drained), 1/2 a medium baked (or microwaved) sweet potato (cubed, with skin), 1/3 cup diced tomato and 1/4 cup frozen and thawed corn kernels. Drizzle with lime vinaigrette: 1 tablespoon lime juice, 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon chopped garlic and salt and pepper to taste; sprinkle with 1/4 cup reduced fat shredded Mexican blend cheese.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 542.7
Protein: 27.4 g
Carbohydrate: 66.9 g
Dietary Fiber: 20.7 g
Total Sugars: 7.892 g
Total Fat: 21.4 g
Saturated Fat: 5.26 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .401 g
Calcium: 360 mg
Iron: 5.411 mg
Sodium: 394.3 mg
Vitamin D: 0 mcg
Folate: 415.8 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg

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Andy Lyons
Lunch 4: Loaded Pesto Veggie Burger

Skip the fast-food restaurant and make this burger at home to save time, money and lots of calories. Cook a veggie burger according to instructions. Using a grill pan sprayed with cooking spray, grill a thick slice of yellow onion and a Portobello mushroom cap. Place veggie burger onto half of a whole wheat hamburger bun spread with 2 teaspoons prepared pesto. Top with a slice of Swiss cheese, Portobello mushroom and onion and the second half of the bun. Serve with 2 carrots, cut into sticks and dipped into 2 tablespoons hummus.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 549.1
Protein: 33.2 g
Carbohydrate: 55.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 11.8 g
Total Sugars: 13.3 g
Total Fat: 22.2 g
Saturated Fat: 7.257 g
Cholesterol: 30.1 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .356 g
Calcium: 413.5 mg
Iron: 3.905 mg
Sodium: 867.8 mg
Vitamin D: .312 mcg
Folate: 125.3 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
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Gemma Comas
Lunch 5: Panera Bread "You Pick 2" Menu

Choosing a healthy meal when you're out can be daunting, but Panera Bread's "You Pick 2" menu makes it simple and easy to eat right. Order half a Napa Almond Chicken sandwich, half a Strawberry Poppyseed & Chicken salad and eat half an apple side.

Calories: 550
Total Fat: 20 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Cholesterol: 60 mg
Sodium: 780 mg
Carbohydrate: 72.5 g
Fiber: 7 g
Protein: 29 g
- Get all of Panera Bread's nutritional information here.
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Kritsada Panichgul
Dinner 1: Stuffed Acorn Squash with White Beans, Mushrooms & Wild Rice

Stuffed acorn squash has tons of nutrients that all pregnant women need, but it's especially great for expecting vegetarian mamas. Cut 1 medium acorn squash in half horizontally; remove seeds. Place on a baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray, cut side down. Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until tender. While squash is cooking, sauté 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped mushroom, 1/3 cup white beans and 1 clove chopped garlic in 2 teaspoons olive oil until soft, about 3-5 minutes. Add 1 cup cooked wild or brown rice and 1 Tbsp chopped pistachios to mixture and continue to stir until heated through, about 1 minute more. Set aside. Remove squash from the oven, stuff each half with the rice and bean mixture, then top each half with 2 tbsp parmesan cheese. Place in oven again and cook an additional 10 minutes.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 641.7
Protein: 23.6 g
Carbohydrate: 110.2 g
Dietary Fiber: 16.2 g
Total Sugars: 6.101 g
Total Fat: 16.5 g
Saturated Fat: 3.59 g
Cholesterol: 6.8 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .438 g
Calcium: 362.5 mg
Iron: 7.457 mg
Sodium: 763.8 mg
Vitamin C: 55.4 mg
Folate: 198.2 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 198.2 mcg
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Blaine Moats

Dinner 2: Parmesan Chicken Tenders with Marinara Dipping Sauce

Pregnant women need at least 60 g of protein each day, which shouldn't be a problem since this parmesan chicken is packed with it -- more than 50 g! Preheat oven to 475. Bread 5 ounces of chicken tenders by dipping in an egg wash made with 2 egg whites lightly beaten with a fork, then in 2 tbsp bread crumbs (preferably whole wheat) mixed with 1 tbsp parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Bake chicken tenders on a wire rack or baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray for 15 minutes or until chicken is cooked to 165 degrees internally. Serve with 4.5 ounces baked Alexia sweet potato fries (about 18 fries) and 1 cup steamed broccoli drizzled with 1 teaspoon olive oil and a squeeze of lemon juice.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 649.2
Protein: 50.9 g
Carbohydrate: 69.6 g
Dietary Fiber: 10.7 g
Total Sugars: 19.7 g
Total Fat: 22.8 g
Saturated Fat: 4.002 g
Cholesterol: 92.5 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .222 g
Calcium: 231.4 mg
Iron: 3.678 mg
Sodium: 1171 mg
Vitamin C: 68.1 mg
Folate: 86.5 mcg
Folic Acid: 11.1 mcg
Food Folate: 75.4 mcg

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Marty Baldwin
Dinner 3: Pork and Pineapple Kebobs

Throw some of these kebobs on the grill for a healthier alternative to standard BBQ fare. Cut 4 ounces of pork tenderloin or boneless top loin roast into 1.5 inch pieces. In a zip-lock bag add juice of 1/2 a lime, 1/2 clove of chopped garlic, 1/4 cup juice from pineapple canned in its own juices and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Let marinate for about 30 minutes. Cut 1/2 of a medium red bell pepper and 1/4 of a medium onion into 1" pieces. Thread pork, pepper, onion and 1/2 cup canned pineapple chunks in their own juices, onto 2 skewers. Grill on a medium high flame until pork is cooked to an internal temperature of 145 degrees. Serve over 1.5 cups cooked bulgur wheat tossed with 2 teaspoons olive oil, 1/8 teaspoon salt and pepper to taste.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 640.6
Protein: 35.6 g
Carbohydrate: 86.8 g
Dietary Fiber: 15.2 g
Total Sugars: 28.6 g
Total Fat: 19.2 g
Saturated Fat: 3.429 g
Cholesterol: 71.4 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .187 g
Calcium: 75.1 mg
Iron: 4.212 mg
Sodium: 366.8 mg
Vitamin C: 103.2 mg
Folate: 101.5 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 101.5 mcg
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Blaine Moats

Dinner 4: Quick and Easy Pizza and Salad

You've probably heard that pregnant women need more iron, but did you know that pizza is a great place to find it? Heat an Amy's Organic Single Serve Pesto Pizza according to instructions. Serve with a salad made with 1 cup mixed greens, 1/2 of a sliced cucumber, 1 cup halved grape tomatoes, 1/2 cup canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained), 2 teaspoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar and garlic powder to taste.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 640.4
Protein: 21.1 g
Carbohydrate: 85.1 g
Dietary Fiber: 13.6 g
Total Sugars: 9.939 g
Total Fat: 24.1 g
Saturated Fat: 5.74 g
Cholesterol: 15 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .087 g
Calcium: 316 mg
Iron: 8.733 mg
Sodium: 1059 mg
Vitamin C: 31.9 mg
Folate: 92.3 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 92.3 mcg

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Lucy Schaeffer
Dinner 5: Dinner Nachos

By using reduced-fat cheese and non-fat yogurt, we turned a traditional junk food into a calcium-rich dinner. Layer one ounce of corn chips with 1/3 cup kidney beans, 2 tbsp chopped olives and 1/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheese. Bake in oven or toaster oven for about 10 minutes or until all ingredients are hot and cheese is melted. Top with 1/2 cup shredded lettuce, 1/4 cup chopped tomatoes, 1/3 cup salsa and 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 656.8
Protein: 36.9 g
Carbohydrate: 70.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 11.9 g
Total Sugars: 9.806 g
Total Fat: 29 g
Saturated Fat: 7.082 g
Cholesterol: 30 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .44 g
Calcium: 712.1 mg
Iron: 4.461 mg
Sodium: 1517 mg
Vitamin C: 9.557 mg
Folate: 140.6 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 140.6 mcg
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Blaine Moats
Calcium-Rich Snack 1: Crackers and Cheese

Soft cheeses may be out of your diet while pregnant, but pasteurized and harder cheeses are a great way to get the extra calcium you need. Spread 5 Triscuit whole grain crackers with 2 Laughing Cow light cheese wedges and top with 1 tbsp dried cranberries.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 202.2
Protein: 7.205 g
Carbohydrate: 24.8 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.017 g
Total Sugars: 4.561 g
Total Fat: 8.394 g
Saturated Fat: .855 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .096 g
Calcium: 133.2 mg
Iron: .806 mg
Sodium: 685 mg
Vitamin C: .014 mg
Folate: 7 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 7 mcg
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Blaine Moats
Calcium-Rich Snack 2: Peachy Crunchy Yogurt

If you weren't a yogurt fan before you became pregnant, now is a great time to convert. A non-fat yogurt will provide you with lots of protein and calcium, but not a lot of sugar -- a perfect combination. Mix some flaxseeds into 6 oz container of Chobani non-fat peach yogurt with 2 tsp flaxseeds and 1 tbsp granola stirred in.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 198.7
Protein: 15.7 g
Carbohydrate: 25.2 g
Dietary Fiber: 2.002 g
Total Sugars: 19.1 g
Total Fat: 3.854 g
Saturated Fat: .503 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: 1.065 g
Calcium: 216.2 mg
Iron: .543 mg
Sodium: 67.1 mg
Vitamin C: 1.298 mg
Folate: 9.679 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 4.06 mcg
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Scott Little

Calcium-Rich Snack 3: Blueberry Almond Smoothie

Store-made smoothies can be loaded with sugar and often lack nutritional value. Replace the traditionally high-in-sugar frozen yogurt -- a smoothie staple -- with unsweetened soy milk. Blend 3/4 cup frozen blueberries, 2 teaspoons almond butter, 1 teaspoon honey, and 3/4 cup unsweetened soy milk.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 202.5
Protein: 6.878 g
Carbohydrate: 25.6 g
Dietary Fiber: 5.758 g
Total Sugars: 6.495 g
Total Fat: 9.478 g
Saturated Fat: 1.004 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .045 g
Calcium: 271.2 mg
Iron: 1.835 mg
Sodium: 68.4 mg
Vitamin C: 1.895 mg
Folate: 25.3 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 25.3 mcg

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Bryan McCay
Calcium-Rich Snack 4: Chocolate Chunk Luna Bar

Nutritional bars can be kept in your bag or in the car for the perfect on-the-go snack. There are lots of bars on the market, but Luna Bars are made specifically for women with all natural ingredients, 70% of which are organic.

Calories: 180
Protein: 9 g
Carbohydrate: 26 g
Fiber: 3g
Total Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
Calcium: 350 mg
Sodium: 210 mg
- Check out the Luna website for more information.
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Calcium-Rich Snack 5: Parmesan and Black Pepper Popcorn

The next time you want to munch on something salty while in front of the TV, pick popcorn instead of potato chips. You'll satisfy your craving for some salt without the fat found in greasy chips. Toss 1/2 bag 94% fat free microwave popcorn with 2 tbsp parmesan cheese and black pepper to taste.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 208.4
Protein: 8.357 g
Carbohydrate: 30.5 g
Dietary Fiber: 6.026 g
Total Sugars: .091 g
Total Fat: 5.114 g
Saturated Fat: 1.731 g
Cholesterol: 8.8 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .019 g
Calcium: 111.3 mg
Iron: 1.199 mg
Sodium: 527.9 mg
Vitamin C: .021 mg
Folate: 1.01 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 1.01 mcg

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Scott Little
Snack 1: Peanut Butter Crackers

If you'e not a big meat eater, it's important to find other places to get your protein. Peanut butter is full of it, but it is also high in fat, so make sure to measure out a portion instead of eating it from the jar. Evenly distribute 1 tbsp peanut butter on top of 7 Kashi TLC snack crackers, then top each with another cracker to make 7 sandwiches.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 206.1
Protein: 7.748 g
Carbohydrate: 20.9 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.76 g
Total Sugars: 5.208 g
Total Fat: 11.3 g
Saturated Fat: 1.647 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .012 g
Calcium: 44.2 mg
Iron: 1.307 mg
Sodium: 152.1 mg
Vitamin C: 0 mg
Folate: 11.8 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 11.8 mcg
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Quentin Bacon
Snack 2: Cashew Trail Mix

Heart-healthy unsaturated fats, like those found in nuts, help your baby's brain develop while keeping you full. Mix 2 tbsp cashew pieces with 1/2 cup whole grain cereal like Nature?s Path Heritage Flakes, and 4 dried apricot halves, chopped.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 212
Protein: 5.763 g
Carbohydrate: 30.4 g
Dietary Fiber: 4.869 g
Total Sugars: 11 g
Total Fat: 8.675 g
Saturated Fat: 1.571 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .028 g
Calcium: 15.4 mg
Iron: 2.36 mg
Sodium: 90.8 mg
Vitamin C: .14 mg
Folate: 13.2 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 13.2 mcg
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Alexandra Grablewski
Snack 3: Pretzels and Hummus

Many dips and dressings are loaded with unhealthy fats and not much else. Dip veggies or pretzels in hummus instead. Try 1 ounce of whole wheat pretzels and 5 baby carrots dipped in 3 tbsp hummus.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 199.8
Protein: 5.654 g
Carbohydrate: 36.2 g
Dietary Fiber: 5.433 g
Total Sugars: 2.502 g
Total Fat: 4.668 g
Saturated Fat: .684 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .049 g
Calcium: 46 mg
Iron: 1.91 mg
Sodium: 205.5 mg
Vitamin C: 5.139 mg
Folate: 55.4 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 55.4 mcg
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Snack 4: Heat and Eat

Getting ready for baby takes a lot of time and energy, which means you might not always have the time -- or desire -- to cook. For a microwavable but still healthy snack, try Amy's Light and Lean Pasta & Veggies dish.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 210
Protein: 10 g
Carbohydrate: 33 g
Fiber: 3 g
Fat: 5 g
Saturated fat: 1.5 g
Calcium: 150 mg
Sodium: 470 mg
- Click here for more information about Amy's products.
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Scott Little
Snack 5: Soup and Bread

Preparing for baby means a lot of multitasking, which can quickly get overwhelming. The next time you need a break, have a snack that you can't eat in the car, such as soup. For a few minutes you'll be forced to sit down and just relax. Try 1 cup ready to eat minestrone soup with 1/2 whole wheat English muffin and 1/2 teaspoon whipped butter.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 200.7
Protein: 7.689 g
Carbohydrate: 33.7 g
Dietary Fiber: 3.416 g
Total Sugars: 2.67 g
Total Fat: 4.44 g
Saturated Fat: 1.277 g
Cholesterol: 3.283 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: .892 g
Calcium: 126.4 mg
Iron: 2.498 mg
Sodium: 625.9 mg
Vitamin C: .723 mg
Folate: 76.5 mcg
Folic Acid: 4.82 mcg
Food Folate: 71.6 mcg
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Scott Little
Treat 1: 3 Ferrero Rondnoir Dark Chocolates

Take a break from building the crib and prepping the nursery with 3 Ferrero Rondnoir dark chocolates. And because dark chocolate is packed with natural antioxidants, you don't even have to feel guilty about it.

Calories: 160
Protein: 2 g
Carbohydrate: 15 g
Fiber: 1 g
Fat: 10 g
Saturated fat: 5 g
Calcium: 20 mg
Sodium: 25 mg
- See all of Ferrero's chocolates here.
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Blaine Moats
Treat 2: Edy's Slow Churned Butter Pecan Ice Cream

Every meal plan should include ice cream. Try 2/3 cup of Edy's Slow Churned ice cream in Butter Pecan for a delicious after-dinner treat.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 156
Protein: 3.9 g
Carbohydrate: 20.8 g
Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Total Sugars: 15.6 g
Total Fat: 6.5 g
Saturated Fat: 2.6 g
Cholesterol: 26 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: 0 g
Calcium: 78 mg
Iron: 0 mg
Sodium: 64.6 mg
Vitamin C: 0 mg
Folate: 0 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 0 mcg
- Not a fan of Butter Pecan? See Edy's other flavors here.
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Jason Donnelly
Treat 3: Smartfood Popcorn

Save the microwave popcorn for movie night and grab a 1 oz bag of Smartfood popcorn when you're in a rush. Bonus: This white cheddar flavored popcorn is tasty as is, so you won't even consider wasting extra calories on salt or butter.

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 160
Protein: 3 g
Carbohydrate: 14 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Total Sugars: 2 g
Total Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 2 g
Cholesterol: 3 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: 0 g
Calcium: 60 mg
Iron: .36 mg
Sodium: 290 mg
Vitamin C: 0 mg
Folate: 0 mcg
Folic Acid: 0 mcg
Food Folate: 0 mcg
- Get more information about Smartfood popcorn here
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Marty Baldwin
Treat 4: 4 Hershey's Miniatures

Milk chocolate, dark chocolate, chocolate and peanuts, crispy chocolate -- Hershey's miniatures come in all different flavors and are sure to satisfy any chocolate craving.
- Find out about all of Hershey's products here.
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Treat 5: 7 Starburst Candies

If you're not into chocolate but do want candy, try Starburst. Juicy and fruity, Starburst are now available in a wide variety of flavors, including Cherry Mango, Peach Guava, Strawberry Pineapple and Melon Berry (in the Sweet Fiesta pack).

NUTRIENT TOTALS

Calories: 142.8
Protein: .144 g
Carbohydrate: 28.9 g
Dietary Fiber: 0 g
Total Sugars: 20.3 g
Total Fat: 2.873 g
Saturated Fat: 2.722 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Total Omega-3 FA: 0 g
Calcium: 0 mg
Iron: .003 mg
Sodium: .7 mg
Vitamin C: 20.5 mg
Folate: .35 mcg Folic Acid: 0 mcg Food Folate: .35 mcg
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