It’s not uncommon for pregnant women to feel tired all the time. Caffeine is commonly used to boost energy levels. Caffeine is commonly found in tea, coffee, soda, and energy drinks. (Read this post, “Is Coffee Safe During Pregnancy,” if you’re curious!). While...
As most expecting mothers already know, it is essential to stay hydrated during pregnancy. Your baby is quite literally swimming in water! The body needs plenty of fluids in order to support a healthy pregnancy as well as a growing and changing body. Fluids are...
Gestational diabetes is a specific type of diabetes that can develop during pregnancy in people who don’t already have diabetes OR is first recognized during pregnancy (they may have had undiagnosed diabetes before). Up to 18% of pregnant women in the United States...
Eating a variety of whole foods, including meat, fruits, vegetables, dairy products, cooked eggs, and more, is key during pregnancy. Eating various foods gives pregnant women and their babies plenty of important nutrients for a healthy pregnancy. Most foods...
Almond Milk During PregnancyMilk is great for your pregnancy diet because it contains essential vitamins and minerals but what about non-dairy kinds of milk? Non-dairy “milks” are the latest health trend to hit all major grocery stores and your favorite coffee shops,...
Zinc is a trace mineral, meaning the body needs it only in small amounts. It is an important mineral for overall health. Humans can’t synthesize it on their own, so it has to come from your diet or a supplement. This means, spoiler, zinc is a safe and important...
