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If you’re 15–20 weeks pregnant and you’re fi If you’re 15–20 weeks pregnant and you’re finally starting to feel a little more human… this is your “build momentum” phase. 💛 For a lot of people, it’s a mixed bag: some days your appetite is BACK, some days reflux/constipation shows up, and energy still isn’t perfectly consistent. You’re not doing anything wrong if you’re still leaning on your safe, repeat meals. The goal in weeks 15–20 is: ✔️ Protein at every meal (& snacks) ✔️ Blood sugar balance (pair carbs with protein + fiber) ✔️ Prioritize iron + omega-3s + vitamin D (high-impact foods + nutrients on repeat) ✔️ Consistent hydration (with upgrades!) Our Second Trimester Foundations Guide launches Monday in the app!!! 🤰inside, you will learn exactly what to prioritize each week and each trimester of pregnancy for optimal energy and baby growth!! 💬 Comment PLAN to try it free!!
Drop a 💛 if you’re in the 2nd trimester! If Drop a 💛 if you’re in the 2nd trimester! If you’re finally past the nausea and starting to feel more like yourself again, this is the perfect time to focus on nourishing foods that support baby’s development and your energy. Looking to up your energy and keep you and baby healthy as can be?? Inside The Prenatal Nutrition Library App, you’ll get: 🥑 Recipes specifically high in nutrients like iron, omega-3s, protein, and magnesium for the 2nd trimester 🤰🏽 The whole 2nd trimester cheat sheet, top foods list, and recipes! 📅 A weekly meal plan tailored to your exact week of pregnancy 👩‍⚕️ Instant trusted, answers to any food or ingredient! → Join thousands of moms nourishing their pregnancy with confidence. 💛 Comment FREE below, and we’ll send you the link to start your 7-day trial!
Are we the same?? 😆🙃 I find balance is the Are we the same?? 😆🙃 I find balance is the key to consistency and consistency is the key to success in most things in life. ✨🥑 When I need meal ideas, I use my own app @theprenatalnutritionlibrary duh 🙋🏼‍♀️ but I also get inspiration from tasty recipes I see here on IG!
Can you do steak night while pregnant?? YES!! R Can you do steak night while pregnant?? YES!! Red meat is a quality protein choice that comes with highly bioavailable nutrients that you need in higher amounts during pregnancy! 🥩 145 F is the best practice temperature Overwhelmed about making food choices during pregnancy? Download @theprenatalnutritionlibrary app to lookup any food or chat with the experts! 😊 💬 comment FREE to try it!
Who’s in the first trimester? How are you feelin Who’s in the first trimester? How are you feeling?? 💛 Nausea and “morning sickness” can strike at any time during pregnancy, but it’s most common in the first trimester. It can be REALLY hard to get full meals in, let alone get super healthy things down during this time, but there are many things you can try to help (SWIPE LEFT)! Struggling with nausea, food aversions, or just not sure what’s safe to eat? The @theprenatalnutritionlibrary app has your back! 🤰🏼⁣ ✅ Pregnancy Food Checker for quick “safe or not?” reassurance ✅ Trimester by trimester nutrition priorities laid out for you ✅ Meal ideas that feel doable when nausea is calling the shots ⭐️ Comment FREE to start your 7-day trial!
Confused about teas and pregnancy? ‼️ You ca Confused about teas and pregnancy? ‼️ You can lookup the safety of any food, drink, or ingredient for pregnancy in the app @theprenatalnutritionlibrary for a quick, trusted answer! If it’s not there, use our “ask an RD” feature which has real dietitians 🙋🏼‍♀️ answering your Q’s! 🍵 Herbs in pregnancy are a BIG grey area, i.e. we simply don’t have the data one way or the other, which is why there really isn’t a “yes” or “no” on many. That being said, there are certain herbs that have been used for centuries in and outside of pregnancy that have shown little to no adverse outcomes in pregnancy, or only adverse outcomes when consumed in very large amounts (much more than 1 cup of tea!). 💬 comment FREE to try the app! (complete peace of mind in what you eat drink and supplement with in pregnancy)
✨ Save this and share with a pregnant friend! ✨ Save this and share with a pregnant friend! Love these pregnancy breakfast ideas?? Then you have to try the app. You’ll get even more easy, nourishing recipe ideas, plus a full custom weekly meal plan, if you like more structure! 💬 Comment PLAN to try the app for free!
Let’s clear up the confusion about tuna in pregn Let’s clear up the confusion about tuna in pregnancy! Tuna can be safely included in your pregnancy diet. Especially do not avoid tuna if it is the only fish you will eat. Tuna is a fantastic source of protein, B vitamins, selenium, and even DHA and vitamin D, which are crucial for your baby’s brain and organ development. The difference is in mercury content: ✅ Canned Light / Skipjack Tuna: Lower in mercury. Enjoy 2-3 servings (about 8-12 oz) per week. ⚠️ White Albacore Tuna: Higher in mercury. Limit to one serving (about 6 oz) per week. 🚫 Bigeye/Ahi/Bluefin Tuna: Highest in mercury. Save this post as a reminder!! Get our full guide on tuna and mercury in the app! 👉🏼 Look up the safety of any food, drink, or ingredient in the TPNL app for quick, trusted answers - try it free!! 🤰🏻 💬 comment FREE below
Constipation?? Not here!! Try these solutions! Constipation?? Not here!! Try these solutions! ‼️ increase fiber slowly if you are not used to hitting at least 25 g in a day (or else it can backfire) Want more strategies that work or easy recipes made for constipation relief?? ✨ in the app, you’ll find over 600 pregnancy-friendly recipes, many tagged “good for constipation” + our complete constipation guide! Try it free! @theprenatalnutritionlibrary
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