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Nutrition

Superfoods

Eating right makes for a healthy pregnancy—and a healthier, happier you.

The old wives’ tale of eating for two doesn’t apply to today’s expectant moms. “Moms need to eat good food throughout their pregnancy to nourish their bodies, as they are growing a human,” says Mary Seger, PhD, nurse practicioner at … Continue reading →

Chill out

Beat the heat with homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt and the best smoothies on the block.

When the mercury rises, an ice-cold refreshment is just the thing an expectant mama needs. From decadent ice creams and silky frozen yogurts to icy granitas and creamy smoothies, keeping your cool can be delicious. All you need is an … Continue reading →

Smart snacks

Grab good-for-you grub when between-meal hunger strikes.

You’ve heard it before: Eating small amounts of healthy foods throughout the day rather than indulging in three whopping meals is the way to go. It keeps your belly full, which provides your wee one with a steady flow of nutrients—and … Continue reading →

Crunch time

Top chefs share brimming-with-benefits meals that are ready in 20 minutes or less.

If pregnancy exhaustion has taken its toll on your dinner routine (read: You’re eating takeout more often than not because you can’t muster the energy to make a meal) you’ll be relieved to hear a proper supper need not require … Continue reading →

Pot o’ good

To garner the spectrum of nutrients both you and your baby-to-be need, make an effort to taste the rainbow.

Looking to boost your prenatal diet but haven’t a clue where to start? You’re not alone. When my doctor asked at my first prenatal appointment how my diet was going, I didn’t want to reveal the truth—doughnut for breakfast, burger … Continue reading →

Easy as pie

Stepped-up toppings and tasty crust variations let expectant mamas garner the nutritional benefits of pizza night.

The super supplement

Prenatal vitamins—who needs ’em? You do, and here’s why.

One of the very first pieces of advice you’re sure to hear once you get that positive pregnancy test (or well before, if you’ve been planning to conceive) is to start popping those prenatals. And there’s a good reason for … Continue reading →

The great fridge swap

Reinvent your icebox with healthy and tasty treats to maximize your pregnancy nutrition.

Finding a medical professional or nutritionist who won’t extol the virtues of healthy eating during pregnancy is about as rare as finding a snowflake in the Sahara. And the choices you make for what to stock in your refrigerator can … Continue reading →

Season’s eatings

How to keep party fare from seriously derailing your diet.

The holiday season is traditionally a time of indulgence, meaning balanced diets typically fly right out the window when faced with a dizzying array of fatty meats, gooey dips, greasy chips and tempting sweets. When it comes to festive spreads, … Continue reading →

Dietary roadblocks

If your diet takes you off the beaten path, make sure you and baby stay healthy during the detour.

Remembering which foods are forbidden and which ones to force down is enough to make any expectant mama’s head spin. But what if your food restrictions go beyond the usual pregnancy blacklist? For moms-to-be with special dietary needs and preferences, … Continue reading →