In order to gain the ideal amount of weight, doctors recommend that pregnant women consume about 300 extra calories a day—and those calories shouldn't ALWAYS be from cake and ice cream!
While indulging on craved delicacies during pregnancy is certainly okay every once in a while, pregnant women should try and get in the habit of eating healthy snacks every day, both the reduce the amount of weight gained over the nine month period, and to send that fetus the message that it's momma cares about health!
Here are some 300 calorie snacks to consider:
1. 1 medium apple and one cup of low fat or fat free non-flavored yogurt with a tablespoon of 100% fruit jam for flavor.
2. 1 cup of vanilla ice cream or fruit sorbet, topped with a teaspoon of chocolate sprinkles..
3. 1 hard boiled egg sliced on a piece of whole wheat toast. You can add a thin layer of low fat mayo.
4. Raw vegetables (celery, tomatoes, carrots, kohlrabi) dipped in ½ cup of homemade humus.
5. 1 banana and 1 tbsp of natural peanut butter and a small handful of raisins.
6. A small whole wheat tortilla with 1/3 cup of melted low fat cheese.
7. 6 cups of air popped popcorn sprinkled with ¼ cup parmesan cheese.
8. ½ cup of shredded or cubed chicken breast on top of a bed of salad greens (1 cup).
9. ½ cup of low fat cottage cheese with a ½ cup of fruit (apples, pears, melon, grapes).
10. Three 100-calorie pack snacks spread out throughout the day.
11. ¼ cup of almonds, ¼ cup of raisins, and a sprinkle of chocolate chips.
Remember, this is a time for slight weight gain, not weight loss. You can order your diet pills from your online pharmacy only AFTER you've given birth and after you're done breastfeeding.
Here are some tips on how to curb anxiety and relax during your pregnancy:
• Take a warm bath, instead of a shower. Don’t listen to your mother who says that pregnant women can’t take baths—it’s an old wives tale! Taking a warm (not too hot bath) is a fantastic way to get some alone time and let your mind wander.
• Go for a relaxing stroll. Getting fresh air can relieve headaches and sore muscles and can reduce anxiety and stress. It’ll also get your blood flowing and rev you up with a bit more energy.
• Take a nap. It’s okay to take advantage of your first trimester exhaustion by catching a few daytime zzzz’s. If your schedule allows it go snuggle up in bed for an hour, but try not to get too much daytime sleep if you have trouble sleeping at night.
• Get a body pillow. It’s hard to get comfortable when you’re carrying around all this extra weight. A body pillow can help you distribute your weight comfortably.
• Check out prescription drugs online that are safe for pregnant women. Consult your doctor or online pharmacist to ensure your safety and the safety of your fetus.
• Breathe! You’re doing great!
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