The new Canada's food guide is encouraging us to be mindful of our current eating habits. This is something that I stress in my discussions with pregnant individuals because it has its benefits when it comes to adapting to pregnancy changes. What are the benefits of mindful eating in pregnancy? Mindful eating in pregnancy can… Continue reading 5 Tips to become a mindful eater in pregnancy
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10 tips to increase appetite and feel more energized during pregnancy
Do you feel tired of avoiding food? Are you wondering when you will enjoy food again? You are not alone. Pregnant women often experience little to no appetite especially during the first 3 months. This is due to all the changes that happen in your body during this time. It is important to keep in… Continue reading 10 tips to increase appetite and feel more energized during pregnancy
Why eating small frequent meals is best during pregnancy
It's important that you gain enough weight to help your body go through all the changes needed during pregnancy. During the last 2 trimesters your body needs extra energy and nutrients to help your baby grow. As a result, you might find that you are hungry all the time. This is usually caused by the… Continue reading Why eating small frequent meals is best during pregnancy
Need to gain more weight in your pregnancy? Here are some tips.
Sometimes pregnant women find it hard to gain weight in their pregnancies due to lack of appetite, nausea and/or vomiting. Gaining a healthy amount of weight in pregnancy will help: your baby to grow and develop you to have a healthy weight baby your body get ready to breastfeed your baby. How much weight should… Continue reading Need to gain more weight in your pregnancy? Here are some tips.