The #1 Advice I Have for Prenatal Nutrition

If you’re pregnant or newly postpartum, you’ve probably heard it all: Don’t eat lunch meat. Wash your veggies X times. Only buy organic. Are you sure you should eat X? Why aren’t you eating X?

The truth is, learning about pregnancy and birth is already overwhelming, and then trying to navigate the maze of nutrition “rules” can feel impossible. Everyone has their own version of “expert” advice for what you should or shouldn’t eat. And while nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum is definitely important, sometimes the best way to make it work for you is to get back to the basics—keeping it simple, sustainable, and stress-free.

Here are some simple, practical nutrition basics that can help you feel good, nourish your baby, and avoid burnout:

1. Focus on Wholesome Foods from Every Food Group
Try to choose a balance from all food groups to fuel your body well. Start with a protein, add a healthy carb, throw in some colorful fruits or veggies for those crucial vitamins and minerals, and top it off with a little fat to keep you satisfied. And remember—it’s perfectly fine to choose the easier option! Frozen veggies can be nutritious, and what matters most is that you’re nourishing yourself, not how perfect the ingredients are to someone you saw on TikTok. 

2. Eat Regularly to Keep Up Your Energy
Pregnancy is a time when eating consistently matters. Keeping a routine with meals and snacks helps your body feel balanced, can prevent blood sugar dips, and fuels both you and your growing baby. Consistent eating can help stave off nausea, keep energy levels stable, and help you feel your best throughout the day.

3. Don’t Skip Your Prenatal—It’s Your Safety Net
A high-quality prenatal vitamin acts as a safety net to fill in any nutritional gaps you might have. A prenatal ensures that you’re supporting your body in growing and nourishing a healthy baby. Start with a third-party tested prenatal—we can always choose a different one specific needs after testing. 

4. Keep It Simple, Mama!
When it comes to nutrition advice, it’s easy to get caught up in “should haves.” Instead, try focusing on a solid foundation before sweating the small stuff. Eating well during this season doesn’t mean doing it perfectly. Prioritizing nutrient-dense foods when you can and giving yourself grace when it’s not perfect will go a long way in helping you feel good and stay energized.

Take a deep breath and go back to basics. You’ve got this!