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Basics to keep in mind

• Having the kitchen stocked with healthy options and snacks at all times is important
• Incorporate protein, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and healthy fats into your daily meals
• When snacking and meal prepping, be sure to keep in mind which foods need to be avoided during pregnancy
• Talk to your doctor and/or Registered Dietitian if you need a list of these foods

Keeping things quick and easy

• Which meal of the day is most challenging for you to prepare? Try to plan ahead for that one.
• If it’s overwhelming to plan ahead for all 7 days of the week, start by trying to plan for 2 – 3
• Write out your meal ideas and grocery list throughout the week
• Consider using a grocery delivery service or ask for help with grocery shopping from a spouse, family member, or friend, if needed
• Ask for help with meal prep and cooking, especially if side effects such as nausea or food aversions make it difficult to spend time in the kitchen
• Basic thought process when meal planning:
– Protein + healthy fat source + vegetable(s) + healthy carbohydrate source
– For specific food group recommendations, ask your dietitian
– When making a grocery list, try to think of family meals (how many nights/week is realistic for you?), healthy snacks for yourself, breakfast foods, and meals/snacks for children.

Quick, easy snack ideas

• Raw veggies (baby carrots, red or green peppers, sliced cucumber, celery) and hummus
• Smoothie with whole foods – examples: fruits, vegetables (spinach, kale), chia seeds
• Whole grain or 100% whole wheat toast with almond butter
• Sliced apples with peanut butter
• Air-popped popcorn
• Plain Greek Yogurt with berries (blueberries, strawberries, or blackberries)
• Handful of raw or low-sodium/no salt added nuts

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