Eat Small Meals Throughout The Day

Eating and pregnancy go hand in hand. Even though it doesn’t seem fair to be pregnant and not get to eat what and when you want it is healthier for you and your baby. The old adage of eating for two is true but many women overeat when they are pregnant and gain more weight than they should.

The more food that you eat in one sitting the harder it is going to be for your body to produce enough insulin to turn the sugar into energy. Not only is what you eat important so is the portion sizes. Your doctor or dietician will provide you with a meal plan and it is wise to follow it as closely as possible.

Since you will be eating smaller meals, you are going to need to eat more frequently to keep your energy up. The best way to do this is plan on eating six smaller meals throughout the day. You will keep a steady stream of nourishment going into your body and if you eat at the same time each day it will make it easier for your body to regulate insulin production and use.

A schedule that works for many women is to eat a small breakfast and then continue to eat approximately every two to three hours. This will include a mid-morning snack, lunch, an afternoon snack, dinner, and a bedtime snack. If you are still finding you are hungry in between meals or are finding ketones when you test your urine, consult with your doctor or dietician. They are sure to have suggestions to help you make changes that will work better for you. Such as eating more protein at meals or filling up on more vegetables (something that can be eaten as a free food at any time).