As soon as women get pregnant, they suddenly feel this freedom to EAT, EAT & EAT.  I get it!  We always have to be worried of how we look and suck our bellies in, make sure we don't have muffin tops over our clothes, etc.  Now for once we don't have to be worried about sucking it in!  We can just have a big ol' belly and enjoy finally EATING.  But I am going to tell you, that it's not worth it, and that is why today, I want to talk to you about your pregnancy nutrition.  Carrying extra weight during pregnancy just makes you feel more tired, causes more aches and pains and increases your chances of postpartum depression, as well as a heck of a hard time to lose the baby weight.  

Having a good Pregnancy Nutrition will also help you reduce the chances of getting sick.  Most women get sick because they don't eat often.  And then when they eat, they are so famished that they over eat.  This pregnancy nutrition tip will definitely help you avoid feeling sick. 

For an optimal pregnancy nutrition without dizzy spells and nausea, eat a small meal every 2-3 hours.  Make sure that each meal has a lean protein, a starchy carbohydrates and a fibrous vegetable.  Check in next week for a full list on the different proteins, carbohydrates and veggies you should have while you are pregnant.  You may be saying how in the world can you cook and eat every 2 hours?  With a little planning, you can make it happen.  Here is what you are going to do.

Also, check out what I have to say about Pregnancy Exercise & Workouts as seen on Channel 4 CBS News.

Pregnancy Nutrition Tips

• Have lots of cut of fresh fruits in your fridge.
• Buy organic or natural nuts like cashews, almonds, pumpkin seeds, etc.
• Bake a bunch of chicken and turkey all at once and chop it up and store in a container in fridge.
• Have plenty of cut up veggies in the fridge to snack on.  You can roast some as well and keep them handy for meals.
• Pre-make snacks like Protein Muffins and Oatmeal Pancakes.  Click on the following link for the recipe for Prego Protein Muffins .
• Always have some brown rice or quinoa made for quick and easy meals.

If you take about an hour every week to prep for all of this, you will make your pregnancy nutrition plan a lot easier and healthier.  You will also decrease the chances of you getting sick.  Remember, make sure you eat a small meal or snack every 2 to 3 hours.

Make sure to make the Prego Protein Muffins.  They are delicious, easy to make, super healthy, and easy to carry around.  Make sure to come back on the blog and let me know what you think of them.

I want to hear from you!  What do you snack on when you are feeling sick or when you felt sick?  What strategies did you use to cook your meals?  What foods bother you or make you feel sick?  Do you have any great recipes for snacks that you use while pregnant?