One of the top questions that I get asked as a prenatal dietitian is “how much should I be eating to support a healthy pregnancy?”. This is a great question, since a traditional anecdote suggests that you should be “eating for two” during pregnancy. Hint: It doesn’t actually involve eating double what you usually eat!

If you’re planning a pregnancy or are an expectant mama, you’ve probably heard from some source or another that you’ll have to give up your morning coffee during pregnancy. However, the good news is that you may not need to give it up altogether. Here’s everything you need to know about caffeine and pregnancy.

During pregnancy, experiencing food cravings is natural. However, when it comes time to celebrate the holidays with friends and family, it might be a bit more challenging. Mindful eating can be a great tool to help you find the right balance. 

When you’ve been trying to get pregnant and you finally see that little line on the test you first feel overwhelming excited. This is followed closely by that pesky little thing we call ‘morning sickness’. Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy typically start around week 6. So, what can be done to help manage this unpleasant pregnancy symptom?

Food plays a particularly huge role in supporting your well-being during pregnancy, as well as your baby’s. Here are 3 ways that healthy eating can help to support your pregnancy.

Vitamin D is known as “the sunshine vitamin” because it’s not found in many of our foods and our body actually synthesizes most of our vitamin D from sun exposure. With shorter days and less sunlight, vitamin D is something that many people aren’t getting enough of– yet it plays such an important role in prenatal health!

One of the most common questions from expectant mamas is what foods need to be avoided during pregnancy. And while there definitely are foods that should be avoided if you’re pregnant, there’s also a ton of misinformation out there. Read to learn more about the foods that do need to be avoided in pregnancy.

The sun is out and we’re all craving a refreshing cocktail on a patio to beat the heat. However, you may not be able to partake in these revitalizing drinks during your pregnancy. If you want to get that same great “Ahhh!” taste without the alcohol, try this delicious Watermelon & Lime Mojito Mocktail.

In the weeks leading up to labour and delivery, there are many ways you’re probably planning and preparing for your baby’s arrival—but have you thought about what you’ll be eating postpartum? Here are our top tips for preparing for healthy eating postpartum.

While the holiday season has many wonderful aspects to enjoy, holiday foods typically stand out as a highlight. But the holiday food environment can feel daunting during pregnancy, as you might feel like there isn’t room in your prenatal diet for your usual favourites. Try out these mindful eating tips to enjoy foods this holiday season.

With too many prenatal vitamin brands on the market to count, each boasting different benefits—from ease of digestion to most optimal absorption—and different formulations (from tasty, sweet gummies to easy to swallow tablets), it can be difficult to decide which prenatal vitamin is best for you. Here’s everything you need to know.

Whether you’re expecting your first baby or you’ve already been through it before, pregnancy comes with a lot of nutrition questions! Knowing what foods to eat will help support a healthy pregnancy, all while dealing with potential “morning” sickness and struggling to eat anything at all. At PUSH Mama Care, we’ve got you covered!