In general, women need about an extra 300 calories a day to support a growing baby, but it’s important that your calories come from mostly healthy food choices and various food groups. The following resources can help you make sure you are eating best for you and your baby:

• The USDA website Choose My Plate is a great resource specifically for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
• What to know about why you need a prenatal vitamin.
• Why calcium is so important in pregnancy.
• A quick reference on weight gain guidelines in pregnancy.

Try Nabta’s  4 Week Prenatal Course and get to learn more on what to eat while pregnant.

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