Following a slew of dietary rules is one of the things you sign up for as an expectant mama, from eating more leafy greens for the folic acid to saying adieu to alcohol. But another, equally important piece of your new menu is making sure what you eat isn’t going to make you or your baby sick. As a mom-to-be you fall into the highest risk category for food-borne illness. … [Read more...] about The raw truth: What you really can’t eat while pregnant
How to really eat for two while pregnant
“Mommy, more please.” Those magic words play like music to a mother’s ears, especially if the dish is something that qualifies as “healthy.” And although this scenario might seem far off while you’re still stuck in what could be The World’s Largest Pants, it appears that a budding eater’s “food road map” actually begins to develop while she’s still floating in that bag of … [Read more...] about How to really eat for two while pregnant
What you eat while pregnant can determine your baby’s tastes
Palate Prep School New research says yes—your pregnancy diet does affect baby’s future tastes. Here’s how to make sure he’ll like the healthy stuff “Mommy, more please.” Those magic words play like music to a mother’s ears, especially if the dish is something that qualifies as “healthy.” And although this scenario might seem far off while you’re still stuck in what could be … [Read more...] about What you eat while pregnant can determine your baby’s tastes
Your pregnancy diet affects whether baby is a good eater
“Mommy, more please.” Those magic words play like music to a mother’s ears, especially if the dish is something that qualifies as “healthy.” And although this scenario might seem far off while you’re still stuck in what could be The World’s Largest Pants, it appears that a budding eater’s “food road map” actually begins to develop while she’s still floating in that bag of … [Read more...] about Your pregnancy diet affects whether baby is a good eater
The importance of more organic foods during pregnancy
More Organic Foods during pregnancy and in your grocery cart While many a mom-to-be knows their grocery cart bestows key nutrients baby needs and influences flavors she will be exposed to while floating in amniotic fluid, “eating for two” continues to take on fresh meaning. A growing body of evidence suggests that a mother’s diet also plays a key role in helping protect her … [Read more...] about The importance of more organic foods during pregnancy