Calories During Pregnancy

I know most of us have heard a pregnant woman say she is “eating for two”.

Do we really need to eat more while pregnant? How much extra calories a woman need during pregnancy?

This is what science says about additional calories during pregnancy:

First Trimester

No additional calories is necessary during the first Trimester

Second Trimester

Approximately additional 300 Cal needed.

Third Trimester

Approximately additional 500 Cal needed.

Conclusion

You need to watch your calories intake during pregnancy according to your situation. During the first Trimester, no additional calories are necessary. During the second Trimester, 350 additional Calories are required and during the third Trimester, you need to have 500 additional calories to cover your needs.

Should you be trying to lose weight during pregnancy?

Our answer is always NO. Unless your doctor or Oby recommends it for health reasons and closely monitors you during the entire process.

Looking to eat healthy during pregnancy?

Our LIN Guide is full of healthy recipes for mom and baby. Our postpartum program is great as well as can be used during pregnancy and after baby is born.

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