Guide to Good Eating During Pregnancy

• Eat a variety of foods.
• Choose foods with a lot of fiber—fruits, vegetables, dry beans, whole grain breads and cereals, and other whole grain products.
• Exercise in moderation on a regular basis (ask your doctor).
• Drink plenty of fluids (64 ounces per day or eight, 8-ounce glasses)
• Eat 3 to 5 meals and snacks per day.
• Pregnancy increases the need for calories and most nutrients. Starting with the second trimester, you need to increase your normal calorie level by 300 calories to provide the extra energy your body needs. Remember, this is not a lot of food. 300 calories is equal to a small snack, such as a half of a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and a glass of 1% milk.
• The amount of suggested weight gain depends upon your weight before pregnancy (ask your doctor).