When you are pregnant, you are eating for two. But, that idea does not apply to just the amount of food that you can eat at a sitting. You also need to be even more aware than normal that the food you eat will become part of your developing baby. That means that when you are expecting, it is vitally important that you eat healthy foods. Watch this video to learn some of the foods you should be eating while pregnant, as well as foods to avoid. Proper weight gain is also discussed, as is the recommended total caloric intake for women who are expecting. Tips are also provided for dealing with cravings, as well as advice about drinking alcohol during pregnancy which may surprise you.

When you are pregnant, you are eating for two. But, that idea does not apply to just the amount of food that you can eat at a sitting. You also need to be even more aware than normal that the food you eat will become part of your developing baby. That means that when you are expecting, it is vitally important that you eat healthy foods. Watch this video to learn some of the foods you should be eating while pregnant, as well as foods to avoid. Proper weight gain is also discussed, as is the recommended total caloric intake for women who are expecting. Tips are also provided for dealing with cravings, as well as advice about drinking alcohol during pregnancy which may surprise you.

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