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Pregnancy
A healthy balanced diet in pregnancy is essential to provide sufficient energy and nutrients to meet the mother’s usual requirements for optimal health, to support the growing foetus and to develop stores for use during lactation.
Use our Toddler Meal planning tool to ensure your 1-4 years old receives a balanced diet every day.
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Use our toddler food tracker to check that your 1-4 year olds are getting a good balance of foods and activity
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This educational programme for frontline professionals contains a range of practical resources on infant feeding.
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Ten Steps for a Healthy Pregnancy
In everyday life it can be difficult for women to focus on a healthy diet and lifestyle. Following these ten simple steps can help women to achieve optimum health for themselves and their baby during pregnancy and beyond.
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Introduction to Healthy Eating in Pregnancy
During the first six months of pregnancy you do not need to eat extra food but you may need to change the foods you are eating to make sure you and your baby are getting all the nutrients you need.
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A Balanced Diet for Pregnancy: Food Groups and Recommended Servings
You should aim to include a balance of all five food groups in your diet along with supplements of folic acid and vitamin D throughout pregnancy. Each food group plays an important role in your nutritional intake and is key for meeting the nutritional needs for both you and your baby.
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Supplements During Pregnancy
Eating a healthy and balanced diet during pregnancy will meet your nutrient needs with the exception of folic acid and vitamin D.
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Caffeine during Pregnancy
Caffeine is found in a lot of foods such as coffee, tea, energy drinks and chocolate. During pregnancy caffeine should be limited on a daily basis, as over consumption can be harmful to your baby’s health.
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Menus for Pregnant Women
Planning the perfect meal to ensure your daily intake includes foods from all five food groups can sometimes be a challenge. To help make your daily pregnancy routine seamless we have created various menus for different lifestyles.
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Myths and Facts About Pregnancy
It’s easy to find information about pregnancy, however not everything you read is correct. Facts and myths can be difficult to decipher, but we have the information to help you through your pregnancy.
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Weight Gain During Pregnancy
Excess or inadequate weight gain during pregnancy can be linked with poor health outcomes for both mum and baby. To avoid this, we have some practical guidance on how much weight gain is appropriate for mums-to-be.
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