Do I really need to eat for two? According to the American Dietetic Association, a pregnant woman needs 300 calories a day more than she did pre-pregnancy.
Approximately how many calories should I consume daily now that I am pregnant? The ADA recommends that pregnant women eat a total of 2,500 to 2,700 calories a day.
Why do pregnant women crave certain foods? The desire for "pickles and ice cream" might be caused by changes in nutritional needs during pregnancy. The fetus needs nourishment, and a woman's body metabolizes nutrients differently while pregnant.
How should my diet change now that I am pregnant? A pregnant woman needs more of many important vitamins, minerals and nutrients than she did pre-pregnancy. Take a multivitamin and eat healthy foods from the four basic food groups everyday.
