Why Pregnancy Nutrition Matters
- Support baby’s brain and organ development
- Prevent anemia and nutritional deficiencies
- Maintain healthy weight gain
- Reduce pregnancy complications
- Improve energy levels
First Trimester Diet (Week 1–12)
This stage focuses on early development of the baby’s brain, heart, and spinal cord.
Key Nutrients
- Folic acid
- Iron
- Vitamin B6
- Protein
- Choline
What to Eat
Early Morning:
Warm water + soaked almonds or light snacks like poha or khakhra
Breakfast:
Vegetable poha / oats / eggs with toast
Mid-Morning:
Fruits like banana, apple, pomegranate
Lunch:
Roti or rice + dal + green vegetables + curd
Evening:
Roasted chana / makhana
Dinner:
Khichdi / light sabzi + chapati
Avoid caffeine, junk food, and undercooked food.
Second Trimester Diet (Week 13–27)
This is the growth phase where bones strengthen and baby development accelerates.
Key Nutrients
- Calcium
- Protein
- Iron
- Vitamin D
- Omega-3
What to Eat
Breakfast:
Paneer paratha / idli / omelette
Mid-Morning:
Fruits or buttermilk
Lunch:
Multigrain roti + dal + vegetables + salad
Evening:
Sprouts / nuts / corn
Dinner:
Brown rice + rajma / grilled protein / khichdi
Hydration: 2.5–3 liters daily
Third Trimester Diet (Week 28–Delivery)
This phase focuses on baby’s weight gain and brain development.
Key Nutrients
- Iron
- Protein
- Fiber
What to Eat
Breakfast:
Oats / upma / egg bhurji
Mid-Morning:
Fruits like apple, orange, guava
Lunch:
Roti + dal + vegetables + curd
Evening:
Soup / makhana / chikki
Dinner:
Light meals like daliya or khichdi
Avoid excess salt and sugar.
Foods to Avoid During Pregnancy
- Raw or undercooked meat
- Unpasteurized dairy
- High-mercury fish
- Junk and processed food
- Alcohol and smoking
- Excess caffeine
Weight Gain During Pregnancy
- First trimester: 1–2 kg
- Second trimester: 4–5 kg
- Third trimester: 5–6 kg
Special Nutrition Tips for IVF Pregnancies
- Increase protein intake
- Follow prescribed supplements
- Maintain balanced diet
- Avoid crash dieting
- Monitor health regularly
When to Consult a Specialist
- You are trying to conceive for 6–12 months • You have irregular cycles • You have PCOS or thyroid issues • You are above 35
Why Choose Orchid IVF Center
- Advanced fertility treatments
- Personalized pregnancy guidance
- Expert care under Dr. Puja Ghorpade