What you eat in pregnancy is building a brain, a skeleton, and your own energy to get through the day. This guide covers what matters at each stage — with realistic numbers, not 'eating for two' — so you can choose with confidence instead of worry.
Why this is for you
You're pregnant and unsure what 'eating for two' really meansYou want to know what's worth prioritising at each trimesterYou're anxious about doing it 'right' and want calm, clear guidance
What's inside
01Why your nutrition matters nowThe three things your food is doing right now — your energy, your baby's brain, and bones and teeth — and why perfect isn't the goal.02Your weight, realisticallyHow much extra energy you actually need, trimester by trimester. It's far less than 'eating for two', shown as real food on a plate.03What goes on your plateThe four foundations — fruit and vegetables, calcium, whole grains and fish — that cover most of what you need.