Did somebody say Mc Donalds?
Hi Joyce! I have to be very honest with you and tell you that although I know that this is a time in our lives when eating healthy is especially important, I, personally, just do not crave anything especially healthy. I also had high hopes of maintaining a good eating plan for my baby, but as the weeks went by I couldn't hold on to that plan. My previous pre-pregnancy eating habits of eating mostly grilled and broiled chicken and fish, lean cut meats, steamed vegetables, all varieties of whole grain breads, along with the occasional sweet, salty, or fried treats, has completely gone out the window. The main things I wanted for the first three months were McDonalds, Italian hoagies, all varieties of pasta, meats with gravy, mashed potatoes, all versions of cheesy foods, peanuts, cheese steaks, pizza, etc. My sweet cravings were chocolate milk, donuts, premium ice cream, devil dogs, all varieties of chewy, gewy, treats, etc. If I didn't eat what I wanted, I was moody and miserable. I really panicked thinking that my baby was just going to be completely unhealthy. Although the doctor preferred that I try to get on a better diet, he assured me that many mothers have to eat just what works(especially during the first three months) in order to keep from getting nauseous and/or vomit. By my fourth month I was able to get some healthier food down without it totally turning me off but the food still needed to have some element of disguise(cheese on it, prepared in a gravy, or butter on it). Fortunately, now at five months, I am noticing that grilled chicken is starting to work for me again. I also can eat brocolli, a pre-pregnancy favorite, without holding my nose
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Although I have no hands on healthy eating tips to share, I just thought I would let you know that you are not alone. What I can share with you is that it does seem that as the months go on, I am slowly re-acquiring a taste for my pre-pregnancy eating habits. This has made me feel a whole lot better. Hopefully you too will soon acquire a taste for healthier foods. Hope this helps! Good luck and keep us posted!