Pregnancy is often regarded as one of the most beautiful phases of life. However, beneath the excitement lies the responsibility of growing a life inside you. This can feel overwhelming, having to nourish not just yourself but also another life. While pregnancy nutrition is often simplified to “eating for two”, it’s actually about eating right, eating smart, and eating with care.
Why Pregnancy Nutrition Is About More Than Just Eating Right
“Morning sickness and sudden cravings can significantly affect what you eat during pregnancy and can end up affecting your baby’s development, from brain growth to bone strength, ” shares Avni Kaul, renowned pregnancy dietitian and founder of Nutri Activania. She points out, “Nutrients like folic acid, calcium, iron, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids play important roles in different stages of pregnancy.”
Insufficient nutrition or deficiencies can lead to an increased risk of developmental delays, complications during delivery, and low birth weight.
The Emotional Side of Nourishing a Growing Life
Pregnancy is not just about the physical changes one goes through; emotional changes also accompany it. Reflecting on her journey, Avni shares, “Despite my background in Nutrition and experience of working with pregnant clients, I too was troubled by anxiety, overwhelm, and confusion that many moms face. However, this was a learning experience for me, too, as I got to understand the problems firsthand.”
Trimester by Trimester: How Your Nutritional Needs Evolve
Getting expert help during pregnancy goes a long way in managing proper nutrition, cravings, and morning sickness. Nutrition during pregnancy isn’t static; your requirements change with each trimester.
- First Trimester: The focus should be on gentle nourishment and folic acid to support early development.
- Second Trimester: Protein, calcium, and iron need to increase to fuel the baby’s rapid growth.
- Third Trimester: Extra calories, protein, and key nutrients like iron are required to support delivery and energy levels.
The Science (Not Myths) Behind a Healthy Pregnancy
Everybody seems to be an expert during pregnancy, and getting different advice from relatives can blur the line between fact and fiction. In a world flooded with advice, separating fact from fiction is crucial. “Pregnancy is full of well-meaning suggestions, but only evidence-based, science-backed nutrition truly supports you and your baby’s health,” says Avni.
Why Expert Support Can Make All the Difference
The right guidance during pregnancy doesn’t need to feel overwhelming. Personalized diet plans, expert advice, and constant follow-ups can help ease anxieties and ensure the mother and baby’s health and proper development.
Women often face common problems during pregnancy, including bloating, constipation, skin challenges, and the feeling of being overwhelmed. “Bloating and indigestion during pregnancy can easily be tackled by breaking down three meals a day into 4-5 smaller meals. Foods like nuts, yoghurt, and fruits help avoid bloating, making the mother’s journey more comfortable,” shared Avni. She adds, “Drinking plenty of water, eating high-fibre food and other whole foods, solves the majority of the skin and health-related problems during preganancy.”
Under Avni’s expertise, Nutri Activania supports pregnant women through expert guidance, tailored meal plans, and personalized care at every step of the journey. The team takes a trimester-specific approach to nutrition, alongside practical meal adjustments and evidence-based advice to help expecting mothers meet changing dietary needs with confidence, instead of confusion. From managing nausea in the first trimester to increasing protein and key nutrients as pregnancy progresses, the approach is tailored, realistic, and deeply supportive.
Nutri Activania’s Antenatal Education Course makes motherhood more comforting by taking away the uncertainties that pregnant women feel. The course empowers them with knowledge of evidence-based practices on topics like labour and birth, breastfeeding & formula feeding, newborn care, postpartum and recovery.
With unlimited access to expert guidance, Nutri Activania ensures that mothers feel cared for, informed, and empowered throughout their pregnancy journey.
