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Does eating for two really mean you get to eat twice as much of everything?

Unfortunately for food lovers, the baby-making math doesn’t quite work that way.

Calories in a Healthy Pregnancy Diet

How many calories should a pregnant woman eat?

So be sure to check with your practitioner to outline your daily caloric needs.

How can you tell if you’re getting the right amount of calories?

Calories in a Healthy Pregnancy Diet

As long as you’re following a healthy, balanced diet most days, you should be fine.

And as always, if you have any questions or concerns at all, your practitioner can help.

Calories in a Healthy Pregnancy Diet

Calories in a Healthy Pregnancy Diet

Calories in a Healthy Pregnancy Diet

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