Your developing baby will extract all the nutrients essential for its growth through the placenta & your blood. Therefore, your diet is important for the proper growth of your baby. Baby’s organ which is formed during the first few weeks of pregnancy, require certain vitamins & minerals to develop correctly. However, skipping meals will cause harm to you and your baby. Therefore, you need a continuous intake of nutritious food for proper growth of your baby as well as you. HMOM is one of the tried & tested app for suggesting & maintaining proper diet (trimester-wise) & diet reminders which will help you to eat on time without getting starved & missing your meals.

                                                      • How Much To Eat

Growing a baby takes a lot of nutrition out of you. So, women beginning their pregnancy at a normal weight should eat an average of 300 extra calories per day. Over-weight or under-weight women should speak with their doctor about their nutritional needs. Eating regularly also helps stave off nausea, a common complaint in early pregnancy.

                                                       • What to Eat

A diet containing a variety of vegetables, fruits, dairy foods, lean proteins, whole grains, and healthy fats and oils, such as from nuts and avocados, helps in the proper development of baby's organs and bones. Dark green vegetables and fortified cereals and juices are good sources of folic acid, Vitamin – B are important for reducing the chance of neural tube defects. Calcium is vital for strong bones and teeth while aiding your circulation and nervous system.

                                                        • How to Avoid Meal

Skipping It should be a priority not to skip meals, and this can take a bit of planning. Keep healthy grab-and-go options like dry fruit and nuts on hand to eat. Set an alarm every couple of hours if you need to remind yourself to eat.