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You are here: Home / Giveaways / Foods You Shouldn’t Eat During Pregnancy (And one you should)

Foods You Shouldn’t Eat During Pregnancy (And one you should)

November 12, 2007 By Stephanie

Foods You Shouldn't Eat During Pregnancy (And one you should) 1When I was pregnant with my daughter, I was incredibly “aware” of my body. I wanted to protect that little life, to nurture the little miracle that was growing inside of me day-by-day. I knew that nutrition was part of that equation, but I wasn’t sure exactly what that meant. Fruits and veggies? Of course! Whole grains and natural food products? Definitely! But I also wanted to know what foods were prohibited and what foods were best for my baby’s little body and brain.

To help any pregnant moms out there, I interviewed Leslie Sagalowicz Barber, Bellybar’s co-founder, about nutrition during pregnancy and about their BellyBar product.

1. What foods are “taboo” during pregnancy?

We have a terrific article on our website about nutrition during pregnancy. It can be found here. If you scroll down, you’ll see those foods that are not recommended. In a nutshell, the following should be avoided: raw meat or fish, raw eggs, soft cheese, large fish, large amounts of caffeine, alcohol, and smoking. As always, women should talk with a nutritionist about their particular nutritional needs!

2. Should moms and moms-to-be eat Bellybars as a snack or a meal?

Bellybar is meant to be a snack, not a meal-replacement. Pregnant women need an additional 300 calories, and nursing women need an additional 600 calories in their diet. Bellybar can provide a healthy and tasty 160-180 calorie snack that is packed with key nutrients like protein, DHA, calcium, folic acid, iron and more!

3. Are certain Bellybars designed for new moms and others designed for moms-to-be…or do they all fall under the same category?

They all fall under the same category – pre, during and post. Basically, the nutrients in Bellybar are good for women while they are trying to conceive, while they are pregnant, and while they are nursing.

4. What healthy snacks do you recommend for new moms who usually only have one hand free and who are too sleep-deprived to spend much time in the kitchen?

Well, a Bellybar of course! They fit perfectly in the pockets of the Boppy or My Brest Friend. So, while she’s nursing, she can pull one out and enjoy a bite. One new mom told me that she keeps a box of Bellybars and a stack of water bottles next to her glider so that she can munch and hydrate at the same time.

BellyBars are available in four delicious flavors: Mellow Oat (Oat Graham and Almonds), Baby Needs Chocolate (Chocolate Toffee Crisp), Berry Nutty Cravings (Crunchy Nuts & Berries), and Burstin‘ Chocolate (Deep Chocolate Orange). They can be found at Wild Oats, Whole Foods Market, Target, Babies-R-Us, Motherhood Maternity, and other select retailers in the U.S. They can also be purchased directly from the NutraBella website.

WIN IT! Win your very own box of 12 BellyBars by leaving a comment and your e-mail address on this post by Tuesday, November 13th, at midnight. The winner will be announced and contacted by e-mail on Wednesday, November 14th. * Winner must provide a U.S. mailing address.

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Comments

  1. Carrie Shimek says

    November 14, 2007 at 2:30 am

    awesome!

    orangesimile AT hotmail DOT com

  2. Monique says

    November 14, 2007 at 1:19 am

    My girlfriend would love these!
    angel83199@hotmail.com

  3. Tiffany says

    November 13, 2007 at 11:38 pm

    I would love to try some of these. Being 7 months pregnant I am always looking for new healty snacks so that I don’t go to the candy bowl that sits in our office! My email address is oconnellhouse@msn.com.

  4. The Heller Family says

    November 13, 2007 at 8:03 pm

    Wonderful product – new moms need that energy!

  5. Emily says

    November 13, 2007 at 6:51 pm

    I would love to give these a try, I’ve heard great things about them!

  6. Bree says

    November 13, 2007 at 3:29 pm

    I need all the energy I can get!!

  7. Kira says

    November 13, 2007 at 1:50 pm

    Perfect for nursing moms on the go!

  8. Jason and Caryn says

    November 13, 2007 at 1:17 pm

    Sounds yummy! I am nursing and could totally use the energy boost!

  9. Laura @ Laura Williams' Musings says

    November 13, 2007 at 6:05 am

    Count me in! I can give this to an expecting friend.

    blogged ya: http://laurawilliamsmusings.blogspot.com/2007/11/monday-edition-of-contests-galore_12.html

  10. Melissa Neece says

    November 13, 2007 at 4:20 am

    These look super! I’ll have to post about them on my site!
    Thanks for the giveaway!

    Melissa

    http://melissaneece.blogspot.com
    (lots of pregnancy and natural living links)

  11. Becca says

    November 13, 2007 at 3:55 am

    What a great product! I’d love to win these for my little sis, who’s having her baby on Saturday!

  12. Maggie says

    November 13, 2007 at 2:21 am

    I would love to try these (I am pregnant with my first) THANKS!

  13. Nae-Nae says

    November 13, 2007 at 1:48 am

    As a nursing momma, I ALWAYS feel hungry! I believe these are designed for nursing moms too? I’ve never had them before, but have heard lots of good things about them.

    asummerbeachbum1[at]aol.com

  14. ash says

    November 13, 2007 at 1:19 am

    These would be great for my sister in law!!!
    ashley_tignor(at)yahoo.com

  15. Bebemiqui says

    November 13, 2007 at 1:18 am

    I’d love to try these

  16. The Saunders Family says

    November 13, 2007 at 1:13 am

    well, i will try my comment again, sorry if i repeat…i would love these bars as I can never seem to eat enough as a nursing mom…bring on the calories!

  17. zeitersouth says

    November 13, 2007 at 12:47 am

    I am a preggo mom with 3 kids at home, I need energy!! You can email me through my blogger account.

  18. Lynn Anne says

    November 12, 2007 at 11:29 pm

    I’d love to try them..and if by chance I don’t like ’em, I’ve got two friends due within 2 weeks of me to pass the on to…lol!

    cutlers819 at verizon dot net

  19. MamaChristy says

    November 12, 2007 at 11:12 pm

    Sounds like the perfect “I’m so hungry I feel sick I-must-eat-NOW” snack to have on the run. I’d love to win it for my almost-second-trimester self!

    normanfam(at)gmail.com

  20. Jamie says

    November 12, 2007 at 11:05 pm

    At 23 weeks pregnant, when am I not hungry? I’d love to win!

  21. PS says

    November 12, 2007 at 10:27 pm

    Yay! These just might come in handy on those busy days when I have time to feed everyone but myself…

  22. amanda says

    November 12, 2007 at 10:07 pm

    Please enter me as well! Thanks!

  23. superfizz says

    November 12, 2007 at 10:00 pm

    As a nursing Mama, I am always hungry! Thanks for a great contest!

  24. sara in tx says

    November 12, 2007 at 9:45 pm

    Please enter me (email address is in my blogger profile)

  25. Amanda says

    November 12, 2007 at 9:38 pm

    I would love to win this! I am trying to get pregnant

  26. jenavidez says

    November 12, 2007 at 9:29 pm

    i would love to try these

  27. c.mwheeler says

    November 12, 2007 at 9:22 pm

    I loved these when I was prego with my now 4 month old son. My sister in-law is now 5 months along – and I know that she could use a little extra nutrition…

  28. sydneysmommy0 says

    November 12, 2007 at 7:34 pm

    I could always use a fast easy healthy snack.

  29. lev53211 says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:58 pm

    please enter me…i’m expecting my first baby this february!!!
    thanks!

  30. Naomi says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:55 pm

    Good for nursing mamas, too!

  31. jbubolz-miller says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:52 pm

    What a great product and perfect for those of us who are pumping at work. Thanks for the great product!

  32. Brooke says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:36 pm

    These should be made for nursing moms too!

    Please randomly select me!

  33. Earthmama says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:34 pm

    I could really use these!! I’m expecting my fourth and being so busy with 3 already I need quick things I can just grab and know I’m eating something healthy!

    thesmithclan@stny.rr.com

  34. windycindy says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:30 pm

    Wow, what a super giveaway. The bars sound wonderful even for non-pregnant women! Please enter me in your contest. Thanks very much! Cindi
    jchoppes@hotmail.com

  35. nor_lou says

    November 12, 2007 at 7:52 am

    What a great product and they sound very yummy. I will have to try these!!

  36. angelaandconnor at gmail.com says

    November 12, 2007 at 6:25 am

    I blogged ya of course! Enter us.. I would love these I normally go without a snack and end up regretting it later. As much as I love breastfeeding it has its moments. LOL ;)

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