Are you looking for a vegan pregnancy blog? You’ve landed on the right blog.
Hey, mama! And congrats on your new bundle
I’m DJ, a vegan (8 years) mom of three beautiful boys.
Asi am Writting this post I have a five month old beautiful vegan baby that I’m breastfeeding.
Here at vegan pregnancy blog, you’ll find recipes, resources, snack ideas, and everything I’ve learned through my own experience.
While I’m learning and living it out. It is
My hope that you have what you need, this blog was birthed out of need to share (I wish I had something like this).
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I’ve had three vegan pregnancies.
They were all healthy and smooth.
I didn’t deal with morning sickness or throwing up.
No complications.
That said, every pregnancy is different.
There’s so many factor, and its best to consult with a vegan diaeticin. That’s what I did.
I love to share what worked for me.
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Vegan Pregnancy Blog: First Trimester
During the first trimester, I kept things simple.
I stayed hydrated, ate regularly, and ate vegan meals that made me feel good. I
Got too loose with the sweets and had to cut back!
I also checked in with a registered dietitian, I felt way confident about what I was eating.
If you have nausea or fatigue, a basic plan and support can go a long way.
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Vegetarian Pregnancy Meal Plan PDF
I follow a vegan diet, but I’ve seen helpful vegetarian and vegan meal plans.
Here are two resources I used:
Vegan Pregnancy Meal Plan – NutritionFacts.org
Daily Dozen Meal Plan – Dr. Greger’s Free App
Since vegan meals are already vegetarian, I recommend going with a vegan meal plan if you’re vegetarian.
It just makes things easier.
I also worked with a dietitian to make sure it was right for me.
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Vegan Pregnancy Recipes
There are a lot of recipes out there, but I like to keep it simple.
Purple Carrot has some good ones.
Their meals are fire.
So good.
Still, I’d say talk to a dietitian.
I did, and it helped me figure out what meals gave me what I needed.
Sometimes your insurance will even cover it.
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Vegetarian Pregnancy Meal Plan: Second Trimester
By the second trimester, I found a rhythm.
I leaned into meals I liked and that gave me energy.
Some regular meals I had:
Lentil soup.
Quinoa and kale bowls.
Tacos with tofu and avocado.
Smoothies with spinach and chia seeds.
Vegan meals worked well for me throughout the whole pregnancy.
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Vegan Pregnancy Diet
One thing my dietitian told me that really helped—get protein at every meal.
And try to eat fruits and vegetables with everything you eat.
That stuck with me.
A normal breakfast for me was oatmeal with berries and flaxseeds.
Sometimes I’d even add beans on the side.
Was it full of protein?
Yep.
Was it good?
Actually, yes.
Pregnancy is pregnancy.
Whether you eat vegan or not, the goal is still to get the nutrients your body needs.
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Best Vegan Food for Pregnancy
Some of my favorite easy foods during pregnancy were:
Cut-up fruit.
Veggie trays.
Roasted sweet potatoes.
Big salads with nuts and seeds.
Smoothie bowls.
I just kept it simple and made sure I ate what felt good.
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Frequently Asked Vegan Pregnancy Questions
Is it healthy for a pregnant woman to be vegan?
Yes.
I’ve done it three times and had healthy pregnancies and babies every time.
What should a vegan pregnant woman eat in a day?
It depends on your needs.
But a good place to start is Dr. Greger’s Daily Dozen.
It helps you make sure you’re getting a variety of healthy vegan foods.
Can a baby be healthy on a vegan diet?
Yes.
All three of my kids are healthy and doing great.
What does a pregnant woman who is vegan likely need to take?
That really depends.
Some common ones are B12, iron, and omega-3s from algae.
But talk to a dietitian to know what you need.
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Indian Vegetarian Pregnancy Meal Plan
I love Indian food.
I usually go out for it because it’s just a treat.
But if you’re looking for vegan Indian recipes, here are a couple links:
Vegan Indian Meal Plan – Veg Recipes of India
Plant-Based Indian Pregnancy Meals – Rainbow Plant Life
Vegan meals are already vegetarian, so it works either way.
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Vegan Pregnancy Snacks
Snacks helped me a lot.
Here are some I kept around:
Nuts.
Fruit.
Apples with peanut butter.
Granola bars.
Carrots with hummus.
Popcorn with nutritional yeast.
Simple and filling.
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Vegan Breastfeeding Meal Plan + Vegan Food for Breastfeeding
Now that I’m breastfeeding again, I still eat the same way.
I don’t follow a strict plan, but I have a routine that works.
Lots of good food.
Plenty of water.
I love the book Vegan for Her.
It has helpful info for breastfeeding and some easy recipes too.
I went over everything with my dietitian and just made sure I was eating enough.
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Thanks for reading.
This journey is wild, and having support makes it better.
Whether you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or just curious about going vegan, you’ll find something here.
Check out veganpregnancyblog.com for more.
You got this, mama.
One bite at a time.
Love,
DJ