Pregnant eating advice

[summergirl]

Hi guys! I wanted to see what kind of advice you folks might have for me... I recently found out I'm pregnant and am trying to figure out a good plan for my eating. Today, I did the 5 and 1. I had a salad for lunch with chicken. For dinner, I had my chicken noodle soup and added some veggies, as well. I also had about 1/2 cup of whole grain pasta w/ sauce. I feel like I certainly need to eat more to make sure the baby is getting what it needs, yet at the same time, I fear inflating back up to my beginning weight in NO TIME if I'm not careful transitioning... I'm looking for input and advice. Both yesterday and the day before I was flat out starving all day. Even during and after each of my meals. That was my first clue that maybe I should be eating a little more.

I really wanted to try to keep on the 5 and 1 for a few more weeks, but I felt like my body was telling me to eat something more, over the past few days. I'm going camping this weekend and look forward to going for walks and bike rides while we're gone! Also, I will continue eating my 5 mf meals daily, but need to know opinions on "What to add".

Thanks, in advance for reading this. I'm really struggling...

[cydj21]

Hi Summer! Having not been pregnant before myself, I'm probably not the best to give advice, but it seems like maybe a 6/2 program would be appropriate, largely keeping the 2 L/G meals lean, but incorporating more food throughout the day. I wouldn't be focused on weight loss right now, but transitioning makes sense. Maybe try that and see how your hunger level feels and reevaluate from there.

[DogMa]

I've never been pregnant, but this REALLY sounds like something you should discuss with your doctor.

[katieb920]

I do agree with Robin. I think you should talk to your doctor. You would not be having enought calories in the day.

How are you feeling today?

[Mike]

First things first, the 5+1 is contraindicated for anyone who is pregnant. You just aren't to do such a low calorie program while pregnant or nursing...
that said, talk with you Doctor. You can still use the products as healthy snacks, but not the weight loss program.

This is taken directly from the Medifast Common Questions (something everybody on this program should be familiar with):

What conditions would absolutely PROHIBIT my use of a low calorie diet such as Medifast?

Myocardial Infarction (MI) / Heart Attack within previous 3 months (unless cleared by a cardiologist)
Recent or recurrent CVAs and/or TIAs (stroke); uncontrolled seizures
Unstable angina; clotting disorders
Type 1 Diabetes (can be used for improved nutrition or weight maintenance but is not recommended for a weight loss program; can add Medifast Meals to regular dietary intake)
Severe liver disease (may require a low protein diet)
Severe kidney disease
Active peptic ulcer disease
Active cancers
Active thrombophlebitis (DVT/PE within 3 months)
Pregnant or lactating
Eating disorder (e.g., Anorexia Nervosa or Bulimia)
Severe psychiatric disturbance (history of major depression and/or suicide attempts)
Corticosteroid therapy >20 mg/day
Chronic illicit drug usage; addictions; alcoholism; substance abuse

[summergirl]

I don't get to see my doc until May 19th, so it's a ways out. I'm just struggling with what to do "right now". I feel confident with using MF products for snacks, but I worry about gaining if I just "go off plan" totally without transitioning.

Thanks for the responses. I am very concerned about the health of the baby, as well as myself and I'm trying to be cautious not to do anything unhealthy...

But, already I've gained back a couple pounds just by adding some small things to my diet...

[Unca_Tim]

Hi Summer,
Give our nurse a call at:
(877) 270-5704

....or email at:
nurse at tsfl dot com

I know my niece continued using Medifast products during pregnancy, but you will have to increase your calorie intake.

[summergirl]

[lifelovinaries]

WHAT?! PREGNANT?! oK, i have stayed away for toooo long! CONGRATS! I am missing out on too much. I have to find a way to stick this forum into my schedule a little more often.