Pregnancy Nutrition, Labor Induction, and Postpartum Recovery

What are the essential dietary restrictions, hormonal markers, and physical recovery strategies for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum transition?

Pregnancy and What to Expect Pregnancy and Nutrition

Is it Safe to Take Calcium Supplements When Pregnant?

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Natalie Smith

While you are pregnant, you may begin rethinking every aspect of your diet, including your calcium intake. Obstetricians often disagree on whether you need a calcium supplement during pregnancy. Always consult your obstetrician before you start taking any nutritional supplement while you are pregnant.

Cacao nibs or raw cocoa beans crushed in a jar

Raw Cacao Beans & Pregnancy

Published Jun,13 2017 | By Natalie Smith

Many pregnant women experience cravings for chocolate. The American Academy of Family Physicians recommends that you avoid consuming refined sugars during pregnancy because it has a low nutritive value and may increase your risk for gestational diabetes. Recent studies, such as a 2008 study in the journal "Molecules,"

Natalie Smith is a technical writing professor specializing in medical writing localization and food writing. Her work has been published in technical journals, on several prominent cooking and nutrition websites, as well as books and conference proceedings. Smith has won two international research awards for her scholarship in intercultural medical writing, and holds a PhD in technical communication and rhetoric.