Nutrition: Aiming for a well rounded, protein-rich diet in pregnancy
Dr. Bradley often references Dr. Brewer and his recommendations for a whole food, well-rounded, and protein-rich diet during pregnancy. Other respected organizations also support Dr. Bradley's recommendation of 85-100 grams of protein per day. Expecting mothers can use protein counters and charts to understand their baseline, and can work together with their coach/ husband to maintain 85-100 g per day. Keep a 3-day food log to get a baseline. Record all foods and beverages, and have your birth coach look over them to find ways to add nutrient-dense foods and reduce unhelpful elements. Here's an example: