My little one is already a toddler now and I remember having the exact same doubt back then! I used to put them in my smoothies and curd daily, totally safe and kept me full. Just eat in moderation, everything is fine.
Honestly, I had them a lot during my recovery after my C-section to help with standard constipation. They are quite safe but please soak them nicely first before eating. Just ask your gynac once if they fit your diet plan now.
Oh god, I had terrible nausea in my first trimester and couldn't digest anything heavy. I used to mix a tiny bit of soaked chia seeds in lemon water and it actually helped me stay hydrated. Just start with a very small quantity to see how your stomach reacts.
When I was admitted, the hospital nutritionist actually included chia pudding in my breakfast menu. But honestly, every pregnancy is different so just drop a quick message to your doctor or hospital coordinator to be 100% sure before starting.
I did quite some research on this when I was expecting. My doctor told me they are great for calcium and omega-3, but we should not eat them dry. Always soak them in water or milk for at least 15-20 mins so they don't swell up in the stomach.
