How much milk during pregnancy?

Question

My mother says I should drink a lot of milk for strong bones for the baby. How much milk should I be drinking during pregnancy every day? I want to make sure I'm getting enough calcium.

Poonam Karunakaran · Answer

Haha, my mother-in-law wanted me to drink a whole dairy farm daily! But seriously, 2 to 3 glasses of milk (or even curd and paneer if you hate milk) is more than enough. You don't need to turn into a baby calf to get your calcium, chill!

Subhadra Dwivedi · Answer

I am trying to drink at least one glass in the morning and one at night, but sometimes the smell of warm milk just makes me so nauseous! Are you guys adding any safe malt powders or kesar to make it taste better? Let me know what worked for you.

Kamakshi Thakur · Answer

Ugh, during my pregnancy, everyone forced me to drink milk like there's no tomorrow, and now I'm just sleep-deprived and living on black coffee! But yes, 2 glasses of milk is great for baby's bones. If it makes you feel bloated like it did to me, just switch to curd or paneer.

Chitra Hegde · Answer

I know how stressful it is to constantly worry if you are eating enough for the baby—I used to overthink every single meal! Usually, doctors recommend 2 to 3 servings of dairy like milk or curd daily. If milk makes you feel anxious or nauseated, just talk to your doctor about calcium tablets instead.

Usha Sahni · Answer

Honestly, drinking 2 glasses of milk daily is a realistic target for a working mom. I used to carry a small bottle of buttermilk or keep some milk powder at my office desk to make sure I got my calcium. Don't stress if you can't manage more, just keep it practical.

Jagruthi Kunder · Answer

In our home, elders always say to drink warm milk with a little turmeric or kesar every day for strength. But my doctor said 2 glasses of milk daily is perfect, and if I can't digest it, curd or ragi porridge are also excellent calcium sources. Listen to your body and don't force yourself.

Hasini Kohli · Answer

I totally understand how overwhelming it feels when everyone starts giving different advice on what to eat and drink. Just 2 glasses of milk a day is wonderful for your little miracle's growth. Please don't pressure yourself too much, take it one gentle sip at a time.