I want to ensure I'm getting enough protein for myself and the baby during pregnancy. Are there specific protein powders that are considered safe and best to use when you're pregnant?
Don't fall for expensive fancy organic powders sold online, they are so overpriced and we need to save for delivery and hospital charges! Just ask your government or local hospital doctor for a standard prescribed protein powder. They work exactly the same and cost much less.
During my first trimester, I felt so weak and worried about my baby's growth. When my doctor prescribed a protein powder, I felt a sense of relief knowing she was getting enough nutrition. Do ask your doctor to recommend a good one for your peace of mind.
Be very careful with protein powders as many have added sugars which can spike your blood sugar. I had gestational diabetes and my doctor specifically prescribed a sugar-free one. Please ask your gynac before buying any commercial brand.
When I was staying at my parents' place, my mother used to give me sattu milk and dry fruit powder which was very comforting. But my gynecologist also gave me a proper protein supplement. It's best to follow both mother's love and doctor's advice.
Haan na, finding the right taste is so hard in pregnancy. My doctor suggested a plain vanilla one which was very light. Better to ask your own doctor because everyone's nutritional needs are different, ho na.
Take care of your health, dear, and eat fresh ghar ka khana like dals and paneer too. For powders, ask your doctor what is pure and safe. God bless you on this beautiful path.
Go for a doctor-prescribed one because they have extra vitamins and DHA! 🥛🍫 I loved the chocolate flavored one my gynac gave. Just ask your doctor to write one for you, happy growing! 🎉
I am also planning to conceive soon and was wondering if we should start protein supplements early. My mother-in-law suggests milk with nuts, but I will ask my doctor in my next pre-conception checkup.
I'm planning to get pregnant soon and honestly, I have no idea about this. Do doctors write this in the prescription itself or do we have to ask them separately? Let me know what your doc suggests!
Please do not take any over-the-counter protein powders without showing the ingredients to your doctor first. After my previous loss, I became extremely cautious about every supplement. Your doctor will suggest the safest one tailored for your body.
As a working mom, I had no time to cook elaborate high-protein meals. I asked my doctor for a quick protein powder that I could just mix in milk and drink at my office desk. Get a prescription for one that dissolves easily and doesn't taste chalky.
Oh, the food aversions are the worst! I couldn't stand the smell of any flavored protein powder because of my terrible nausea. My doctor suggested an unflavored one that I could mix in thin buttermilk, which was a lifesaver. Ask your doctor for options if you are vomiting a lot.
Honestly, the best one is the one you can actually swallow without throwing up! My doc gave me one chocolate brand but I hated the smell. Just ask your doctor for a few sample sachets to try first before buying a huge jar.
I just delivered last month, and my doctor kept me on a protein powder throughout my third trimester to help baby's weight. It was a prescription one that I got from the hospital pharmacy. Definitely consult your gynac for the right brand.
Actually, don't just buy any random gym protein powder, yaar. Pregnancy ones are totally different and have folic acid too. My gynac in Mumbai prescribed a basic one and it was quite good. Ask your doc first!
