Are you pregnant and wondering what to eat in your first month?
Don’t worry. I am Avni Kaul, a leading pregnancy dietician in Delhi, and I am here to make it easy for you. In this blog, you will find a simple, practical Indian diet chart for your first month of pregnancy, foods to avoid, tips to stay healthy, and answers to common questions asked by mothers like you.
The first month of pregnancy is crucial as your baby’s major organs start forming. Many women do not even realize they are pregnant in the first few weeks. However, nutrition during pregnancy time lays the foundation for your baby’s growth and development.
Eating the right foods helps:
When you eat well, it also keeps your mood stable and reduces emotional swings caused by hormonal shifts.
In the first month, you may not look pregnant, but many changes are happening inside:
That is why eating small, healthy meals becomes important to manage these symptoms and support your baby.
Here is a simple Indian diet chart for the first month of pregnancy. Adjust portions based on your hunger and comfort. Always check with your doctor if you have health conditions like thyroid, diabetes, or PCOS before following any diet plan.
Why this combination? It gives you energy, calcium, protein, and folic acid to support your baby’s early growth.
If you feel full quickly, reduce roti size but ensure dal and vegetable intake.
If you feel acidity at night, have an early dinner and keep your meals light.
Many pregnant women forget to drink enough water. Dehydration can cause headaches, dizziness, and constipation. Make sure you:
Here are some foods you should strictly avoid in the first month:
Yes. Your body is working hard to grow a baby. Eat small, healthy meals and rest whenever you feel tired.
No. You do not need to double your food. Focus on balanced, nutritious meals. Overeating can cause unnecessary weight gain.
Your doctor will prescribe folic acid supplements, which are important to prevent birth defects. Some women may also need iron, vitamin D, or calcium supplements.
Eat small, frequent meals. Ginger tea, lemon water, and dry snacks like toast or crackers can help reduce nausea. Avoid spicy and oily foods.
Your first month is the foundation of a healthy pregnancy. Eat healthy, home-cooked food, avoid junk, and keep yourself hydrated. Always talk to your doctor before making any diet changes.
If you need personalized guidance, visit my page on Best Pregnancy Dietician and Nutritionist in Delhi, India, to know how I can support your pregnancy nutrition journey and make these nine months easy and healthy for you.
Avni Kaul is Founder of Nutriactivania with Masters Degree in Food and Nutrition from University of Delhi and is also a Certified Diabetes Educator from Project Hope and International Diabetes Federation. She is a Leicester Mammas Ambassador trained in Lactation Counselling with NHS United Kingdom. Mammas support pregnant and new mothers and their families. Specializations of Avni Kaul Include Infant and Young Child Feeding Practises, Pre and Post natal diets, Fat loss, Muscle Gain and Holistic Health and Nutrition