Pregnancy & Postpartum
Nutrition in pregnancy and after birth
Safe, practical eating for you and your baby, from planning a pregnancy to breastfeeding, working with your obstetrician.
Pregnancy brings a lot of food advice from family, friends and the internet, much of it conflicting. Good nutrition supports your health and your baby's growth, and some needs, such as folic acid, iron and calcium, matter more than usual.
Hamna gives clear, evidence-based guidance built around Pakistani food and your symptoms, such as nausea or heartburn. Your obstetrician remains in charge of your pregnancy care, including supplements and any medical conditions.
Who this is for
This service may be right for you if:
- You are planning a pregnancy or are pregnant
- You have nausea, poor appetite, heartburn or constipation
- You have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes or anaemia (alongside your medical team)
- You are breastfeeding and want to eat well
- You want to return to a healthy weight after birth, safely
How assessment works
- 01
Stage and health
Trimester or postpartum stage, symptoms and any conditions your doctor has diagnosed.
- 02
Eating pattern
Meals, appetite, food aversions and fluids.
- 03
Supplements
What your doctor has prescribed, such as folic acid or iron.
- 04
Routine
Work, family support, sleep and breastfeeding.
What your plan includes
- A balanced eating plan for your stage of pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Practical tips for nausea, heartburn and constipation
- Food safety in pregnancy
- Guidance on iron, calcium and folate-rich Pakistani foods
- Gentle, safe postpartum weight guidance when you are ready
What to expect
You will leave with a clear plan and agreed next steps.
Follow-ups can be timed around your pregnancy appointments. Supplement doses and medical decisions stay with your obstetrician.
Common questions
Do I need to eat for two?
Can you help with gestational diabetes?
Is it safe to lose weight during pregnancy?
Can I fast in Ramadan while pregnant or breastfeeding?
Clinical review & references
Clinical review by Hafiza Hamna Mushtaq, Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist (AHPC REG-20250614-257481). Last reviewed: date Hamna reviews this page
- WHO recommendations on antenatal care for a positive pregnancy experience (2016)
- NHS: Have a healthy diet in pregnancy
General information only; your plan depends on your results, medicines and other conditions. Medical disclaimer
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