Be sure to eat enough. While you are pregnant, it is important that you get enough food energy (calories) to meet your needs and the needs of your baby. Because vegetarian foods generally contain fewer calories, you may need to eat more than usual to get the energy you need.
Be careful to eat enough protein. Plant protein must be combined correctly in order to meet your needs and the needs of your baby. Good quality protein is very important during pregnancy.
Make sure you are getting enough vitamins and minerals. If you follow a strict vegetarian diet and avoid all foods that come from animals, you will need extra calcium, iron, zinc, Vitamin D, and Vitamin B12 when you are pregnant.
