Any time a pregnant woman strays from what is considered “normal” for pregnancy, be it through how much she exercises, or how much she veers away from the Standard American Diet, there will be controversy. Mostly because you’re breaking away from what is viewed as the “traditional” pregnant lifestyle. And out of the kindness of their hearts, they’re concerned about you and the baby.
With that being said, it’s obviously very important to put your child’s safety and health first. And no matter what you choose to do, make sure to consult doctors and midwives and have check-ups regularly to make sure the baby is doing well. And be aware: there are many doctors unfamiliar with the vegan diet, so you may have to fish around for a doctor who understands veganism. Here’s a pretty wild story about a woman overcoming the adversity of several physicians: http://www.vegparadise.com/otherbirds34.html. If you plan on sticking with the vegan or raw vegan diet during pregnancy, consult dietitians that are familiar with these diets so they can help you make sure you’re getting the nutrition you need. And remember: any diet is risky if you aren’t careful.
Here’s a very nice success story about a woman who did the raw vegan diet during pregnancy:
http://www.at-home-with-mama.com/rawpregnancy.html
And this one, written by a woman who has successfully given birth twice as a vegan, lists off what you need to consider, nutritionally: http://www.vrg.org/nutrition/veganpregnancy.htm
And here’s a link that contains oodles of other links related specifically to vegan pregnancy, as well as some articles related to other health issues you may encounter http://www.vegfamily.com/vegan-pregnancy/index.htm.
A book you might want to purchase which has helped other vegan mothers go through safe, healthy vegan pregnancies is Pregnancy Children and the Vegan Diet. As a pregnant vegan, you will be in the extreme minority, and people may very well ridicule you for your choice, even threaten you- telling you you’re not looking out for your child. Try not to let them get to you. As long as you are being careful, doing your research, and getting check-ups regularly, you are no less safe than a pregnant woman who eats animal products. The difference is the vegan diet is less understood. Eating the freshest, most natural, highly nutritional foods should not be viewed as an unsafe choice for pregnancy. Some day I hope women will be admired for their choice to go through vegan and vegetarian pregnancies.
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Kristen's Raw Says:
Beautiful picture and great links
Cheers!
Kristen’s Raw
December 17th, 2007 at 6:53 pm
Half Pint Pixie Says:
Great set of links, another book I found very useful during my happy & healthy vegan pregnancy and now while breastfeeding is Raising your vegan infant with confidence. It’s by the UK Vegan Society’s dietician and is full of great information. It is sad that many doctors and nurses are uninformed about the benefits of a healthy veg diet when pregnant.
December 18th, 2007 at 12:37 am
suvine.com Says:
I say the only person who knows about you is you, not a dietician.
December 18th, 2007 at 6:30 am
Running Yarn Says:
Wow – what amazing links! Thank you happy vegetable
I am thinking of getting pregnant in the next few years and have been working to gradually change my vegan diet to a healthier one — I am well on my way, and these sites have wonderful tips on how to do it better. Thanks again!
December 18th, 2007 at 1:29 pm
Parenting Articles Says:
Great compilation of vegan pregnancy links. All the links are very interesting to read on. Just wondering if this vegan diet can support the nutrients that a pregnant woman needs.
-Jan
April 22nd, 2008 at 12:27 am
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March 6th, 2009 at 12:50 am
Clover Says:
Hi, this is really great. I have just found out that I am pregnant (four weeks gone). I have been a vegetarian for years and gradually upgraded (!!) to veganism about three years ago. I have been taking spirulina, chlorella and green barley grass in capsule form for the last four months. Do you know if it is still considered safe to take these? I have heard that chlorella is too detoxifying for pregnant women. I would really appreciate your advice.
Thank you,
Clover
May 6th, 2009 at 4:41 am
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December 13th, 2009 at 12:55 pm
fertility advice Says:
AT the time of the pregnency try only to do simple exercise and if it possibe try to do deepbreating exercise, it will really help you. as per i belive.
March 6th, 2010 at 7:21 am
Roman Stagg Says:
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March 13th, 2010 at 11:01 am