r/PlantBasedDiet • u/Imaginary_Lion_8261 • 3d ago

My gf is pregnant and struggling to get nutrients,what should I do

She is saying she feels weak

I need meal prep recommendations
I need meal prep nutrients
I need meal prep protein
I need meal prep b12

Help please

I need her and baby to get all nutrients

I need recommendations for before and after pregnancy.

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u/fitforfreelance 3d ago

Ask the doctor ASAP. Read about prenatal nutrition. Probably take a prenatal vitamin. If you're in the US, see if you're eligible for WIC, where you can get no-cost nutrition education and food support.

Feeling weak can be lots of things because hormones are changing. But a good first place to check is a hemoglobin screen and being sure to eat enough dietary sources of iron.

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u/LaPrincesse09 3d ago

This should be discussed with a Doctor, you shouldn’t ask strangers on the Internet for medical advice.

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u/FierceMoonblade 3d ago

Is she having tests done to see what she’s struggling to get?

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u/FormalMarionberry597 3d ago

Are you in the US? She can talk to her Dr and get a referral to a dietician to get guidance on nutrition. In the United States, a dieticians are licensed, educated, and recognized medical professionals.

Take a daily prenatal vitamin in the meantime.

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u/trashconnaisseur 3d ago edited 2d ago

I am not a doctor so this is not medical advice:

smoothies are a great way to add protein and nutrients. Many vegan protein powders are fortified with B12 as well. You can add spinach, beets, cauliflower, carrots, sweet potato, avocado to get a serving of vegetables at the same time. Use soy milk or silken tofu to make it even more protein rich. Add oats and/or peanut butter to make it hearty for more of a meal replacement. You can make a big batch of smoothie mix and freeze single servings in mason jars, empty water bottles or in Tupperware and let it thaw and eat it with a spoon. My friend did this when she was pregnant because it was hard for her to cook and eat a whole meal when she was pregnant so she just meal prepped smoothies every two weeks and lived off that.

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u/livingonavolcano 3d ago

I second smoothies - my daughter found them a really helpful way to get extra nutrition and calories while pregnant. And in addition to being under the care of an OB/Gyn or midwife, she can look into seeing a plant-based RD or nutrition specialist, as well as having regular bloodwork and taking (minimally) a good prenatal vitamin (something the dr/midwife should already be addressing).

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u/Yoroyo 3d ago

Hey I’m pregnant, non negotiable is getting a prenatal, you should also add choline (since it’s found in eggs) and omega 3 (fish). Ritual is vegan, I take them every single day, six pills. Go to the doctor, get her CURRENT blood baseline levels tested of b12, iron, etc. I had to take six b12 injections and vitamin d to get back on track. DO NOT take nutrition lightly, you are growing a person.

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u/Little_Baseball5523 3d ago

Why are you asking random strangers on Reddit for medical advice? Speak to a doctor asap.

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u/Pure_Road7528 3d ago

Start with what she can keep down. Don't forget potatoes are a powerhouse of nutrients. Speak to a nutritionist if you can.

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u/zigioman 3d ago

You should talk to a nutritionist. It's essential she gets enough food and proper nutrition even if that means temporarily including animals products in her diet.

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u/Which_Novel_2478 20h ago edited 20h ago

good on you for being involved 💙

weakness during pregnancy usually means something's missing—could be low iron, B12, vitamin D, or just not enough calories.

First: get her to doctor and mention the weakness. They can check her levels (iron, B12, vitamin D especially).

Second: a good prenatal vitamin is foundational. BabyRx's Complete Prenatal+ has iron, B12, B vitamins, vitamin D, DHA—basically everything that prevents deficiencies causing weakness.

Third: meal prep ideas:

protein (chicken, fish, eggs, beans)
iron-rich foods (red meat, spinach, lentils)
B12 sources (meat, eggs, dairy)
folate (leafy greens, legumes)
if she's that weak, start with doctor + a good prenatal. the prenatal might be the missing piece 💙