5 Best Breakfast Smoothies for Pregnancy

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Getting the proper nutrients while pregnant can be difficult. The food you used to love now makes you nauseous, and the smell of other foods can become overwhelming. However, during pregnancy, your body needs more nutrients to form a healthy child. An easy way to get these nutrients is with a breakfast smoothie. You can tailor the taste to your liking, and sneak some hard-to-eat foods in there too! Here are the 5 best breakfast smoothies for pregnancy.

The Green Smoothie

This smoothie will help you up your intake of veggies. You can also add some additives like collagen, mushrooms, and turmeric to alleviate any discomfort from pregnancy.

  • Spinach
  • Kale
  • Cucumber
  • Avocado
  • Pineapple
  • Mango
  • Greek yogurt
  • Coconut Milk

Add all these ingredients, or skip a few! The great thing about smoothies for pregnancy, is that it doesn’t take a rocket scientist. Add some chia seeds for an extra boost, or add some ginger to alleviate morning sickness, the possibilities are endless!

The Protein Boost

If you have had an especially difficult time getting protein in early pregnancy, this smoothie is for you. Many women report an aversion to meat in the first trimester, but protein is crucial to forming a healthy fetus. Try this smoothie for a quick protein boost!

  • Greek Yogurt
  • Blueberries
  • Raspberries
  • Spinach
  • Chia Seeds
  • Peanut Butter
  • Banana
  • Collagen
  • Almond Milk

These ingredients are all packed with protein and flavor. Now your breakfast of eggs and crackers doesn’t have to be so bland. Just don’t add too much peanut butter, because it can quickly overtake the flavor of the smoothie.

The ABC Smoothie

The body needs vitamins A, B, and C, to grow a healthy baby. Vitamin A helps develop the eyes and lungs, vitamin B helps overall health and DNA synthesis, and Vitamin C helps to develop a healthy immune system. Here’s a pregnancy smoothie that is packed with all of these!

  • Orange Juice
  • Coconut Milk
  • Spinach
  • Kale
  • Avocado
  • Carrots
  • Lemon juice
  • Sunflower Seeds
  • Pineapple

This smoothie is sure to help increase your intake of crucial vitamins, but it also might just quench your sweet tooth. Add some ginger for nausea relief, or some turmeric to help reduce inflammation.

The Hydrating Smoothie

It’s important during pregnancy to stay hydrated. Your body is working hard to keep both you and your baby healthy, so it’s important to make sure you’re getting plenty of fluids. If this is something you struggle with, try this smoothie for pregnancy!

  • Coconut Water
  • Watermelon
  • Cucumber
  • Celery
  • Lemon Juice
  • Honey

Coconut water and watermelon are great at hydrating the body quickly. Keep these ingredients on hand for a quick hydration boost when you need it!

The Chocolate Craving

Cravings during pregnancy can sometimes be overwhelming. Whether it’s a chocolate bar, gummy worms, a taco, or pickles, you just gotta have it. Lucky for you, we have a healthy chocolate smoothie perfect for pregnancy!

  • Whole Milk
  • Vanilla Greek Yogurt
  • 100% Cocoa Powder
  • Chia Seed
  • Maple Syrup
  • Oats
  • Cinnamon
  • Frozen Banana

This smoothie will satisfy your pregnancy craving, and may just be your new favorite midnight snack. Drink this guilt-free knowing that you are keeping you and your baby happy!

Use these 5 smoothies for pregnancy to keep you satisfied, and to fuel your body. Feel free to play around with the ingredients and measurements, until you find what works for you. Sip easy knowing that you’re feeding your body what it needs to foster a healthy pregnancy.

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