'Tassie burrito' and homemade soup enough to fuel a pregnant body? A dietitian tells

A dietitian discusses whether a “Tassie burrito” and homemade soup are enough to fuel a pregnant body, focusing on nutrient balance. The guidance highlights a pregnancy-friendly smoothie as strong for protein, fiber, calcium, healthy fats and polyphenols. It also notes that iron needs rise substantially during pregnancy, saying a “wallaby burrito” made with lean game meat can provide a valuable iron boost. However, the dietitian warns that maintaining only this pattern may still leave gaps in key pregnancy nutrients, including iodine and omega-3s, and that calcium intake may be insufficient if oat milk is not fortified. For dinner, the article says soup can be comforting but too light in protein and other nutrients. It suggests upgrading soup with lentils, cannellini beans or chicken, and adding eggs and seafood—especially low-mercury oily fish such as salmon, sardines, mackerel or trout—some days.