Vegetarian and alcohol?

Question

I am in my 30's and TTC and am also a vegetarian. Is it harder to get pregnant if you're a vegetarian? Do I need to add meat to my diet? Also- is it ok to be drinking in moderation when TTC or do I need to stop drinking entirely?

Answer

Being a vegetarian will not decrease your chances of becoming pregnant. As long as you are getting enough protein from vegetable sources like tofu, you should be perfectly fine to conceive. As far as the drinking issue goes, it's best to practice what you will be doing during pregnancy, now. That way it's not a total overhaul.

Answer

I got pregnant as a vegetarian and now I’m trying as a vegan. All those chemicals, anti biotics, and hormones they pump into those animal carcasses are terrible for you. Plant based is the way to go!

Answer

I hope you consult your dr or dietitian to ensure you are getting the right vitamins from your vegetables.

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I don't know about being vegetarian, but I would say definitely get yourself on a prenatal vitamin.  I started on one 13 months ago before my husband and I started trying.  My gyno said even if we weren't trying just yet, the prenatal will "prime" everything down there and help prep my body for pregnancy. I think drinking in moderation while you are TTC is ok, but if you are charting your BBT, drinking the night before you measure does affect your reading.

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