Protein during pregnancy?

Question

So I’m not vegan or vegetarian however I’m 15 weeks pregnant and cannot stomach meat. I worry about getting the amount of protein I need and wondering what other ways I can get it? I can maybe do a little tuna, however the Mercury makes me nervous.

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Pea Protein shakes.

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There are many vegetables that are high in protein or beans, many options. I’d research high protein plants if you’re concerned you’re not getting enough.

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I had that problem. I drank protein shakes for awhile. Peanut butter helps. If you cant stomach meat good chance you might end up anemic too edemame and spinach are great for iron. Eggs are excellent for protein as well.

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Beans eggs nuts

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Chia seeds! Soak over night in milk or rice milk and they’ll expand and soften like tapioca by morning. I mix with cinnamon and brown sugar. Or put the dry seeds on a salad. Packed with protein and omega 3

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Fruit shakes with veggie based protein powder added.

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Probably the easiest way for a non-vegan to get vegan protein is pre-packaged mock meats. I’m a big fan of Gardein, Beyond Meat, Sweet Earth, and Upton’s Seitan. I’m currently obsessed with frozen vegan burritos. I keep a stash in the freezer for when I need food with protein FAST. 
Now, if you can’t stand the texture of meat, the above options won’t work. I was completely averse to anything meaty my first trimester, but I was fine with tofu, beans, and lentils. I made lots of tofu scrambles and lentil soups. If you want to try tofu but haven’t cooked with it before, let me know and I’ll share some tips with you! It tastes great if you know how to prep it right. There are also packs of ready to eat, marinated tofu that are perfect if you don’t wanna fuss. 
Hope this helps!

Protein during pregnancy?

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