Will baby be okay if I can only stomach one big meal a day? (I’m 13 weeks pregnant)

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I’ve had extreme nausea most of this pregnancy that lasts most of the day. Everyday I mostly drink a lot of water, and have a very large dinner so I can get all my daily calories in. I always take my prenatal.
Is it okay that I’m only able to eat one very large meal a day as long as I’m getting enough calories in?

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I had horrific illness with my first daughter, and it lasted most of the pregnancy. My doctor told me that babies are experts at getting what they need, so if you have to live on lemonade and chocolate milkshakes for the first little while, do what you have to do. My second pregnancy was a little different. I was sick, but not until later than in my first pregnancy. It lasted until 17 weeks, and then I was fine after that 🤷‍♀️ Good luck, and I hope your sickness eases up really soon.

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Baby will be fine I'm 21 weeks +3 days pregnant and I can just about barely handle any food still as long as your trying and eating something at least once a day

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Just be sure you’re making nutrient packed choices and baby will fine. With my first I couldn’t eat without vomiting so I would snack on cheese, veggies, fruits and made sure to take my prenatals.

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Baby will be fine. My last pregnancy I lost 20lbs just from being too sick to eat for the first 13 weeks. I couldn’t even take my prenatal. So grateful this pregnancy I can eat 3 meals a day and take my prenatal

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eat when you can. If you’re getting one big meal in a day you’re doing better than a lot of women.  I had morning sickness (all day long) up until 12ish weeks, and could not eat much, especially not a big meal. If I took more than a few bites of most food I’d get so sick all over again. So be cautious of that. I lost about 7 pounds, and have gained back 3 so far. But smaller meals or snacks throughout the day might work better for you than trying to eat a large meal in one sitting. Whatever you can take in.

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my doctors have never been concerned. second pregnancy with severe morning sickness, i’ve lost about 5lbs in the first 10 weeks both times. they don’t worry unless you can’t keep fluids down

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Yes I had bad morning sickness and lost 9 lbs in the beginning.  I’m now 36+3 weeks and up 6lbs from where I started.  Just had a growth scan today and baby is measuring at 34 weeks but about 5lbs 7oz.  Dr said he’s not worried. 😊

Will baby be okay if I can only stomach one big meal a day? (I’m 13 weeks pregnant)

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