Are smoothies good for pregnancy?

Getting all of your nutrients when growing a baby can be a little overwhelming at times, especially when you’re trying to balance work and home, appointments, keeping yourself healthy and everything else that comes with day to day life.

Smoothies are a great way to pack in the nutrients and to keep energy levels topped up during pregnancy,  but it’s best that you don’t just grab a bottle on the go —you may get far more sugar than you bargained for. The best way to make sure you are getting a healthy kick (that can even help things like nausea) is to create it from your kitchen.

We’ve put together our Top 5 Pregnancy Smoothies for Energy and Nutrients below.

Looking for a blender? Our Itsy Blitz is perfect for this (plus it means you can use it when little one is ready to wean too!) BINGO.

The Supergreen pregnancy smoothie:

• 1 small banana
• 1 cup of spinach
• 1/2 avocado
• 2 tbsp chia seeds
• As much milk as you wish to make it thick, smooth and to your drink liking

Very Berry Pregnancy Smoothie:

• ½ frozen banana
• A handful of frozen berries
• 1 tbsp nut butter
• 1/2 tsp of cinnamon
• As much milk as you wish to make it thick, smooth and to your drink liking

Protein Power Pregnancy Smoothie:

• ½ frozen banana
• A scoop of your favourite protein powder
• 1 tbsp nut butter
• A handful on spinach
• As much milk as you wish to make it thick, smooth and to your drink liking

Super Vit C Smoothie:

• 2 small oranges, peeled and cut into pieces
• 1 cup full fat yogurt of your choice
• A handful of ice
• A dash of honey

Totally Tropical Smoothie:

• 1 cup of frozen tropical fruit mix
• 1/2 cup of coconut milk
• A splash of pineapple juice

Perfect for all types of weather, plans, and of course pregnant mamas! Feed these concoctions to your little ones too and share the health around the whole family.

What’s your favourite pregnancy smoothie recipe? Tag us at @itsykids.