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Pregnancy & baby care (0–24 months)

Articles on prenatal nutrition, meal plans, birth preparation and caring for young children — synthesized from WHO, CDC, NHS, ACOG and other trusted sources, with references at the end of each post.

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Pregnancy meal plansJuly 26, 20261 min read

Third trimester meal plan: energy, fiber and reflux-friendly plates

Later-pregnancy meal ideas with slightly higher energy needs, fiber for constipation, and smaller dinners for reflux.

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Prenatal nutritionJune 1, 20261 min read

Sample meal ideas for gestational diabetes

Meal timing, carb choices, and Vietnamese-friendly plates after a GDM diagnosis — with clinician-set glucose targets.

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Pregnancy meal plansMay 26, 20261 min read

Vegetarian and vegan pregnancy nutrition

Plant-based diets can be healthy in pregnancy with planning for B12, iron, iodine, DHA, and protein — consult your clinician for labs.

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Baby care 0–24 monthsMay 26, 20261 min read

Sample menu for babies 6–12 months

Family foods, texture progression, and a sample day at around 8 months — continue breast milk alongside solids.

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Pregnancy meal plansMay 23, 20261 min read

Nausea-friendly sample menu for the first trimester

Small bland meals and snacks when morning sickness hits — not a substitute for treatment of severe hyperemesis.

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Pregnancy meal plansMay 22, 20262 min read

7-day sample meal plan for the second trimester

Mid-pregnancy often brings better appetite. A Vietnamese-style weekly menu balancing protein, starch, vegetables, and budget flexibility.

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Pregnancy meal plansMay 20, 20261 min read

7-day sample meal plan for the third trimester

Smaller frequent meals with protein, iron, and calcium for the final months — adjust with your clinician for weight or GDM.

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PostpartumMay 17, 20261 min read

Batch cooking and freezing meals for postpartum

Make-ahead Vietnamese-friendly dishes, freezer safety, reheating, and notes for breastfeeding parents.

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PostpartumMay 14, 20261 min read

Sample breastfeeding day meal plan

Energy and nutrient needs while nursing, a one-day Vietnamese-friendly menu, and hydration reminders.

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