Food of the expectant mother For 9 months, the food of the expectant mother ensures the growth and the good development of the baby. It is not a question to eat for two, but to better eat, the pregnancy being the occasion to join again with good dietary practice. The recommended nutritional contributions are of 1800 to 2600 calories per day (15 to protein 20%, 30% of lipids, glucid 55%). The expectant mother should consume each day 4 slag products, at least...