Pregnancy Cravings Survival Guide (Healthy Solutions)

 
I wanted to do a pregnancy cravings survival guide that takes common pregnancy cravings and puts a healthy spin on them. I am now in my 8th month of pregnancy and the recipes below have been what I have used to satisfy cravings while staying on a healthy path during this journey.

Each category is a craving I have had with the recipes I have used to satisfy those cravings over the last 8 months.

I have solutions for craving pasta, ice cream, chocolate and so much more. Yes, you can satisfy yourself during pregnancy while staying on a healthy diet.

– smoothies

I have been loving smoothies for breakfast during my first trimester (when it was difficult to eat) and now for my mid-morning snack.

I love adding greens to any smoothie recipe to add that extra nourishment. Some of my favorite recipes are linked below.

Wonder Woman Smoothie
 

 
Love Smoothie
 

 
Whipped Lime Pie Beauty Smoothie
 

 
Super C Smoothie
 

 
Blueberry Banana Cream Pie Smoothie
 

 
Watermelon Kale Tropical Refresher
 

 
Vanilla Watermelon Refresher
 

 
– ice cream

Ice cream has been something I have eaten every week – dairy free, vegan, homemade ice cream of course. The two recipes that I go to are listed below.

I also love adding 1 scoop of protein powder to my ice cream so that I can ensure baby is getting everything she needs.

Vegan Mango Cotton Candy Ice Cream
 

 
Vegan Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream
 

 
– salads

I love salads. And pregnancy has only increased my love for salads. I can eat a ton of food and feel great about it.

A couple recipes that I have turned to over and over the last 8 months are listed below.

Vegan Caesar Salad with Crunchy Sriracha Kale & Fried Chickpeas
 

 
Roasted Mediterranean Salad (Vegan)
 

 
Crunchy Chickpea Pineapple Salad with Roasted Cauliflower
 

 
Raw Vegan Tuna Salad
 

 

 
– snacks (sweet and salty)

I really haven’t been overwhelmed with snack cravings but the couple times I have I have turned to classic recipes that I know and love – some sweet, some salty.

My main snacks are fresh fruits, vegetables and hummus. Some things I make once in a while are listed below.

Zesty “Cheesy” Kale & Crunchy Sriracha Chickpea Bowl
 

 
Sweet and Salty Roasted Maple Chickpeas
 

 
Crunchy Sriracha and Lime Roasted Chickpeas
 

 
Nature’s Sweet & Sour Candies
 

 
The 9 Best Hummus Recipes (and homemade ezekiel chips)
 

 
– super filling lunch and suppers (pasta)

As things have progressed in my pregnancy I find I have been generally more hungry. That means I want meals that feel filling and satisfying.

Some of my favorites are listed below.

Roasted Tomato Falafel Spaghetti Squash
 

 
Roasted Tomato Avocado Falafel Toast
 

 
Vegan Grilled Cheese Sweet Potato Sandwiches
 

 
Grilled Stuffed Balsamic Portobello Mushrooms
 

 
Faux Pulled Pork AKA Pulled Cauliflower
 

 
Whole Roasted Cauliflower AKA “Vegan Roast Turkey”
 

 
Spicy Sweet Potato Fries with Avocado Garlic “Mayo”
 

 
– desserts/treats

Desserts are something I have limited to only a few times during my pregnancy but when I have enjoyed them I have realy enjoyed them.

These are some of my favorites below.

My Magical Super Chocolatey Fudgsicle
 

 
Oreo Mint Fudge Slices
 

 
The BEST Vegan SNICKERS Ice Cream Bites
 

 
Caramel Blondie Brownie Cheesecake (Vegan/Raw)
 

 
Healthy 3 Ingredient Cookies
 

 

 

Amy Layne is the Co-Founder of DAMY Health Online & The Healthy Rebel App. Here at DAMY she is our Head Coach Specializing in Holistic Nutrition, Secretly Healthy Recipe Creation, Fitness, Self-Love, Inspiration and Living Your Best Life. She is the creator of the world famous DAMY Method and Bikini Body Programs. To see Amy’s Before and After Photos and DAMY Member Success Stories Click Here. For Amy’s complete story go here!

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