It’s hard to make a list of the most important first trimester nutrients because eating a healthy wholesome diet matters so much throughout pregnancy. Still, some nutrients are more specific to what’s going on in the first trimester: your baby develops its complete nervous system and some vital organs. Your uterus grows, and your placenta fully forms.
This post breaks down the roles of some “famous” and some less known nutrients, along with a list of the most nutrient-dense foods you may want to add to your diet in the first trimester.