What I Eat in a Day While Pregnant: Dermatologist’s Healthy & Easy Recipes | Dr. Sam Ellis

[@Joelina456]

Thank you so much for having such a mentally healthy approach to eating and body and joy of life! It is so refreshing compared to other content on the internet, which is all about extreme regiments and dogmas. Thanks for being such a good role model😇greetings from germany

[@rrr441]

I must say you seem really nice, relatable and natural. It's refreshing.

[@lozamel8061]

Am from Ethiopia and coffee is a big thing in our country. When I say big i mean it. And pretty much all pregnant woman drinks coffee and nothing happens.

[@JacquelineHD2827]

I typically don’t watch “What I Eat” videos because they can be judgmental (ie, food is good or bad), triggering (I have IBS-so I have to watch out for too much fiber-and recovery with an eating disorder), or painfully not yummy. I saw the soup on Instagram and thought, I solider through because I want to see that soup! (Which I will be making!) what this was, however, was a video of you delighting in food, delighting in your pregnancy, and EATING!!! I love that you mentioned intuitive eating too-the cure all for what ails us all around food. Dr. Ellis, you are the best! And I would let my young daughter watch this and not be afraid Diet Culture was going to wrap it’s tentacles around her heart. Thank you. Just saw the soup is from The Modern Proper! They have the best recipes, and for this Celiac Girl, they are super easy to modify to gluten-free. I would not have survived cooking 3 meals and 2 snacks per day for almost 18 months without their inspiration and recipes. (Chef’s kiss!)

[@chrishansen1353]

During my first pregnancy I couldn't eat anything bread-like and I developed a lactose intolerance. During my second pregnancy I couldn’t even keep water down so anything that didn’t repulse me at the moment was what I nibbled or sipped. I only gained 18lbs the second time around and somehow still had an 8lb baby born (3 weeks early). Our bodies are capable of great things so I love the intuitive approach you’re sharing❤️

[@kateymowat1211]

Who else is making that soup asap? 🙋🏻‍♀️ it’s so cold here in Canada and I think I’m just going to go right to it and double the recipe like she did. I really enjoy the “what I eat in a day” videos to get out of my food ruts. Your approach feels real and it’s much appreciated.

[@heathervanderhagen9346]

I love watching your videos! Such good information for everyone. When I was pregnant with my first child,which was a boy🤗 I also could not get enough fruit in my day. I consumed more fruit During that pregnancy then imaginable. I love how you are concentrating on the healthy options during your pregnancy. Good for you! I always look forward to your videos.

[@rrhines3151]

You are heartwarming to watch! 💞 I think I smiled through your entire video! I was pregnant many years ago and not as informed about nutrition as many are now! Towards the end of my pregnancy, all I wanted were BLT sandwiches with avocado 🥑 slices inside! 😆

[@juliamrtn4837]

Love your approach towards diet & nutrition! Plenty of healthy foods, but without restrictions or forcing yourself to eat things you don't like.

[@juliamrtn4837]

And most importantly, you're having FUN with it! Eating healthy doesn't have to be so serious all the time

[@coralakey]

Always so impressed by your work ethic! Full time doc, KZbin, and all your side teaching/ hustles! Such a rockstar!

[@atlkarenb]

Excellent approach to eating. Love that you’re not stressing about the calories and nutrient make up. Just eating “real food.” Oh, if you make chia pudding with white chia seeds it doesn’t look so gray 🤷‍♀️

[@olgaw.5968]

I like to watch your videos, because you seem to be a strong willed woman who loves sience and knows what she is doing. I think it is inspiering to be so selfasured without being arrogant. I am pregnant for the second time and so happy about it. My problem is, that I feel so tiered all the time and that deminishes my disciplin to eat healthy. It leads to me eating less healthy than I ate before becomming pregnant, which is not fine. Last time it took me till the beginning of the second trimester to catch myself and come back into the swing of things. But I realised, that every les healthy food I eat results in me feeling very sick. So I have the feeling, that my body tries to lead me into the right direktion.

[@candicecole9370]

I had an aversion to potatoes with my first pregnancy , it was so odd, I was totally repulsed by them. My second pregnancy all I wanted was ice cream. So my dessert everyday was a little cup of ice cream. Such a memorable time and it goes so fast. Enjoy!

[@NikkisNest]

Currently pregnant and loved curry & my toddler even ate it with rice. She said it was delicious! We did do the original recipe with the sweet potato and kale bc my store didn’t have chard. Also tried your green smoothie from another video and was great and my toddler approved

[@vaishnavitiwari8870]

It's so calming to watch your videos!!! Happy new year Dr. Ellis!

[@rianne2310]

Love this video, I am pregnant for 7/8 weeks and can’t eat all that they say I should eat. This is more my style. And I couldn’t agree more: there is enough proteïn in veggies.

[@jeni2974]

I was fully vegan while I was pregnant and gave birth to a very healthy 9 and a 1/2 pound baby. Now that he is 3 years old we dabble with some poultry, eggs and cheese and really just eat so that we can experiment with different foods to live life like you said. Congratulations, and thank you for this video.

[@laurellae]

I didn't have cravings during my pregnancy but had aversions like no other! Peanut butter was the main culprit in my aversions. I also struggled with hydration. I sometimes found adding a slice of lemon to my water helped. Also love your recommending Emily Oster's book! Her books are my favorite, really the only pregnancy book you need!

[@natalyasalowich8401]

Yes to “Expecting Better!” Best pregnancy book ever!

[@janetrodriguez5445]

Yay! I am just like you. I am mostly plant based but if I want to have some dairy or meet once in a while I will with no shame 🤣don’t judge!!! It’s all about balance!

[@818deeguzman]

Thank you for sharing your approach on “healthy eating”. I agree that it’s a lot of pressure to stick with certain diets … it’s okay to be Vegan/Plant based one day and not be the next day. Love this approach. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@jiggsawjazz]

I'm pregnant and this video made me so hungry! I've had such intense cravings for citrus fruit this pregnancy too. Thanks for creating such amazing content! xox

[@stephanielynne9272]

You look great and I love your healthy, balanced mindset towards food. No one should be judgemental or critical of how others eat. We are all doing our best and you obviously are eating the foods that are right for your (and your baby's!) body. Loved this video btw - gave me some ideas with the chia pudding & buddha bowl. I looove buddha bowls. I eat mostly plant based too! 😊

[@alysa6642]

Making the lentil curry tonight!! Cannot wait. Also great tip on making large batches of chia pudding.

[@KaKesFantasticO]

I made this soup today! Used sweet potato and baby bok choy. I’ve only taste tested at this point but it’s already amazing!! Can’t wait for dinner. You also inspired me to prep some veg and rice for the week as my eating habits/preferences are similar to yours…although I’m not pregnant 😉 thanks for the video.

[@DrSamEllis]

Ah love to hear this 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@daryllperry1460]

I never felt better than I did when I was pregnant. I love your approach to food. I’m plant based as well but get so caught up in it that I rebel or just eat a baked potato with smashed avocado on it which is my go to meal every day until I could throw it across the room. 😆 Being prepared is essential to success for sure.

[@DMichaelsen]

I had citrus cravings with my first pregnancy, too. It took me some time to figure it out. We had sweet boy as well. He will turn 21 in May.

[@veronicaivanova]

I love your approach: eating healthy and balanced is so important, also not feeling guilty for not being 100% plant based. My diet is almost fully plant based but I can't live without cheese, sometimes I would have a Greek yoghurt or even fish or chicken. I don't claim to be vegan or vegetarian, I just try to eat mainly plant based food but I do add other bits every now and then. The only thing I couldn't forget though is that you have an espresso machine but you have an Americano! As an absolute coffee lover, I am just internally screaming 😄☕ Thanks for letting us know about this book, I really don't want to give up coffee when I get pregnant! I love your meal suggestions! I agree chia seeds aren't for everyone, I add them to my overnight oats but can't have them on their own. Can you please talk more about working out during pregnancy? Has this changed for yiu and how? Did you speak with your gynecologist first?

[@christinemack2153]

I had an aversion to a lot of foods, mostly meats and seafood. I craved protein bars and Ensure, so random. Your meals are fantastic! Spinach has a good amount of protein if you can tolerate greens. You look amazing and hope you feel wonderful! Wishing you all the best!

[@MyLoVeLyMaN]

What an amazing video. I eat very similarly. Love soups in winter, I'm into red lentils at the moment, while not enjoying the regular more meaty ones anymore. Love citrus too, I live in London but am constantly ordering lemons and oranges online from Sicily in Italy. Delicious snack with dark chocolate.I also love chia pudding when it's warm outside. In winter I prefer hot porridge but I'd add 2 spoons of chia every morning.

[@tracybownes7612]

Could you please do a cruelty free skincare favourites video.

[@stella956a]

Really appreciate your balanced approach! The punch you if you tried to give me broccoli comment cracked me up - currently in my first trimester and dealing with lots of aversions to things I usually love. Will definitely be trying the batch chia pudding and hopefully lentil soup once I can eat more veggies again.

[@ahamccombs3850]

Oh my goodness that soup is SOOOO GOOD! Thanks for sharing and please share more!! Love your videos 🙂!

[@victoriaschuller5758]

I am so going to make this lentil soup! I too had a huge graving for citrus when I was pregnant. The first few months was cheese, crackers and citrus. Mid pregnancy I couldn’t get enough egg salad sandwiches, California roll and citrus. The funny thing is that before pregnancy I hated egg salad and really wasn’t a fan of California rolls either. The Japanese restaurant where I would get the rolls is on their own well. Their water is absolutely amazing! So delicious! I’m always telling them they should bottle it. So, we would go in every Friday night and they would have my roll waiting along with an ice cold pitcher of water - Nirvana for an 8 months pregnant lady in June!

[@roroh9818]

Love your what you eat in a day vlog. More please!

[@lilithdoe7043]

I make chia pudding with coconut milk. SO good esp with a tiny bit of vanilla and a ton of mango 🤤

[@Coralight04]

This sounds delicious. Commenting so that I can hopefully save this idea lol

[@ebrutuncay6181]

you are lovely Dr. Sam🥰🌷

[@Joelina456]

yay, i love these more personal insights into our favorite dermatologist´s life :-)

[@palomino5223]

Nice to see someone who is not terrified of carbs. They are so healthy for the body and I feel a lot of people are harming their health by avoiding them. Heartburn...it is said if your baby has a lot of hair at birth one gets heartburn. Did your baby have a lot of hair?

[@anitamiko9975]

I love this video! We are pregnant at the same time, and I’m a total foodie, so I love following your baby journey. Thank you for that book recommendation. I also have been craving citrus and green apples like crazy lately.

[@ashleylove7574]

These are my absolute favourite videos that you make... thank you. Can you please share the recipe for your cabbage slaw. You mentioned the ingredients, but would love the measurements so I can make it at home! Many thanks for all your hard work! Can't wait for your next video! XO

[@anitamiko9975]

I must leave another comment. I just started listening to the book you recommended and absolutely love it! Where was this in my first trimester?! Also tried the Apple & peanut butter on toasted sprouted cinnamon bread - so delicious!! Thanks again for sharing these little morsels if happiness

[@KevinhatGeburtstag]

this was the only video about eating pregnant, that i liked. no bullshit, no dieting - love it :)))

[@carolinefpurcell]

I'm 32 weeks and I crave citrus so much, I eat a clementine or two everyday and it always hits the spot.

[@tanyaemmanuel8868]

Everything looks so delicious!!

[@sulakaricats]

That Buddha bowl looks delicious I’m plant based and we have a little local family run Vietnamese place close by who make a fabulous vegan Bun Bowl using tofu….cheap fresh and its so good I could eat it everyday.

[@1075kris]

Thank you for the lovely videos. I enjoy them so much!

[@ShannOliver]

This is SO helpful - thank you!

[@ninaweinberg5008]

Does anybody else think her house is just aesthetically pleasing :)

[@jgoel3266]

Can you do a hair styling video?

[@lisacardamone6425]

I ate the same way during my first pregnancy and am continuing to do so in my second! I'm unfortunately one of those people who can't stomach coffee or broccoli (2 of my favorites) in the first trimester but I eat about 7-10 grapefruits per week (the citrus bug is real! lol) -- aversions are definitely much more common for me as well -- xox, your friendly neighborhood MICU NP :)

[@myriamschouders41]

Hello!! Thank you for this video! It’s very informative since I’m 2 months pregnant. I will follow your meal plan with fibers, plant based proteins. May I ask you how many pounds did you put on during your pregnancy with your healthy life style? And how many hours do you exercise a week while pregnant and before being pregnant? My mum always says: don’t eat twice proportions but eat twice healthier! 😉 Enjoy the rest of your pregnancy! :-)

[@Anahita3s]

Hey there, is it bad to get Pantaprotzol 20 while pregnant? Wish you the best with your pregnancy! 💕

[@DrSamEllis]

Not my area of expertise so I’d consult with your treating physician!

[@spruhasanghavi6272]

I have heard that citrus foods can cause awful acid reflux. Maybe avoid eating an orange before bed a see if that helps with reducing your acid reflux. Instead you could try to eat half of a banana or something I like to eat before bed is crack and egg up and sunny side. No carbs:) but if you like something sweet you could bake some healthy muffins . Let me know if you want a recipe or healthy cookies that I swear you will love:)

[@pama3571]

I love the look of your watch band and bracelet together. Any chance you know brands?

[@thomasanders1314]

I'm being very selective and I liked the content.

[@missk4934]

Great video! Definitely going to try the creamy lentil soup👏

[@rl8839]

I wanted anything and everything spicy! My first trimester, I had an aversion to coffee but that luckily went away!

[@erickadanczak7160]

You might like Jessica Seinfeld’s new cookbook “Vegan At Times”!!

[@debbiedeboer3393]

Love your recipes ❤️

[@pamelamaurer2076]

You look great and I get comments a lot too about not having enough protein but I try to get it from lots of veggies and nuts and cheeses. I have a salad almost every day for lunch and I load up on veggies. I am not vegan or vegetarian just trying to eat healthy as well.

[@dinikrasniqi4541]

It looks very tasteful! But 3 pieces of fruit is really not much. Fruit no longer has the vitamins as in the past. Fruit is also stored for a long time, which means that a lot of vitamin C is also lost. The reason your body craves so much citrus fruit is because of your vitamin C deficiency.

[@Myperfectshell]

The spicy garlic sauce is also my fave 🙂

[@tracybownes7612]

Can you please tell me what water bottle that is in the video, thankyou !

[@dianeleiva4091]

How do you keep the curl in your hair. Looks amazing.

[@natashat8714]

Love your content! I follow the same type of diet so I really enjoy watching your videos on food. Also love the nail polish and your bowls! Where are your bowls from? Thanks again!

[@siobhan374]

Came here to ask the same question! Those bowls are beautiful

[@Juhi30186]

Take care of yourself

[@daryllperry1460]

I will totally try the chia pudding. Yum.

[@victoria-kh6tc]

where are your bowls from??! so beautiful

[@prakashp2450]

Made the chia seed pudding, it was so good!

[@DrSamEllis]

🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@kfach388]

Great video! How many weeks along are you?

[@haute_healthy]

Plants have protein people! Love your videos. xx

[@michelleleon5922]

Love your glasses!

[@dominiquefaucheus493]

Thank you very much for the soupe recipe.... I am sure it's delicious😀💕

[@rachelwillaman]

where is that bowl from that you used to put your chia pudding in?

[@DrSamEllis]

My mother-in-law is a potter and makes all our dishes! (@anitaceramics)

[@afiqahrashid7532]

I’m currently 10 weeks pregnant with kinda severe nausea, could not keep food down my throat so much. Plain water gross me out. I just wish it would end soon! Couldn’t take it anymore 😢

[@laurenorona5861]

Love your videos! Can you post the recipe for the Thai soup?

[@veronicaivanova]

It's in the description 🙂

[@pamelamaurer2076]

I have 3 children and with my first I craved Caesar salads and got them from pizzeria Uno. One of my other kids I craved grapefruit My kids are 26,25,21 so that is why I can’t remember exactly which kid -LOL

[@beeutiaddict]

where is the bowl from where you had your chia pudding out of?

[@jackiem.259]

Genexa makes some cleaner tums if you want to try those, I also use genexa vit d, saline spray for baby 😊 I had craved sour in the 1st trimester, I had lemon on everything and in my water than green apples, than it turned sweet during my 2nd/3rd trimester so I had almond croissants weekly 😳🙄 but it’s ok, she was healthy and perfect. I also took so my prenatals and dha from Nordic naturals 👍🏽

[@patriciasheng7400]

kimchi jjigae was my go to several times a week while i was pregnant - do you save the curry and do you feel that you can eat it servals times a week? I think it would be much

[@veronicaivanova]

I am someone who cooks in bulk like Dr Ellis, so I wouldn't say it's much but everyone is different.

[@justynanawrot963]

Can ypu tell me the name of the nail polish you're wearing in this video?

[@asiyatsarbasheva2402]

we need "what I eat in a week" video :)

[@celestemorchio491]

Please do a video about vbeam laser:)

[@samr5816]

It's not fair that you look this pretty eating.... let us live Dr Sam LOL!

[@lisadeolalikar424]

How much protein does anyone guess all these foods had combined??

[@Ffazwazsofia]

What’s your peloton name!?

[@melidmgz]

I’m so curious as to why you don’t own a toaster… you’ll need one when baby starts eating toast!! 😀

[@DrSamEllis]

Haha! Didn’t prioritize fitting one on our apartment countertop. I definitely miss having one!

[@cathydiamond6573]

May I ask what pour over coffee container you used? Txs...I'm hoping to stop using kcups.

[@DrSamEllis]

Hario ☕️

[@megancasper3525]

Hope you don’t take this the wrong way but you actually look younger since stopping the Botox

[@DrSamEllis]

Could also be my face getting fuller with pregnancy too! A little weight in the face tends to make people look younger!

[@megancasper3525]

@@DrSamEllis I meant in the shape of the forehead and eye area. The shape looks different, more movement can cause more volume in the area. Hope you have a good pregnancy!

[@CAEO416]

You don’t have a toaster? Is this common in America? Please help this confused Aussie girl 🧐💕

[@DrSamEllis]

Haha not at all! We just have limited counter space in our apartment so the toaster was nixed

[@ergiergi1]

I hate leafy greens too ☹️☹️ am at week 16

[@DrSamEllis]

Ugh yes! They were my nemesis. Congrats on almost being halfway through!

[@ergiergi1]

@@DrSamEllis thank you ❤️❤️

[@samr5816]

Also I need your oralcare routine, your teeth are STUNNING. Do you still wear your retainers?

[@vishakhasingh5295]

Have you guys decided a name yet