Week 26: Your baby’s hearing has fully developed

Did you hear? This week your baby's hearing fully develops. Time to start speaking to your ever growing belly. Your baby will respond to stimulus from the real world, so dance, sing, talk lovingly to your partner, yourself and your bump. These happy activities and messages will make your baby feel safe and help you bond with your unborn child. 

Essential Nutrients this Week: Fibre, Vitamin A, Essential fatty acids, Vitamin C, Zinc

Food of the Week: Apples

‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away.’ Apples are cheap, low GI, full of fibre and can be enjoyed as a snack, added to your bowl of muesli, and even mixed into salads. Buy spray-free or organic apples and remember to leave the skin on as that’s where the majority of the fibre and vitamins reside. A large apple with the skin has 5.4g of fibre, 30g of healthy carbs, 240g of potassium, 7mcg of vitamin A, 10.3mg of vitamin C, and nearly 5mcg of vitamin K1. 

Recipes of the Week

Bircher Muesli

This fresh and zesty muesli is deliciously gluten and dairy free. Make a big batch at the start of the week and enjoy a quick and easy, and nutritious breakfast on those mornings when you need to rush out the door.

Green Bean Chickpea Apple Salad

We love adding apples to salads. In this recipe, Jacqueline Alwill, Accredited Nutritional Medicine Practitioner, has paired fresh green apple with crispy green beans, chickpeas and a creamy yoghurt dressing. The combo is sublime and super nourishing for you and your baby.

Carrot and Apple Muffins

These carrot and apple muffins are so moist and so scrummy. Yet, so healthy. They’re perfect with a cup of herbal tea for morning or afternoon tea. A wonderful pregnancy snack. Enjoy.

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