The Perfect Pick Me Up!

Eating lots of greenery is great for you and baby, and this soup is surely going to put a big tick in that folate and iron box. Green vegetables are also a really good source of vitamin E, which will do wonders for your skin and could even help prevent stretch marks. It’s really important to remember, however, that all nutrients and vitamins are very precious and can easily be destroyed by overcooking, so quick cooking and eating al dente is always advised.

I try to add extra goodness wherever I can in my recipes. In this dish, iron, folate and potassium from the pistachios will all lead the way towards a healthy pregnancy. Magnesium in the rice is essential to help baby form healthy bones and muscles. In addition, good levels of vitamin B12, found in lamb, are linked with improved mood and lower anxiety.