The nine months of pregnancy — and even the time leading up to conception — are critically important to the health of the developing fetus and the mom who is carrying them. While many things can feel out of your control during this time, two things you can manage are your nutrition and fitness.

Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT, shares the influence that eating and exercise habits have on a pregnancy, how an individual's needs change in these areas during this time, and which efforts to prioritize to support the health of both mom and baby.

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The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program.