Related to calcium – and just as important – is vitamin D. It is essential in the diet to promote absorption of the calcium you consume and for the formation of your baby's bones in utero. Your body will make all the vitamin D that you need with adequate sun exposure (one hour, three to four times per week), but since your needs during pregnancy double, it's safer to make sure you have a dietary source of this nutrient. Vegetarian sources include egg yolks, fortified dairy products and many soy and rice milks.

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