Iron is an important nutrient during pregnancy. The baby needs iron to develop muscles, red blood cells and blood vessels. Many women have a diet that is lacking in iron. Iron deficiency anemia is a common complication among pregnant women. Include iron rich foods in your diet to help be sure you are getting enough of this critical nutrient. Meats such as beef and lamb contain the highest amount of iron. It is found in smaller amounts in other meats, such as chicken. Vegetarian mothers should include non meat sources of food that are high in iron, such as green … Continue reading →