Calcium helps build strong bones and teeth. The fetus will absorb what it needs from the supply you use to keep your bones and muscles strong. That s why you need to take extra calcium when you are pregnant. You can also get calcium in dairy foods like milk, cheese, and yogurt. There s also lots of it in green leafy vegetables, sardines, and salmon.
Milk has lots of protein and calcium.
Drink four or five glasses a day. It can give you the protein, calcium, and extra calories you need. Add flavoring if you don t like the taste. Try milk with reduced lactose if you have trouble digesting regular milk. Or use a digestive aid that has lactase in it.