Actually, I didn't mention "upping calories" ... but I did state it's important to ensure that your caloric intake doesn't drop too low You need to stay above (your metabolic threshold + 200 to 300 calories for baby). Metabolic threshold refers to the level at which your body will slow its metabolism (ie, starvation mode) in response to decreased energy coming in. It's different from person to person of course, but averages 1200 calories per day for women. So, you don't want to ever go below 1400 - 1500 calories a day during pregnancy for an extended period of time.

Kitten, you might be encouraged to read these articles written by Valerie Berkowitz ... she's one of the nutrition directors at the Atkins Center, and she followed maintenance level of carbs (70 - 90g per day) through her pregnancy .. with twins

• A Mother-to-Be Does Atkins .. includes a sample menu

• Vitanutrients for Pregnancy .. which isn't just about supplements. She also discusses proteins, fats and other nutrients.

Maybe there's some inspiration and ideas there for you


Doreen