Meat, poultry, fish, eggs and beans

Foods in this group have plenty of protein, as well as B vitamins and iron. Protein is crucial for your baby's growth.

What to eat: Try whole-wheat toast with peanut butter for breakfast. Eat a scrambled egg or an omelet for lunch. Serve a salmon fillet for dinner. Add chickpeas or black beans to your salad. Snack on soy nuts.

If your traditional sources of protein no longer appeal to you, experiment with other options. Fish is an excellent source of protein as well as omega-3 fatty acids, which can promote your baby's brain development. Avoid fish that's potentially high in mercury, however, including swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish and shark.