#42 Second Trimester Pregnancy: What to Expect & the Essential Brain-Building Nutrients No One Is Talking About (Pregnancy 101: A mini series)

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The Bean Talk - Episode 42: Second Trimester Pregnancy: What to Expect & the Essential Brain-Building Nutrients No One Is Talking About (Pregnancy 101: A mini series) In Part 2 of our Pregnancy 101 mini series, Riannon and Jeremy break down what really happens during the second trimester of pregnancy and why this stage is about far more than simply "feeling better." They explore what to expect in the second trimester, including common symptoms, baby development, placenta function, and the physical and emotional shifts many women experience between weeks 13–27. This episode also takes a deeper look at second trimester nutrition and highlights a critical brain-building nutrient that plays a major role in baby's development, yet remains widely overlooked in conventional pregnancy care. This episode is for you if you want to understand what is happening in your body, how your baby is developing, and how to support both of you through the second trimester with clarity and confidence. In this episode, we cover: * What happens in pregnancy during the second trimester (weeks 13–27) * Common second trimester pregnancy symptoms and body changes * Second trimester baby development and when you feel baby kick * Placenta function during pregnancy and why it matters for growth * What to expect in the second trimester physically and emotionally * Second trimester nutrition and how nutrient needs increase * The overlooked role of brain-building nutrients in pregnancy * Why conventional pregnancy care often misses key nutritional support * How to support energy, movement, posture, and sleep in trimester two * Preparing your body for the third trimester with nourishment and confidence If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like: * Episode 25: Say Goodbye to Iron Deficiency * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Dp6C4yzi0PXw27etoHUBN?si=89b834452d9049b4] * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/25-say-goodbye-to-iron-deficiency/id1759674032?i=1000710768537] * Episode 18: Baby Brain & Brain Fog: What's Really Going On * Listen on Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/episode/5ytpQKoUf9CvIbmzDGj4HM?si=b081161a34574a00] * Listen on Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/18-baby-brain-brain-fog-whats-really-going-on/id1759674032?i=1000695329654] Connect with us on Instagram & TikTok @mungbean_health Visit mungbeanhealth.com [http://mungbeanhealth.com/] for expert naturopathic support The information shared in this episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended to replace medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before starting, changing, or stopping any supplements, medications, or health protocols to ensure they are appropriate for your individual needs.