PB And J Pregnancy Date Shake

Dates are such a great way to support the body in and out of pregnancy but especially in the late stages of the third trimester. Dates are a great source of iron and some say they may even help to ripen the cervix for labor and delivery support. Not only that but dates are packed with fiber and natural sugars to support energy levels (something I find beneficial in those late weeks of pregnancy).

I love adding dates to a smoothie because it makes it easy to fit them into your daily ritual. This smoothie is fiber packed to support digestion. Plus, it also contains adequate protein to support mama and baby in the third trimester.

For this smoothie, I personally love adding a combination of raspberries and strawberries but feel free to just choose one.

Because this smoothie contains an adequate amount of protein, healthy fats and carbs it works great as a meal replacement! However, if you just want to enjoy this as a light snack feel free to skip the protein powder and use half the amount of fruit.

What you need (serves 1):

3 pitted dates
1 cup frozen raspberries or strawberries (or a combination of the two)
1 tbsp flax meal
1 serving of vanilla plant based protein powder
1 tbsp nut butter like peanut butter or almond butter
8-10 oz almond milk or other plant based milk
Ice to thicken

Directions: Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a cup and enjoy!

Love this one? Then you will love my other date protein smoothie recipe here. It’s my Date And Almond Butter Chip Smoothie and it is so delicious!