Almonds are safe for pregnant women if taken in moderation. Excessive intake of raw almonds has been linked in some reports to premature delivery. The fibre in nuts is essential for proper digestion while Vitamin E keeps skin and hair healthy. Other nutrients in almonds are required for proper brain functioning as well as maintaining the nervous system.

As there are so many nutrients packed into an almond, it's an ideal food to have while you recover after childbirth. It is generally considered safe for women with no history of food allergies to eat common allergens such as nuts.

It is generally considered safe for women with no history of food allergies to eat common allergens such as nuts. Almonds when consumed fresh help in breast milk production. They can greatly enhance brain development and protect against heart disease for your newborn through the consumption of your breastmilk.

Almonds are not suitable for babies under the age of 11 months.