Does anyone take any tonics during their pregnancy? Eg, can we take Essence of chicken? How many times per week? If so, what other tonics are recommended? I've been taking bird's nest, just wonder if there's other things to help baby & mum to stay strong & healthy. Thx!

My TCM physician recommended home made chicken essence instead of the store bought one which is better nutritional value. Chicken essence and bird nest eat on alternate week from second trimester onwards. 3rd trimester can just have bird nest, no need the chicken essence - otherwise too hearty. Other foods in moderation, sleep a lot :) that was what I did, never sick, baby good weight and fair :)