Can You Eat Pichi Pichi During Pregnancy? What Moms Should Know

Can You Eat pichi-pichi During Pregnancy?

Pichi-Pichi is a delightful Filipino dessert made from cassava, sugar, and coconut. While it's a sweet joy, it's best consumed in moderation because of the sugar content. A small portion won't hurt, but let's keep it as an occasional treat to maintain healthy blood sugar levels for us both! 😊

By Shubhra Mishra — a mom of two who turned her own confusion during pregnancy into BumpBites, a global mission to make food choices clear, safe, and stress-free for every expecting mother. 💛

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Imagine a soft, chewy delight that seems to dance on your taste buds—a platter of freshly made pichi-pichi. This Filipino delicacy, made of cassava,

Understanding the Sweet Treat

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition Facts
Nutrition	Per Piece
	120 kcal
	1 g
	28 g
	2 g
	18 g

👶 Baby says: Oh, mommy, this sweet treat makes me so happy! Just a little, okay? Too much

🧠 Mother says: Pichi-Pichi is a delightful Filipino dessert made from cassava,

Safety Status: Limit

During pregnancy, it's essential to be mindful of your

Recommended Limit

It's advisable to limit your consumption of pichi-pichi to 1-2 pieces per day to keep your blood

FAQs

Can consuming too much pichi-pichi affect my pregnancy?

Yes, because pichi-pichi is high in

Are there any alternative treats to pichi-pichi during pregnancy?

Yes, you can explore healthier options like fruits or low-

🥗 Nutrition Facts

quantity

1 piece

calories

120 kcal

protein

1 g

carbohydrates

28 g

fats

2 g

sugar

18 g

limit Per Day

1-2 pieces

About the Author

When Shubhra Mishra was expecting her first child in 2016, she was overwhelmed by conflicting food advice — one site said yes, another said never. By the time her second baby arrived in 2019, she realized millions of mothers face the same confusion.

That sparked a five-year journey through clinical nutrition papers, cultural diets, and expert conversations — all leading to BumpBites: a calm, compassionate space where science meets everyday motherhood.

Her long-term vision is to build a global community ensuring safe, supported, and free deliveriesfor every mother — because no woman should face pregnancy alone or uninformed. 🌿

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