Whether planned or a happy surprise, pregnancy brings big changes for your cat -and for you! The good news? You don’t need to change her diet.
Marro welcomes all Queens-to-be with meals that naturally meet their special nutritional needs.
Marro’s fresh food contains 85–90% meat and exceeds FEDIAF guidelines, ensuring it supports both pregnant and lactating cats with the right balance of protein, calcium, and nutrients.
HOW MUCH TO FEED HER
Expect her appetite to increase - she’ll need 25–50% more calories than usual.
To keep her comfortable as her pregnancy progresses:
Offer smaller, more frequent meals (her stomach space decreases as kittens grow).
We can help calculate her ideal portion size - just reach out to us if you’d like a hand.
You may also choose to mix in high-calorie kitten food for additional energy and support.
AFTER THE KITTENS ARRIVE
Once she gives birth, allow for ad-lib feeding (free feeding). Nursing is energy-intensive, and she’ll need to eat often while caring for her kittens.
To make things easier for her:
Keep fresh Marro meals available during mealtimes.
Supplement with a high-quality dry kibble she can snack on between feeds.
Maintain a protein- and calcium-rich diet to support healthy milk production.
WHEN THE KITTENS START WEANING
Before you know it, the kittens will be ready to start eating on their own.
Marro is an excellent choice for weaning - it’s soft, nutrient-dense, and packed with the same quality ingredients Mum loves.
You can read more about introducing kittens to Marro in our Kittens article here.
CHECKING IN WITH YOUR VET
Every pregnancy is unique. We recommend keeping your vet informed about your Queen’s diet throughout her pregnancy and while nursing. Regular check-ins help ensure her nutrition continues to meet her changing needs and supports a healthy litter.
NUTRITION DURING PREGNANCY
A cat’s pregnancy lasts just over two months, and during this time her body works overtime- she’s growing kittens, after all.
Her nutritional needs are similar to a growing kitten’s:
High protein for tissue and muscle development.
Extra calcium to help form strong, healthy bones in her kittens.
Balanced fats and vitamins to support her immune system and overall strength.
Marro’s composition naturally provides these essential nutrients to keep both mum and her growing kittens healthy.
NEED A HELPING HAND?
Our friendly Customer Love Team is always happy to help with portion sizes, recipe advice, or any questions about feeding your pregnant cat. We know how daunting it can be when there's such big changes on the horizon.
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We’re here to make sure both Queen and kittens get the royal treatment they deserve.
We recommend always keeping your vet in the loop about your queens diet during pregnancy and during lactation. Regular check-ins will help ensure her diet aligns with her changing health requirements.