When it comes to pregnancy, arguably the most commonly discussed nutrient is folate. Almost all medical professionals will recommend a supplement of this nutrient prior to and during pregnancy because it’s known to help reduce the risk of neural tube defects (which can impact baby’s … continue reading
I’m always looking for easy snacks to carry with me on-the-go, whether it’s running errands or out on a hike. Trail mix might be a classic for hiking snacks, but I often find the store bought versions have more dried fruit than I’d like (way … continue reading
When my readers asked me to write about starting solids, I wanted to focus on nutrient dense real food for babies wherein I explain the rationale for starting with minimally processed real food. You can read that in-depth article here. As I started writing, I … continue reading
Are you a mama or parent who’s a fan of real food? Is your baby nearing the age where you’re thinking about starting solids? Are you wondering what the best first foods for baby might be? Do you question the norm of starting solids with … continue reading
Postpartum recovery is not linear. As much as we want it to be, it doesn’t always work that way! As I live through my second postpartum recovery, I’m finding myself comparing the experience to my first. What’s different, what’s the same? How has my level … continue reading
One of my go-to hobbies when I have a few minutes is to browse the new research on prenatal nutrition. As I’ve said many times before, this field of study is constantly evolving, so in order to bring you the most up-to-date information on eating … continue reading
When you’re pregnant, especially if it’s your first child, it’s common to focus most of your attention on your self care, nutrition, and birth planning. What doesn’t necessarily get enough attention is planning for postpartum recovery. I was certainly guilty of this with my first … continue reading
Are you pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant? If you’re health conscious, there’s a good chance you’ve read up on foods and supplements to optimize your health in pregnancy, but have you thought about exposure to toxins? It turns out that there are numerous toxins … continue reading
Breastfeeding nutrition is a topic I get a lot of questions about, and yet this is a topic that many are afraid to discuss, especially when it comes to how a mother’s nutrient intake/status might affect the nutrient content of her breast milk. But so … continue reading
I never intended to write about intermittent fasting and pregnancy. And yet, here I am. In the past few months, I’ve been asked about intermittent fasting and pregnancy more times than I can count and it’s time to address this topic head on. First off, … continue reading
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