THE BLOG
Fueling Your Pregnancy & Postpartum Journey with Expert Insights, Practical Tips, and Delicious Recipes
I'm breaking down the research behind nutrition to make it feel positive and actionable (instead of unrealistic!) Whether you're a mom-to-be, a new mom, or a professional serving pregnant/postpartum clients, this blog is for you.
Here's How Much Fibre you need in Pregnancy (and how to get it)
Here’s how much fibre you need and why getting in enough can be so helpful to feeling good, supporting your body, and even lowering your risk of serious complications. Learn the easiest ways to boost your fibre with simple high fibre foods and and easy pregnancy meal and snack ideas.
Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Protein Muffins
These healthy pumpkin muffins have 6g of protein each (plus awesome fibre and good fats!) but taste like a seasonal sweet treat you’d get at a coffee shop while you look out at the turning leaves and autumn decor on the front stoop.
Slow Cooker Cauliflower and Sweet Potato Soup
This Slow Cooker Sweet Potato and Cauliflower soup is the perfect nutrient dense warming recipe for pregnancy or postpartum (for freezer prep or real life with a baby!). With just 10 minutes of hands-on time needed, you’ll get a hearty dose of the nutrients you need most.
Nourishing Your Body After Miscarriage
Learn how to nourish your body after a miscarriage for healing, pain management, uterine recovery, and to support your physical, mental, and emotional health.
Golden Milk Latte
Learn how to make an anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant rich Golden Milk Latte with the healing spices turmeric and ginger and get the scoop on why this drink is so supportive for you during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum.
The Safest Cookware for Pregnancy and Beyond
Learn why the cookware you use in your kitchen matters for your pregnancy health, and what the research is showing about why PFAS chemicals are so harmful during this time. Get recommendations on safe cookware choices, and learn how to get started replacing items in your pregnancy kitchen.
Preggo Protein Pancakes Recipe
For pregnancy and postpartum, it's all about finding delicious recipes that are fast to make, and help you meet your heightened nutrient needs! This Preggo Protein Pancake is the perfect pancake recipe that's easy to make, easy to freeze, and helps you get in more protein!
Should You Avoid Cold Foods During Postpartum?
Is advice to avoid cold foods in postpartum evidence-based? Learn about why warm foods are often recommended and what the research really shows about cold foods during postpartum. Plus, get practical ideas for finding balance and making nutrition more realistic for the realities of postpartum life.
Post-Birth Constipation: Why it Happens and What to do
If you’re having a baby soon and are stressed about your first postpartum poop, are nervous about getting constipated during the healing phase (yikes!), or are dealing with postpartum constipation right now - you’re not alone, and there are simple strategies you can follow to find relief, or lower the liklihood that you’ll struggle with uncomfortable postpartum constipation!
Overnight Flax + Chia Pudding Recipe
This Overnight Flax + Chia Pudding from my cookbook is a nutritious and versatile option for across all stages of the perinatal period—preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. This pudding not only serves as a convenient and tasty breakfast but also provides essential nutrients that support overall health and well-being. With chia seeds and flaxseeds offering omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and plant-based protein, it's an excellent choice for energizing your day!
THE RECIPES YOU NEED IN YOUR KITCHEN
Searching for simple, nutritious recipes for pregnancy? Check out The Food Doula Cookbook!
My award-winning collection of easy-to-cook recipes for pregnancy and postpartum, plus real-life advice on nutrition.