Pregnancy: Surviving the First Trimester
Part 1: Understanding what occurs during the 1st trimester The 1st trimester is a time of radical growth and transformation for both mom and baby. Within the first 13 weeks of conception, baby’s major organs and systems have been formed and the heart is beating. The...
Pregnancy and Supplement Powders
A lot of my pregnant nutrition coaching clients want to know if they can keep taking their training supplements like pre-workouts, BCAAs, creatine, and highly branched cyclic dextrin. My thoughts on this are always 2 fold: 1. Do the benefits outweigh the risks? 2. Is...
Fermented Foods During Pregnancy
Fermented foods, or those that have naturally undergone bacterial fermentation, are rich in probiotics. Probiotics, the healthy bacteria that live in your gut, offer nutrition benefits including improved digestion and reduced skin issues. Therefore, these foods are...
Mix and Match Macros
Ever play with those dress up cardboard dolls? You know, the ones where you mix and match shirts and skirts, creating different outfit combinations based on your mood? What if you treated your macros the same way? Enter mix and match macros! Figuring out how to meet...
Knowing Your Prenatal Options: Medical Providers
Pregnancy is incredibly exciting, but it can also be overwhelming when it comes to knowing your medical options. The amount of information available when it comes to prenatal care can be all consuming. One of the best ways to combat feeling lost or anxious is to find...
Fueling for Labor
Labor is one of the most physically demanding events you’ll experience, and the body should be fueled accordingly. Some clients often think there isn't much they can do to better support their energy levels or help prevent nausea. However there are choices you can...