Relaxation Technique: Diaphragmatic Breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing, or “belly breathing” is an important relaxation technique. It helps to increase physical and psychological feelings of relaxation. Belly breathing consists of the lungs filling fully, the belly rising, and your body receiving a full share of...
Packing Your Hospital Snack Bag
Packing up a hospital bag can be daunting! But while you’re adding your deodorant and toothbrush, make sure to grab healthy snacks for labor and immediately after delivery. Good nutrition during labor is vital! Packing your hospital snack bag doesn’t have to be...
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...Recent Posts
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Affirmations that Actually Work
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