Plant-based nutrition for busy moms
One of the biggest misconceptions about breastfeeding is that it will help you shed all of your baby weight in a matter of weeks.
While it’s true that nursing a baby does burn extra calories, many mamas are surprised to learn that losing weight while breastfeeding isn’t always an easy feat.
As a new mom, one of the things I was looking forward to the least is the postpartum hair loss that many moms report dealing with a couple of months after giving birth.
I secretly hoped I’d be one of those rare women that don’t have to deal with losing their locks. Unfortunately, that hope was short-lived!
Although losing hair is super common, especially after giving birth, it doesn’t make postpartum hair loss any easier to deal with. [Read more…] about Postpartum Hair Loss: How to Minimize It and Boost Hair Growth
Healthy eating when traveling is not always easy. Airport food, chaotic schedules and the delicious local cuisine each provide their own particular challenges.
Plus, traveling with baby in tow adds its own level of difficulty to this task!
In this article, I share five easy tips I personally rely on to continue eating well when away from home. [Read more…] about 5 Tips for Healthy Eating When Traveling with a Baby
If you’ve clicked on an article about a vegan breastfeeding diet, it must mean that your baby is almost (or perhaps already) here. How exciting!
There’s also a good chance that you’re interested in nourishing yourself and your little one through a plant-based diet.
I’m sure you’re already aware that your choice may raise some eyebrows. As a registered dietitian specializing in plant-based diets, I’m here to assure you that a well-planned vegan diet can absolutely be appropriate for all life stages. [Read more…] about Vegan Breastfeeding Diet: How to Do It Right
