As a new mom, you’ve got enough on your plate without having to worry about what you’re eating while nursing. But, let’s face it, what you put in your mouth can have a big impact on your little one. That’s why I’m here to give you the scoop on what to eat (and what to avoid) while breastfeeding. So sit back, relax, and let’s get started! Why What You Eat Matters While You’re Breastfeeding You may have heard that breastfeeding is like having a little person attached to you 24/7, but did you know that what you eat can impact your baby too? That’s right! The quality and quantity of your breast milk are directly affected by what you eat, so it’s important to make sure you’re fueling your body with all the right things. Foods to Stock Up On While Breastfeeding Leafy greens: Think spinach, kale, and all their…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. Congratulations! That baby fever that you’ve had has come to rest upon you and you FINALLY get the chance to experience the joy of being a mom for the first time or again! As you know, life can turn on a dime, meaning that you need to be prepared as possible for your little bundle of joy. Said preparation in the first twelve weeks isn’t only physical! There are mental, emotional, and financial preparations that need to be made as well. According to The Bump, here is a list of things that expectant moms need to bear in mind: How to spread the good news Finding a good ob-gyn Checking…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. As a new breastfeeding parent, one of your primary concerns is whether you have enough milk. If you don’t bottle feed your baby, it can be hard to know how much milk they’re getting. Even if things are going smoothly, you may wonder at some point whether your milk supply is satiating the demands of your baby. At times, you might suspect that your milk supply is decreasing. If you’ve been having these concerns, read on to understand your milk supply better and know what you can do to increase the supply. Signs of Decreasing Milk Supply Dehydration is one sign of decreasing milk supply. If your young one hasn’t…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. Congratulations! After a long journey, your labour of love lies in your arms, and you can’t believe that they are finally here. You’re home now and wondering if you can do this. You’re wondering if your life will ever be the same again. You’re thinking that you have to do things perfectly or you will break your baby. Your mind is racing more now than ever because this is new territory for you, especially if you’ve had only boys, only girls, or there is a big age gap between your children. It’s taking everything in you to stay awake and care for this tiny miracle. The exhaustion and sleep deprivation…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. Protein powder is an amazing tool for pregnancy, and there are much great protein shakes on the market for pregnant women. Pregnant mamas need more grams of protein per day for their growing baby bump, so I’ve put together a list of the best protein powders while pregnant. These protein powders are high-quality, safe, and full of extra nutrients for pregnancy. It is very important that you ask your doctor about any of these protein powders you are considering. Protein powders are not regulated by the FDA, so analyzing the ingredient list is going to be really important. It is also important to ask if the product is tested for…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. I talk a lot about protein powder for breastfeeding mothers, and recommend protein shakes for weight loss, but are protein powders safe during pregnancy? The short answer is yes. The more extensive answer is yes, protein powder is safe during pregnancy if you choose the right protein powder. Pregnant women need to ensure they are getting enough protein, and protein supplements like shakes are a great way to do that. However, not all protein powders are created equal, and many of them are hiding chemicals, fillers and artificial sweeteners that completely outweigh the benefits of the added protein. On the other hand, there are some amazing protein powders that offer additional…
Healing the mommy tummy is a challenge most new mothers feel overwhelmed with. Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. I know after my first, I wondered if the mommy pooch was something I just had to get used to. The deal is, that the mommy pooch is more complicated than just losing weight. Now that I’ve had four babies, I understand what the mommy pooch is, and exactly how to heal the pooch, so you can see your abs again. If you are a new mom wanting to give up on ever seeing your abs again, don’t give up yet! I have learned what works and what doesn’t work. Especially after my 4th baby. Being pregnant…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. As a mom of 4, I know a unique baby gift when I see one! With my fourth baby, I felt like I had seen everything, and I really wanted to find some new and unique items! I think every year there are new baby items that are so fun, beautiful, and unique, so here is a great gift list for 2022! Quick Tips For Buying Newborn Gifts: Find things that are helpful to mom too (bonus!) Keepsake items (personalized) are always treasured Gifts that can be nursery decor are great options Find items baby can grow into, so they last longer Always check with the new mom! Don’t be…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose the baby weight by 6 weeks safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. One of the most popular posts on this blog is about how I lost the baby weight by 6 weeks with baby number 3. That was 4 years ago, and I recently gave birth to my fourth baby just two months ago. I wasn’t sure if I was going to be able to lose the baby weight by 6 weeks again this time around because I gained a little more weight with this pregnancy. It wasn’t a whole lot more, just about 5lbs, but a lot of that was due to being pregnant during a pandemic, and being stuck at home much more than I…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. There are some amazing, new items on the market for breastfeeding mamas that seriously change the game. Prices are also staying affordable as new items it the market, so I put together a fabulous gift guide for breastfeeding mamas that is completely budget-friendly, yet screams high-end. Think beautiful carriers, wraps, bags and more that will be the perfect gift under the tree for any breastfeeding/new mommy. This is basically my wish list as a breastfeeding mama myself, so I thought I would share it here. Gift #1: A Beautiful Wrap (that’s easy to wrap!) I love the idea of a wrap, but I never want to actually wrap. But I…