As a new mom, you might be experiencing some unusual cravings that you never had before. You’re not alone! Postpartum cravings are a common experience for many women after giving birth, and there are a number of reasons why they happen. Step 1: Hormonal changes Hormones play a big role in postpartum cravings. During pregnancy, hormones like progesterone and estrogen increase, and after giving birth, they can drop suddenly, causing cravings. Hormonal changes can also impact your mood, which can lead to emotional eating and cravings for comfort foods. Step 2: Nutrient deficiencies After giving birth, your body may be depleted of certain nutrients, such as iron and calcium, which can cause cravings. Some women may also experience a drop in blood sugar levels, leading to cravings for sugary or high-carb foods. Step 3: Lack of sleep As a new mom, getting enough sleep can be a challenge, and lack…
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. These pumpkin protein lactation bars will seriously curb your cravings for all things pumpkin, as well as boost your milk supply! There is a secret weapon in these bars, which I will go over that includes a lactation blend of ingredients that are all known to increase lactation. These bars are also healthy, low carb, and delicious, so if you are trying to lose the baby weight, and struggling with sugar cravings, these will help! In my program, I teach mamas how to eat while breastfeeding to lose weight, and sugar cravings are one of the hardest challenges to eating healthy while breastfeeding. Basically, sugar cravings happen when we crave…
This is a FREE 10-day reset program (sign up above!) for postpartum mamas to combat postnatal depletion, renew their energy, heal after baby, increase milk supply and lose weight. And if you want to do this together, with other mamas, we are doing challenges over on Instagram, so follow me there to make sure you can do it with us! NEXT CHALLENGE STARTS NOV. 2! JOIN US AND LET ME KNOW ON INSTAGRAM THAT YOU ARE! By signing up below, you will receive the program via email to download, and I will also send you details on the challenge via email too. The winner of this challenge gets $100 plus some freebies I will throw in 🙂 View this post on Instagram 🎉🎉🎉We have a winner!!! She lost 12lbs in 10 days on the Free…
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 powders are safe while breastfeeding, and they can be a big help in maintaining milk supply while losing the baby’s weight. I put together a list of the top 4 protein powders I’ve found for breastfeeding mamas, which are clean, safe, and full of amazing nutrients that will benefit your breast milk supply, as well as nourish your body and help you lose weight. I personally LOVE a protein shake, and protein shakes made with high-quality protein powders are a major part of my breastfeeding diet plan for postpartum mamas because of all the nutrients you can jam-pack into a blender, and drink. Because you can get a lot…
Keeping both you and your baby healthy while breastfeeding requires a proper meal plan and some guidance. Some of our best freezer meals for postpartum weight loss while keeping your milk supply are in these programs! If you would like a step-by-step program to help you lose weight safely, check out all our courses, programs, challenges, & recipe book. Preparing and making freezer meals as a pregnant or new mama is so helpful for postpartum weight loss! As a new baby arrives, things get hectic. Life happens, family visits, nights turn into days, and before you know it, you’ve been eating Cheetos and Eggo waffles for a week. Preparing some yummy, healthy freezer meals before the baby arrives can really set you up for success in losing the baby’s weight, as well as keeping up your milk supply. In our programs, we focus on nutrition as the main priority in…
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. Smoothies are a great tool for boosting milk supply, as well as giving your body the nutrients it needs to heal and repair after a baby. There is so much happening during the 4th trimester, and your body will be so happy you’ve given it all the nutrients it needs! My ebook of postpartum recipes for milk supply and weight loss has smoothie recipes for you, and I LOVE sharing my smoothies on Instagram. I have found smoothies to be so helpful both during pregnancy and postpartum. I use them as snacks for meal replacements, and as a quick and delicious way to get in a lot of nutrients. 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. Eating well while breastfeeding isn’t always easy with cravings, hormonal changes, lack of sleep, and a new baby. Breastfeeding nutrition can also seem complicated with the fear of losing the milk supply. As a Pre/Post Natal Fitness Specialist and creator of a very unique breastfeeding diet plan that is specifically made for breastfeeding mamas to lose weight, I KNOW eating healthy after a baby can be hard. Really hard. But, I created this guide to help you understand how to eat well for both you and your new baby. A healthy breastfeeding diet plan nourishes baby and mama at the same time: Eating well and nourishing your body means that…
5 safe and easy steps to lose weight by 6 weeks postpartum: 1. Focus on Healthy, Whole-Food Carbohydrates: Replacing processed carbohydrates with whole-food, natural carbohydrates will help you make a lot of progress with your weight loss immediately. Some carbohydrates that are wonderful sources for healing postpartum, as well as milk supply include: sweet potatoes oatmeal berries quinoa brown rice (in moderation) nuts + seeds beans This is a simple list, but by focusing on what you like on this list, and filling up on these foods, you will be filling up on fiber and nutrients. This makes you feel full…which really helps with breastfeeding hunger. Breastfeeding hunger comes from a greater need for nutrients, not necessarily calories. Your body is burning slightly more calories, but it really needs nutrients. Simply replacing processed carbohydrates with carbohydrates from my list above will keep your blood sugar stable, help you feel full…
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. Boobie Body and Milk Dust are both breastfeeding protein powders on the market for new mommies. Choosing between Boobie Body and Milk Dust can be a difficult choice if you aren’t sure about the difference in nutrient value, lactation power, and taste. I thought it would be super helpful if I went over some of those for you, so you can make the best decision for YOU! I think it is important to note that I don’t think Boobie Body is a competitor in any way to my Milk Dust. I don’t think there is one product that is best for everybody, and it is wonderful for breastfeeding mamas to…