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Why Vitamin B12 Matters in Early Pregnancy: A New Study Reveals Long-Term Brain Benefits for Baby
If you’re newly pregnant — or planning to be — chances are you’ve started looking into all the right nutrients to support a healthy pregnancy. One vitamin that often flies under the radar? Vitamin B12. But new research is giving us even more reason to pay attention to this powerhouse nutrient, especially in early pregnancy.
Vitamin A & Breast Health: Why This Nutrient Deserves More Attention
When it comes to nutrition during pregnancy, postpartum, and breastfeeding, there’s one nutrient that often flies under the radar—vitamin A. It doesn’t get the same buzz as folate or iron, but it plays a vital role in maternal and infant health, especially when it comes to breast development, lactation, and milk quality.
Iron and Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Iron plays a vital role during pregnancy. As your body works to support your growing baby, your need for this essential mineral increases. Understanding how iron works, where to find it, and how to absorb it more effectively can help you feel more energized, support your baby's development, and reduce the risk of complications.
Why Iodine Is So Important During Pregnancy (and How to Get Enough)
Why iodine is so crucial during pregnancy, and how to get enough in your diet.
Vitamin K 101: Understanding + Informed Consent
What’s the deal with the vitamin K injection? In this blog post, we break down the ingredients, the risks, and why you may want to leave baby the way God intended.
Cozy Up with This Nourishing Beet Soup: The Perfect Recipe for Soup Season!
Soup season is officially here, and there’s no better time to cozy up with a bowl of vibrant, nourishing goodness. If you’re looking to fuel your body with nutrient-dense ingredients while still enjoying the comforting warmth of a bowl of soup, this creamy beet soup is just what you need.
Ancestral Blend Lettuce Wrap Burgers. Perfect for Summer Grill Outs!
Looking for a nutrient-packed meal that's perfect from preconception to postpartum, and even for baby-led weaning? Try these Organ Meat Burgers Lettuce Wraps! Rich in essential vitamins and minerals, organ meats are a powerhouse of nutrition that supports fertility, pregnancy health, postpartum recovery, and infant development.
The Benefits of Baby Probiotics and How to Choose One
As parents, ensuring the health and well-being of our little ones is always a top priority. One emerging trend in infant care is the use of baby probiotics. These tiny but powerful supplements can offer a multitude of benefits, from boosting digestion to enhancing immune function. In this post, we’ll explore why baby probiotics might be worth considering for your infant.
Nourishing Ginger Chicken Congee for Postpartum
Congee, a traditional rice porridge, is a comforting and easily digestible dish perfect for postpartum recovery. It provides warmth, hydration, and vital nutrients, aiding in healing and replenishing the body after childbirth.
Navigating Restless Leg Syndrome Naturally During Pregnancy
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a common issue that many pregnant women face, often leading to discomfort and disrupted sleep. The condition is characterized by an uncontrollable urge to move the legs, usually due to unpleasant sensations. RLS during pregnancy often manifests as tingling, crawling, or aching sensations in the legs, typically worse in the evening or at night.
Guilt-Free Sides for July 4th Including The Best Veggie-Packed Potato Salad!
Summer is here, and with it comes a flurry of invitations to cookouts, barbecues, and parties—especially with July 4th just around the corner! Whether you’re on a ketogenic, paleo, vegan, vegetarian, or metabolic diet, we have three potluck dishes that everyone will love.
A Grain-Free, Dairy-Free, Sugar-Free Smash Cake for a Happy First Birthday
The first birthday is a milestone that brings big celebration, and no birthday would be complete without that first bite of birthday cake. But what if you're concerned about introducing sugars and grains to your baby’s diet? A grain-free, dairy-free, and sugar-free smash cake can be the perfect solution!
Maximizing Your Chances of Conception with Inito and Other Tracking Methods
Trying to conceive can be an exciting yet challenging journey. Understanding your body’s natural fertility signals through basal body temperature (BBT) tracking and ovulation strips can significantly enhance your chances of success. Integrating advanced devices like the Inito fertility tracker can further streamline this process.
Postpartum Hair Loss
What It Is and What Can We Do About It?
Congratulations on welcoming a new life into the world! Amid the joys of motherhood, many women face the unexpected challenge of postpartum hair loss. Let’s delve into what this is, why it happens, how long it lasts, and explore holistic ways to manage it.
Paleo Superfood Burgers
This recipe is high in protein and meats containing essential fats, making it a perfect meal for you and your growing babe. It focuses on some of our highlight nutrients for the month making it perfect for those first few weeks of pregnancy.
Avocado Lime Shrimp with Coconut Rice
This is one of the easiest and most flavorful meals you'll ever make. Wild-caught shrimp are an excellent source of zinc and paired with healthy fats such as avocado and full-fat coconut milk, as well as vitamin C-rich bell peppers, make for a healthy meal for this month.
Tomato and Shallot Roasted Salmon with Brussels Sprouts and Purple Potatoes
This recipe is high in protein, vitamins and healthy fats, making it a perfect meal for you and your growing babe. It focuses on some of our highlight nutrients for the month making it perfect for these few weeks of pregnancy.
One Pan Apricot Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables
A hearty, healthy, and easy-to-make skillet dinner with under 325 calories and 30g of protein per serving! The root vegetables are a great source of one of our nutrients for this month– vitamin A.
“Grains” and Greens Breakfast Bowl
Sautéed spinach and kale wilt in the heat as red pepper flakes flare up for a kick in this breakfast bowl Cauliflower rice fills you up without the carbs, while eggs bring the protein, choline and zinc for our nutrients of the month.
Steak Tips with Warm Wilted Spinach
This scrumptious salad is a perfect choice for brunch, lunch, or dinner since it takes less than 30 minutes to make. Plus, it’s packed with nutrition from grass-fed steak and antioxidant-rich spinach. We think you’ll want to keep this recipe handy — it’s sure to become a go-to!