Prenatal Nutrition
Why Nutrition Matters During Pregnany
Pregnancy can be a wonderfully exciting journey, combined with anticipation and preparations for the future family life ahead. Most importantly, it's a period where ensuring the correct nutrition for both the mother and baby.
From pregnancy, seeds of a baby’s health are sown and the foundation for their health is laid.
I am passionate about telling every expectant mum about the importance of nutrition during the first 1000 days of a child’s life, from pregnancy to their second birthday. Significantly shaping their baby’s future health, including their gut, immune system, and neurodevelopment.
I regularly drop into early pregnancy and antenatal classes to talk to expectant mums.
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Many women face health challenges during pregnancy, such as morning sickness and gestational diabetes.
Cutting out favourite foods, suffering aversions to food, no appetite, sickness and reflux, at times it can be challenging, eating a nutritious diet. I can share simple recipe ideas packed with nutrients key for a baby’s development a longside suitable food supplements.
You might not have any health concerns, no needs to book a program, Nourish MOT is perfect for you. Guidance on how you can improve your diet so its packed with essential nutrients to support you and your baby through birth and postnatal recovery.
I am here to support you nutritionally throughout this new adventure.
There is an abundance of advice that can be overwhelming and confusing. Your primary desire during pregnancy is to enjoy it and stay calm.
You know the basics of healthy eating but are uncertain about the specific nutrients needed for your baby's brain development.
I can help you with the following:-
Pre-existing gut issues, such as bloating or constipation: must be addressed during early pregnancy, to reduce the risk of constipation worsening as your pregnancy progresses. A healthy gut for mum encourages the development of a healthy gut and immune system for baby.
Children’s food preferences can develop in the womb: evidence suggests that a healthy maternal diet can impact the weaning experience and influence your child's future food preferences. More likely to develop a preference for bitter and sour flavours, potentially reducing the preference of sweet and salty flavours during weaning.
Weaning may seem distant, but there's an opportunity to make it enjoyable and straightforward by taking action now.
Balance blood sugar: I never recommend avoiding sweet treats but it's important to limit blood sugar spikes, this reduces the risk of morning sickness and gestational diabetes. Eating sugary treats or white carbs alongside protein and healthy fats can reduce blood sugar spikes, which I can help with if you have a sweet tooth.
I strongly believe that a personalised nutritional program during pregnancy can offer your baby the best possible start in life. It can enhance your health during pregnancy, boost your energy levels, and aid in post-birth recovery.
If you are keen to learn more, you can either book a discovery call or sign up for The Village Midwife, early pregnancy workshop, where I join Sophie, a midwife and Chrissie Edley, women’s health physiotherapist.
Enrolling in one of my programs can alleviate stress and uncertainty, offering reassurance and confidence in making the best food choices for your child's journey to Grow, Learn, and Thrive.