Nutrition
Chia pudding – pregnancy/ postpartum breakfast & snack
I am often asked by many pregnant and postpartum women – what can I have for breakfast that is easy and nutritious ? Chia seed pudding is perfect (and so are eggs…more on them here). Fabulous chia seeds Chia seeds are unique as they have an ideal balance of soluble and insoluble fibre – meaning…
Read MoreNutrient packed Pad Thai for Pregnancy Postpartum
This nutrient packed Pad Thai recipe is a fabulous meal for during pregnancy or postpartum. It is a staple in our house as it is easy to make, a healthy alternative to take-away and the whole family loves it ! This recipe is great to re-heat for lunch the next day, if pregnant just remember…
Read MoreThe benefits of sourdough bread – pregnancy postpartum
Authentic sourdough bread has amazing health benefits. Many people avoid bread and often for good reasons, as today most supermarket breads are highly processed and packed with artificial additives. Traditional sourdough however is made by one of the most traditional forms of grain fermentation – dating back to ancient Egypt and has numerous health benefits.…
Read MoreQuinoa Egg and Veggie Salad – pregnancy postpartum meal
This nutrient dense quinoa egg and veggie salad an easy pregnancy postpartum nutritious meal. It is relatively simple to make and is fabulous the next day to take for lunch especially if you are pregnant ! Recipe for Nutrient dense Pregnancy Postpartum Quinoa Salad Ingredients : 1 C quinoa 2 C water 2 tsp olive…
Read MoreEggs are a Pregnancy Postpartum SUPERFOOD
Eggs are fabulous superfood for both during and after pregnancy. They are a convenient source of protein and also packed with essential vitamins and minerals that are commonly lacking in many women’s pregnancy and postpartum diet. Forget cholesterol concerns and learn about Choline in eggs Choline is found in egg yolks and has the same…
Read MoreWhat is healthy pregnancy weight gain ?
Are you concerned about pregnancy weight gain and how many calories you should be eating during and after pregnancy ? As a Pregnancy and Post Natal Exercise Coach I am often asked the following questions ….“How much weight should I gain during pregnancy ?”, “What should my calorie intake be now that I am pregnant ?”…
Read MoreFestive Bliss Balls – Recipe
This bliss ball recipe is an easy NO BACK fun festive treat for all the family. My favourite homemade chia cacao protein bliss balls are simple dipped in white chocolate then topped with an organic sugar-free cranberry and our home grown mint leaves. Ingredients 110 grams raw almonds 110 grams pitted dates 45 grams coconut…
Read MoreProtein : essential for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum journey
Protein is an essential macronutrient for a healthy pregnancy and postpartum journey. As getting enough protein in your diet is one of the most powerful ways to keep all cells in your body happy and healthy. This includes the millions of cells that are used to grow a baby and produce breast milk. Most women…
Read More5 reasons to avoid DIET DRINKS during Pregnancy
Did you know ? Drinking one diet drink a a day can triple your risk of dementia and strokes. Plus a recent study found that daily diet soda consumption increased women’s risk of delivering a high birth weight baby by 60 per cent versus women who never touch the stuff. This study was also the first…
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