Healthy 1 pot pasta bolognaise – Pregnancy Postpartum
This bolognaise recipe is on high rotation in our house, it is packed with vegetables and nutrients for all the family and is so easy to make. It is also so versatile (see my serving suggestions below) and the perfect freezer meal if you are in pregnancy nesting mode, preparing for your precious postpartum journey !…
Read MoreSafe abdominal exercises for pregnancy postpartum
Pregnant and postpartum women often ask me what are the best abdominal exercises for pregnancy and postpartum ? This question often arises from concern’s about diastatisis recti and the dreaded post birth “mummy tummy’ or “postpartum pooch” Firstly – what is the core? Did you know, your six pack muscles (more correctly termed the Rectus Abdominis or…
Read MoreHealthy Granola – pregnancy postpartum
This delicious home-made granola is healthy and packed with essential nutrients and healthy fats for wellness during pregnancy and postpartum. You can eat it for breakfast, as a snack ….or I am a big fan of yummy breakfast items for dessert ! Homemade healthy granola recipe Ingredients : 3 cups rolled oats 1 cup shredded coconut…
Read MoreChia 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 MoreWhy you are postnatal or postpartum FOREVER !
Did you know that post birth you are actually “postnatal forever” ! Pregnancy and birth have a HUGE impact on your core and pelvic floor, and I think most Mama’s can agree that you do not “snap” back to your pre-body when you are 6 weeks postpartum, especially when you are given the “all clear”…
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…
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