Frequently asked Pregnancy & Post Natal Exercise questions.
It is so important to ask an experienced Certified Trainer or a Medical Professional questions about Pregnancy and Post Natal exercise. Please don’t just jump online and ask “Dr Google” there is too much information out there that is not correct. Here are a few of the questions I am regularly asked … Can your…
Read MoreGreen Smoothie – gluten free, dairy free, sugar free.
Pregnancy nutrition can be challenging, especially in the first trimester. One way to help keep morning sickness at bay (or help manage it) is to eat food rich in vitamin B6 and potassium. Avocados happen to be rich in both, with a 1 cup portion meeting 20% of the daily value for each. You’ll also…
Read MoreCacao Fudge- gluten free, sugar free, dairy free.
Many off the shelf protein bars are filled with sugar alcohols and artificial additives. That is why I like to make my own. Here’s my favourite Cacao Protein Fudge – made with a secret ingredient called L-Glutamine. The benefits of L-Glutamine. L-Glutamine is an amino acid which is found naturally in beans, meats, fish, poultry, dairy products, and…
Read MoreSuperfood – Kale. Super Vegetable. Super Versatile.
Kale is a superfood. Yes it is a super vegetable…its not just one of these new “trendy” health fads. It is my favourite vegetable as it is SO VERSATILE you can use it in salads, smoothies, stir fries and I even add it as a “hidden veggie” in my bolognaise sauce (which is on high…
Read MoreBliss ball snowballs a perfect pregnancy snack !
Bliss balls are a wonderful snack, if you are pregnant. They help curb cravings plus are great to keep in your bag when you are out and about and a bit stuck for suitable pregnancy food. This bliss ball recipe is also great as an after school or toddler snack. They are vegan, dairy free,…
Read MoreChocolate Zucchini Muffins – gluten free, dairy free.
Craving chocolate during your pregnancy or breastfeeding days ? These chocolate zucchini muffins are delicious (they are part of our online pregnancy and postpartum membership Nutrition Plan endorsed by a Prenatal Nutritionist) so you can rest assured they are great for both you and your baby. And as for the zucchini you (or your toddler)…
Read MoreRaw Lime ‘Cheesecake’.
I had an abundance of limes at home and was craving something semi sweet but tart ! So with inspiration from Quirky Cooking is together with my limited ingredients (….yep impossible to grocery shop in school holidays with 3 kids) this is what I created. Best of all is gluten free, dairy free, paleo and…
Read MoreBellyfabulous January – Amelia & Ben
This months bellyfabulous woman is the beautiful Amelia and her son Ben. How many weeks pregnant are you ? In this image I am 34 weeks pregnant What did you do to keep active during your pregnancy ? I worked right up until 38 weeks and as a teacher I do…
Read MorePregnant Ballet Dancer & Ice Skating Queen – Danika
I am passionate about helping all women continue to do what they love to stay active during their pregnancies. Just like me client Danika Hiew a talented ballerina and ice-skater How many weeks pregnant are you? I am 17 weeks and feeling good ! Have you exercised all your life? Yes. I trained intensely as…
Read More