Posts Tagged ‘healthy pregnancy’
Philosophy
Bodyfabulous pregnancy and postpartum fitness is based on the Chinese philosophy of Yin and Yang. Or to put is simply – achieving balance. Yin is the “oil” that fuels the fire. In order to stay motivated you need plenty of oil and the more you have, the more Yang you can output. Yang is the…
Read MorePregnancy Wellness Workshop.
Our 2015 June Pregnancy Wellness workshop was last weekend. I had just as much fun as all the ladies who attended and I can’t wait for our next one ! You can see all the highlights below and read what was included here. If you would like to attend our next workshop please register your interest…
Read More5 Reasons to Detox before trying to fall pregnant – Fertility
When you find out you have a new baby on the way, it’s natural to start thinking about their new nursery. You want your baby to have her own special space where she can feel safe and comfortable. But truthfully, you are providing a much safer and more comfortable space for your child well…
Read MoreHealthy High Protein – Choc Mint Smoothie.
It was such a warm autumn day in Brisbane today so I made this delicious high protein smoothie for Miss 3 and I. Her favourite thing at the moment is Choc Mint ! So we just had to have a Choc Mint Smoothie. Chia Seeds in a smoothie This choc mint smoothie is really thick…
Read MoreFats and Omega 3’s are essential pregnancy postpartum
You may have heard that fat should be limited in your diet. However this advice is now outdated and does not match current nutritional research. Your body and your baby’s growing body needs fat soluble vitamins and other nutrients BOTH during and after pregnancy. Breast milk is made up of 55% fat and your body…
Read More4 Tips to balance your hormones during pregnancy postpartum
I am sure during and after pregnancy you (and your partner) have been fully introduced to your hormones. I know during my pregnancy and post-birth some days I would feel like a cranky 13 year old brat and other days completely euphoric, with crazy massive mood swings. Hello hormotional roller-coaster ! If you have had…
Read MoreEasy Custard Tart – grain free, refined sugar free.
My hubby’s favourite dessert is custard tart. So I have been playing about with a more nutritious recipe. This one is awesome – as you don’t need to be a pastry whizz. There is no need for rolling out pastry, so put that rolling pin away. This grain free custard tart is quick, easy and very…
Read MorePregnancy Obesity Get the Facts !
A new study which aired on the Australian ABC News found that children and babies born to obese mothers are more likely to be hospitalised in their first years. 21 percent of pregnant mothers are obese & 38 percent continue to be unhealthily overweight 9 months after birth – in Australia. Basically, if a mother…
Read MoreWhat does a Doula do during pregnancy and postpartum ?
I was lucky to chat with a doula and midwife with over 30 years experience – Cheryl Sheriff from Ideal Birth. I had never met Cheryl before, yet I immediately felt a wonderful connection with her, and as a mother myself appreciated her wealth of knowledge on birth and babies. Cheryl has spent over a decade…
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