Holistic Nutrition for All Stages of Pregnancy:
Preconception, Pregnancy, and Postpartum

Building Nutrient Reserves

• Discover which nutrients are vital for fertility and pregnancy
• Essential foods for developing baby’s growth and brain development
• Ways to reduce sugar and fat cravings during pregnancy, allowing mom to have more energy
• Discuss what was GOOD about the “good old days” – and how to restore more traditional ways of eating (avoiding the world of modern processed foods)

Digestion

• Vital steps to improve digestion for greater nutrient absorption and optimal health
• Restoring digestive balance helps support baby’s digestion and reduces potential for colic, thrush, eczema, and more.
• Discover naturally fermented and nourishing foods to create the optimal environment for digestive wellness
• Help mom reestablish beneficial bacteria balance/levels - minimizing potential yeast overgrowth and Group B Strep.

Detoxification/Healthy Environment

• Learn what to avoid - why, and healthier alternatives. Current and future moms especially should understand the impact of toxins and how to steer clear as best as possible. This is vital to the the health of baby.
• When possible, detoxify before getting pregnant to enhance fertility and minimize baby’s exposure. (Do not detox during pregnancy.) There will be plenty of information for pregnant and postpartum women on creating a healthy non-toxic home, and information for planning your next pregnancy.

Postpartum

• Special nourishment for mom after childbirth – mind and body.
• Optimal nutrition for breastfeeding - and substitutions for commercial formula (when necessary)
• Infant health care: Navigating western medicine and alternative therapies: ear infections, antibiotics, thrush, colic, etc.
• Great information for postpartum mothers and information to save for after baby is born.

Includes 2-hour
Holistic Panel & Q&A forum

Key knowledge and resources for holistic therapies including:

• midwifery
• doula
• acupuncture
• chiropractic
• prenatal yoga & pilates
• other supportive approaches for fertility, pregnancy, and childbirth