Postpartum Nutrition: What to Eat for Recovery
According to my Nutrition Through the Life Cycle textbook from Dietitian school, which has proven to be a reliable resource over the years,…
How Much Protein Do I Need Postpartum (and How to Actually Get It)
For so long, I’d kept to the same protein goal, aiming for around 30g of protein per meal as that’s what I felt…
Do I Need Postpartum Vitamins? (From A Dietitian)
It seems like there is SO MUCH information about prenatal vitamins and what to eat during pregnancy, which makes sense because growing a…
What’s for Dinner: a Weekly Meal Plan for Moms
What’s for dinner? It’s one of the most common questions, right? Whether we are asking it ourselves, or our kids are asking us,…
Waiting For a Home
After I get married, I am moving away, starting my own, new life – new town, new job, new husband – and never…
Why Do Carbohydrates Get a Bad Rap?
Carbohydrates are the body’s main fuel source. In fact, according to the acceptable macronutrient distribution ranges, carbohydrates will ideally make up somewhere between…
26 Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings
As a busy parent, it’s easy to grab a granola bar, piece of toast, or skip breakfast all together. The mornings can be…
How To Have More Energy As A Busy Mom
You’re telling me it’s possible to have MORE energy when I’m already ready for bed by 10 am and my kids have been…
The Best Healthy Comfort Foods for January
Comfort foods are a must if you live some place where the seasons change, like I do. I don’t about you, but when the weather gets colder, I stop wanting raw vegetables and smoothies, and instead gravitate towards warm, hearty, dishes. But, I still want these meals to be nourishing and filled with plenty of vegetables and healthy foods to bring me life during the long Winter days!
Can You Cook With Olive Oil?
Contrary to what you may have been told about cooking with oil, extra virgin olive oil is my first recommendation for use in cooking, dressings, marinades, etc.