Today we're talking to Alison Boden about all things postpartum nutrition. What can you eat?? What should you avoid?? There are SO many misconceptions about diet in the postpartum period, and especially lactation. We usually hear a lot about diet during pregnancy, but there's more to postpartum nutrition than weight loss and food intolerances.

Pregnancy, birth, and lactation can deplete us of nutrients, so it's our jobs to re-nourish ourselves to replace what's been lost. Nutrient deficiencies can lead to hormone changes and mood disorders. But a lot of other things go under the radar like night sweats, inability to handle stress, and much much more!

Alison Boden is a registered dietitian specializing in women's health. She is the founder of Motherwell Nutrition (formerly Nourishing Radiance)--where she helps moms replenish their bodies, balance hormones and feel good again after kids. Also a mom to two young boys, she knows that feeding...

This episode features Hilary Rank, a Women's Wellness Expert and creator of the Energy Reset Method. She helps women gain energy, lose belly fat and feel at peace. Her purpose is to help women get out of the “Frustrated and Frumpy Over 40 Trap” which leaves them feeling confused about what diet or program to follow, down on themselves, sluggish and hopeless to Fit & Fabulous so they will start looking, thinking and feeling happy, healthy and confident.

We dive deep into weight loss, energy levels, hormones, and overall health for moms over 35. She shares her story of getting a mommy makeover, being a type-A mom, having a preemie, struggling to breastfeed, and be a working mom. I'm already feeling tired just hearing about her story! She shares why this lifestyle led to a perfect storm of hormone issues for her and for so many other moms.

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In today's episode, Samantha Scruggs, RD joins us to talk about all things diet & nutrition for the breastfeeding mom. She's a devoted mom of 3 children,  Registered Dietician and owner of Nutrition to Fruition, focusing on diet and anxiety. We get into a deep discussion of how your diet affects breastfeeding.

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In this episode, you'll hear:

• How your diet affects your hormones and mood
• What kind of diet advice you should avoid while breastfeeding
• Tips and tricks for staying well nourished while taking care of your baby
• Why...