I love certain things about being pregnant: feeling baby kicks, creating a new human being…….ok, that’s about it. Not such a fan of other side effects. Growing a baby is tough work, and changing hormones can cause stress on our intestinal system & whole body. I’m going to talk about three common pregnancy concerns [...]

Now that I am 12 weeks pregnant with my second child, I can come out of hiding and blog about my experiences! Talking to pregnant women as a part of my job is something I really enjoy. Being pregnant myself is something that I generally do NOT enjoy – but it gives me the ability [...]

Protein is important in pregnancy, as it support all new cell growth, in both the mom and baby. Beyond meeting these basic building requirements, protein has other benefits: it is slowly absorbed, to control blood sugars and help keep you feeling full for longer. In pregnancy, this can help to prevent nausea, headaches, cravings, food [...]