The Postpartum Shift

68. How Nutrition Impacts Postpartum Depression (and What to Eat)


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Ever wonder how food might affect your mood after baby? In this episode, Brooke dives deep into the powerful connection between postpartum depression and nutrition. Learn how small, nourishing changes can support your mental health, mood, and healing during one of the most emotionally intense seasons of motherhood.

Here's a sneak peek:

[1:17] How nutrition can help prevent postpartum depression

[3:55] A whole-body approach to healing
[5:11] Common postpartum nutrient deficiencies
[8:51] Gut health’s role in mood and depression
[11:20] The #1 habit that boosts my mood

Your nutrition doesn't just impact your body—it powerfully shapes your emotional and mental well-being. In this episode, Brooke equips you with practical, nutrient-based strategies to reduce your risk of postpartum depression and reclaim your energy and joy. 💛

👉 Ready for more? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and grab your free seat to the mood-boosting workshop linked in the show notes!

 

Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!


Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply


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