No One Told Us

Episode 74: Postpartum Nutrition, Meal Prep, Minerals and more with Allegra Gast, RDN IBCLC

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Postpartum nutrition is SO important and yet as busy and tired moms, it's hard to prioritize. That's why this week Rachael brings on Allegra Gast, a functional registered dietitian and international board-certified lactation consultant, to talk all about realistic, easy tips for postpartum nutrition and breastfeeding. Inside this episode you'll learn:

  • importance of nutrition for postpartum recovery and milk supply
  • how new moms often experience fatigue, brain fog and rage/ low mood because of depleted nutrients and minerals
  • tips for maintaining energy levels as a new mom (even when you're sleep deprived!)
  • how to create easy balanced meals with adequate protein, quality carbohydrates, healthy fats, and minerals
  • meal prep tips for busy parents
  • how food can help balance blood sugar and energy levels
  • how our nervous system is affected by improper nutrition
  • benefits of hair mineral testing
  • and much more!


    • Allegra Gast is a functional registered dietitian and international board certified lactation consultant who is passionate about helping families navigate both their postpartum health and their breastfeeding journeys. Allegra offers virtual consults for families all around the world. She started her business, Aloha Nutrition, when she lived in Hawaii but currently resides in Texas with her military husband, and 4 kids including baby twins!

    • Allegra’s instagram: @aloha.nutrition
    • Aloha Nutrition Website: https://www.aloha-nutrition.com/ 
    • Hair tissue mineral testing: https://l.bttr.to/DYgUm
    • Free mineral guide: https://landing.mailerlite.com/webforms/landing/y9a3e8
    • Postpartum nutrition course: https://education.aloha-nutrition.com/product/nourish-postpartum-nutrition-essentials/


      • ✨For sleep support and resources, visit heysleepybaby.com and follow @heysleepybaby on Instagram! 😴☁️🤎✨

      Rachael is a mom of 3, founder of Hey, Sleepy Baby, and the host of this podcast.

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