Are you a new mom struggling to balance the demands of motherhood with self care? Curious about how to best support your body postpartum? Tune in to hear Ali and Becki explore the hormonal shifts that can drive postpartum depression and anxiety, common nutrient deficiencies that occur in new moms and how to best support your body during the marathon of new motherhood!

 

In this episode, Ali shares details from her own postpartum recovery during Stella’s first year. With the increased demand on the body that occurs from nine plus months of carrying a child, the incredible feat of labor and delivery, sleepless night and breastfeeding, many new mommas deal with symptoms of hormonal imbalance and micronutrient deficiency. In this episode, you will learn about the most important nutrients for postpartum recovery, safe supplements during breastfeeding as well as food-as-medicine solutions to support your body during this taxing time.

 

Also in this episode:

The Role of the PlacentaPros and Cons of Placenta Consumption

Ali’s Thoughts on Delayed Cord Clamping

Common Drivers of Micronutrient Deficiency in New MomsMicronutrient Testing

Recipe Ideas for Busy MomsMediterranean Tuna Salad

Liver Pills

Simple Organ Puree

Wild Salmon Dip

Adult Lunchables

Supplement RecommendationsLiver Pills

Vital Proteins Collagen and Gelatin

Naturally Nourished Grassfed Whey

Thorne Prenatal

Multidefense with Iron

EPA/DHA Extra

Hemagenics

Bone Builder Extra Strength

Super Turmeric

Additional lab testing to considerThyroid Panel

Neurohormone Complete Plus