Womb to Crib nutrition - A podcast for pregnant women

All about essential oils.  

The history, what are they, how they work and benefits vs safety.

ALSO staring guest host Michelle Douglas, health and wellness advocate and oils enthusiast to answer your burning questions on pregnancy benefits with essential oils!

Remember before usage to run everything by your healthcare practitioner 

Julie's Recommended products/sites:

Where to purchase oils:

healthylifestyle.myoilsite.com

Reference Links:

https://natadviser.com/history-of-essential-oils/

https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/news/20170809/essential-oils-natural-doesnt-mean-risk-free

https://wellnessmama.com/26519/essential-oils-risks/

Want a girl or a boy?

Sometimes this can be a determination in a couples decision to have another child.

Often times surgeryor fertility options for gender selection is expensive and painful. 

Julie will discus the Shettles Method which is a natural and simple way to increase chances of choosing gender.

Accuracy of 75-90%.

Julie's Recommended Products

Ovulation sticks

https://www.amazon.com/PREGMATE-Ovulation-Strips-Predictor-Pregnancy/dp/B01G5WEE9Y/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=ovulation+sticks&qid=1569698741&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&smid=A32ZCVU1LIQVV4&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEySjRTS0dBWEpLMk1WJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNTAyOTg1M0YxNkFBSFpUU0xTSSZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwMjcyNzI4MlM3NE9BMVVHQVlLOSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=

The Shettles Method

https://www.amazon.com/How-Choose-Sex-Your-Baby/dp/0767926102/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2TQK8QPIZJ7CF&keywords=the+shettles+method&qid=1569698826&s=gateway&sprefix=the+shettles+me%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-2

Reference Links

https://www.checkpregnancy.com/shettles-method-gender-swaying/

https://www.bellybelly.com.au/conception/gender-selection-shettles-method/

Sugar attributes to a TON of ill side effects including disease, sickness and even cancer!

Why specifically should babies, toddlers and children avoid added sugars? How does it wreak havoc in their bodies?

Learn how to read labels and find hidden sugars!

Sugar is toxic, learn why!

Julie's Favorite Products:

Stevia

https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Organic-Stevia-Powder-Serving/dp/B01DPW5GRG/ref=sr_1_37?keywords=stevia&qid=1568322490&s=gateway&sr=8-37

The Case Against Sugar Book

https://www.amazon.com/Case-Against-Sugar-Gary-Taubes/dp/0307946649/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1568322696&sr=8-3

Evidence Links:

http://www.eatingwell.com/article/119944/how-to-identify-natural-sugar-and-added-sugar-on-nutrition-labels/

https://www.alcademics.com/2011/09/sugar-in-early-american-history.html

https://urbanremedy.com/top-10-reasons-to-avoid-refined-sugar/

Does your child have MTHFR? Are you overwhelmed and confused on what to do and how to cope? There are some key things to consider with your child. Lifestyle, diet and methylated folate supplementation discussed.

Products Discussed

DRY BRUSH NON SYNTHETIC

https://www.amazon.com/Detachable-Cellulite-Brushing-Exfoliate-Alleviate/dp/B075RND37T/ref=sr_1_48?keywords=dry+brush&qid=1564291132&s=gateway&sr=8-48#customerReviews

MTHFR TEST

https://www.amazon.com/MTHFR-Test-Detox-Solution-Cheek/dp/B07DMVV76W/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=mthfr+test&qid=1564290836&s=gateway&sr=8-5

Reverse Osmosis Water Filter

https://www.amazon.com/iSpring-RCC7AK-Capacity-Drinking-Remineralization/dp/B005LJ8EXU/ref=sr_1_15?keywords=water+filter&qid=1567817805&s=gateway&sr=8-15

Dr Bronner Soap

https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Bronners-bronners-liquid-castile/dp/B00028EYJ8/ref=sr_1_30?keywords=dr%2Bbronners%2Bsoap&qid=1564292823&s=gateway&sr=8-30&th=1

Child Multivitamin

https://www.gardenoflife.com/content/product/vitamin-code-kids-multivitamin/

Evidence Based Links

https://centrespringmd.com/mthfr-in-children-what-is-it-and-what-can-we-do/

http://mthfrkids.com/mthfr-life/5-easy-changes-make-today-help-mthfr-kids/

https://naturopathicpediatrics.com/2016/06/28/mthfr-link-add-adhd-folate-genetics/

https://blog.naturalpartners.com/top-5-mthfr-treatments-in-children/

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/dirty-dozen-foods

Choosing the correct prenatal vitamin may not be as easy as you think.  There are many factors to consider to ensure you're getting the best quality while maintaining what your body needs for fetal development.  Suggestions for high quality prenatal vitamins will be suggested.  You've only got 9 months, use a prenatal that works! 

Julie's Recommended Products:

Prenatal- Pure Essence

https://www.pureessencelabs.com/product/one-n-only-prenatal/

Prenatal- Best Nest

https://www.bestnestwellness.com/collections/prenatal/products/best-prenatal-vitamin

Prenatal- Seeking Health

https://www.seekinghealth.com/collections/prenatal-vitamins/products/optimal-prenatal-240-capsules

Is it possible or healthy to consume a Vegetarian or Vegan diet during pregnancy? Yes, it is.  However, it takes dedication and proper balance of certain foods.  It may not be as straight forward as you think.  Pregnancy is a time of great development and energy consumption.  Julie will discuss what you need to equip a healthy plant based diet during pregnancy. Supplements to consider will also be discussed. 

Julie's Recommended Products:

Vegan Protein Powder

https://www.amazon.com/Source-Organic-Premium-Protein-UNFLAVORED/dp/B00N6XPF9O/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=Vegan+Protein+source&qid=1564294505&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Vegan Pregnancy Book

https://www.amazon.com/Your-Complete-Vegan-Pregnancy-All/dp/1507210191/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3RY6Y7BGL7UR9&keywords=vegan+pregnancy+book&qid=1564294958&s=gateway&sprefix=vegan+preg%2Caps%2C177&sr=8-3

Vegetarian Diet Book

https://www.amazon.com/Vegetarian-Mothers-Cookbook-Pregnant-Breastfeeding/dp/0972469060/ref=pd_sbs_14_1/133-7555094-7517335?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0972469060&pd_rd_r=4bb26e0b-10e4-4e80-879a-fc210f46d38c&pd_rd_w=biOFZ&pd_rd_wg=Mo7hz&pf_rd_p=3b323567-8df4-459a-bcb9-5adf545829d4&pf_rd_r=RACWC1AFK2Q7DT88FRHV&psc=1&refRID=RACWC1AFK2Q7DT88FRHV

Evidence Links:

https://www.babycenter.com/0_eating-a-vegetarian-diet-during-pregnancy_1313874.bc

https://www.verywellfit.com/vegan-protein-combinations-2506396

The MTHFR mutation makes it difficult for your body to naturally detoxify. When toxins build up in your system, diseases and health issues run rampant! It is imperative that you help assist your body in removing toxins as well as lowering chemicals and toxins in your household environment. Julie will assist you in the transition to a toxin free body and environment.  

Julie's Favorite Products:

Making Fermented Foods & Natural Probiotics

https://www.amazon.com/Easy-Fermenter-Wide-Mouth-Lid/dp/B01DJVVORE/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=fermenter+jars&qid=1564290880&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

MTHFR Test

https://www.amazon.com/MTHFR-Test-Detox-Solution-Cheek/dp/B07DMVV76W/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=mthfr+test&qid=1564290836&s=gateway&sr=8-5

Juicer

https://www.amazon.com/KOIOS-Juicer-GERMANY-Extended-Warranty/dp/B07C9MPJCM/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?keywords=breville+juicer&qid=1564291470&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1

Zero Water Filer

https://www.amazon.com/ZeroWater-Pitcher-Quality-BPA-Free-Certified/dp/B003QXM3U8/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=zero+water&qid=1564290857&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

Reverse Osmosis Water Filtration System

https://www.amazon.com/iSpring-RCC7AK-Capacity-Drinking-Remineralization/dp/B005LJ8EXU/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=reverse+osmosis+water&qid=1564293272&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Dry Brush

https://www.amazon.com/Detachable-Cellulite-Brushing-Exfoliate-Alleviate/dp/B075RND37T/ref=sr_1_48?keywords=dry+brush&qid=1564291132&s=gateway&sr=8-48#customerReviews

Natural Household Cleaner

https://www.amazon.com/Thieves-Household-Young-Living-Essential/dp/B00JFC0YDM/ref=sr_1_3?crid=1RX30LDFYT9ZL&keywords=theives%2Bcleaning%2Bproducts&qid=1564291255&s=gateway&sprefix=theives%2B%2Caps%2C179&sr=8-3&th=1

Natural Makeup

https://www.amazon.com/Bettern-Organic-Liquid-Foundation-Makeup/dp/B076N6TPDD/ref=sr_1_20_sspa?crid=3M536W4RGY8F5&keywords=juice+beauty+makeup+organic&qid=1564291438&s=gateway&sprefix=juice+beauty+mak%2Caps%2C178&sr=8-20-spons&psc=1

Dr Bronner Soap

https://www.amazon.com/Dr-Bronners-bronners-liquid-castile/dp/B00028EYJ8/ref=sr_1_30?keywords=dr%2Bbronners%2Bsoap&qid=1564292823&s=gateway&sr=8-30&th=1

Air Purifier

https://www.amazon.com/Winix-5500-2-Purifier-PlasmaWave-Reducing/dp/B01D8DAYII/ref=sr_1_13?keywords=air+purifier&qid=1564292855&s=gateway&sr=8-13

Evidence Links

https://draxe.com/health/article/mthfr-mutation/

https://mthfrexperts.com/living-with-mthfr-detox/

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-12675/a-stepbystep-guide-to-dry-skin-brushing.html

Newly diagnosed and confused on what to eat and what to avoid? You are not alone.  The MTHFR genetic mutation effects methylation and so much more!  Julie will discuss which foods to emphasize and those to avoid.  Tips and tricks will be provided to make life much easier and healthier.  Welcome to the new and improved you!  You've got this!

Julie's Recommended Products:

MTHFR home test kit

https://www.amazon.com/MTHFR-Test-Detox-Solution-Cheek/dp/B07DMVV76W/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=MTHFR+TEST&qid=1564289409&s=gateway&sr=8-5

Water Filtration

https://www.amazon.com/ZeroWater-Pitcher-Quality-BPA-Free-Certified/dp/B003QXM3U8/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=zero+water&qid=1564290060&s=gateway&sr=8-6

Water Filtration (Best option but pricey)

https://www.amazon.com/iSpring-5-Stage-Prestige-Drinking-Certified/dp/B003XELTTG/ref=sxin_3_osp14-30e130c7_cov?ascsubtag=30e130c7-7d0c-437e-a279-d157e33b6e50&creativeASIN=B003XELTTG&cv_ct_id=amzn1.osp.30e130c7-7d0c-437e-a279-d157e33b6e50&cv_ct_pg=search&cv_ct_wn=osp-search&keywords=zero+water&linkCode=oas&pd_rd_i=B003XELTTG&pd_rd_r=02c695bf-27f0-4837-883f-ca350c0bca08&pd_rd_w=Nr0FN&pd_rd_wg=Rs4qN&pf_rd_p=c501273b-119a-4fc9-ad78-eda5006b0be9&pf_rd_r=PNB57G5PYSG80PGAQWNQ&qid=1564290175&s=gateway&tag=tgl0a3-20

Natural Deodorant (Native)

https://www.amazon.com/Native-Deodorant-Natural-Aluminum-Parabens/dp/B07RSVP6PS/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=native+deodorant&qid=1564290301&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

Natural Deodorant (Schmidt)

https://www.amazon.com/Schmidts-Sensitive-Deodorant-Protection-Aluminum-Free/dp/B075QJLRSM/ref=sr_1_12?keywords=Schmidt%2Bdeodorant&qid=1564290378&s=gateway&sr=8-12&th=1

Saurkraut and Fermentation Jars

https://www.amazon.com/Easy-Fermenter-Wide-Mouth-Lid/dp/B01DJVVORE/ref=sr_1_2_sspa?crid=VKIF603YBYUW&keywords=fermentation+airlock&qid=1564290470&s=gateway&sprefix=fermentation+%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1

Probiotics

https://www.luckyvitamin.com/p-745680-garden-of-life-dr-formulated-probiotics-once-daily-women-s-50-billion-cfu-30-vegetarian-capsules?utm_campaign=SC-US-ShoppingCampaign-Product&msclkid=5519711fe76d1f1afd6c2c22c9751c91&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=4581390077355231&utm_content=SC%20-%20Shopping%20Campaign%20-%20USA%20-%20Product

Evidence Links

https://www.jillcarnahan.com/2014/02/23/health-tips-for-anyone-with-a-mthfr-gene-mutation/

https://mthfrgenehealth.com/foods-bad-for-mthfr-poor-methylation/

https://chrismasterjohnphd.com/blog/2019/03/01/start-here-for-mthfr-and-methylation/

Anemia is common during pregnancy.

Your doctor typically will prescribe iron pills and send you on your way.

What they don't tell you is what interacts with iron, what to avoid while taking iron pills, what to eat along with an iron pill to enhance absorption and the list goes on.

Popping an iron pill may not be as quick of a fix as you think.

The 3 types of anemia, symptoms of anemia, dietary approaches to increase iron levels and how to properly supplement.

American Pregnancy Association

https://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-concerns/anemia-during-pregnancy/

WebMD

https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/understanding-anemia-basics#1

Clinical Coorelations

https://www.clinicalcorrelations.org/2015/03/26/iron-deficiency-anemia-a-guide-to-oral-iron-supplements/

What iron supplements?

Folate

Chow hound Lentil Soup

https://www.chowhound.com/recipes/basic-lentil-soup-29342/amp

My Food Data

https://www.myfooddata.com/articles/vitamin-c-foods.php

Parenting Science

https://www.parentingscience.com/iron-absorption.html

The MTHFR genetic mutation affects an estimated 1 in 2 woman.

Chances are you could have it.

It can affect fertility, miscarriages, preeclampsia, postpartum depression, cancer, anxiety, heart problems and the list goes on.

It is imperative that you follow some dietary guidelines and properly supplement with this mutation. 

Listen as Julie explains this mutation and what steps you can follow to a healthier more fulfilling life if diagnosed. 

Julie's recommendations:

MTHFR Test Kit

https://www.amazon.com/MTHFR-Test-Detox-Solution-Cheek/dp/B07DMVV76W/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=MTHFR+TEST&qid=1564289409&s=gateway&sr=8-5

Water Filtration System

https://www.amazon.com/iSpring-RCC7AK-Capacity-Drinking-Remineralization/dp/B005LJ8EXU/ref=sr_1_3?crid=YSVYRCPJ83R4&keywords=water+filtration+system&qid=1565054002&s=gateway&sprefix=water+filtration+%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-3

US National Library of Medicine

MTHFR Gene Health

https://mthfrgenehealth.com/mthfr-symptoms/

Dr. Axe

https://draxe.com/mthfr-mutation/

Wellness Mama

https://wellnessmama.com/27148/mthfr-mutation/