Nutrition for pregnancy and postpartum
Episode description
Any pregnant mom will tell you: Their body goes through a major transformation! And with each passing month, nutritional needs change. We hear lots about omega-3s, but did you know that protein and choline play critical roles in the baby’s development in utero? Host Jessica Rolph speaks with Registered Dietitian Ryann Kipping, founder of The Prenatal Nutritionist.
Key Takeaways:
[1:40] What is the role of protein in a pregnant person’s diet?
[5:05] In what ways should our diet shift post-pregnancy?
[9:54] What nutrients are particularly important during the last stage of pregnancy?
[12:35] What risks come with not gaining enough weight during pregnancy?
[15:07] What is better for preconception: Folic acid or folate?
[18:02] What are Ryann’s tips around supplementation during pregnancy?
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