Beyond Breastfeeding

Think your cravings are what's stopping you from losing weight while breastfeeding? Think again... In this episode, we're unpacking why hunger and cravings are often a sign that your nutrition strategy is working against your postpartum body - not your willpower. Learn how to decode your cravings, fuel your body properly, and finally work with your physiology instead of fighting it. 👋🏼Jo...

Confession: I'm kind of a meal plan hater. Not because meal plans are bad, but because most of them completely miss the realities of postpartum and breastfeeding. In this episode, I'm sharing why so many moms feel frustrated by traditional meal plans, what I believe postpartum nutrition should actually look like, and the story behind my new membership, Fuel Like a Mother. Become a member o...

Everyone talks about balancing hormones postpartum, but what if the biggest issue isn't your hormones at all? In this episode, I'm unpacking the five most common mistakes I see moms making that can worsen hormone symptoms, tank energy levels, and make recovery feel harder than it needs to. Plus, we'll cover what's actually normal postpartum and how to support your body without the...

Trying to lose weight while breastfeeding but feeling stuck? You're not alone. In this episode, we're breaking down why postpartum weight loss feels so different, why eating less isn't always the answer, and the role blood sugar and insulin resistance play in your results. Learn how to work with your postpartum body (not against it) to support your health, milk supply, and weight loss...

Feeling overwhelmed by all the nutrition advice online? In this episode, we're separating what's truly important from what's just adding stress. Learn how to simplify breastfeeding nutrition, support your milk supply and energy levels, and focus on the habits that actually move the needle - without obsessing over every ingredient, supplement, or meal. This topic is exactly what inspire...

In this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding , I’m reflecting on everything 2025 brought - personally, professionally, and within the postpartum and breastfeeding space - and sharing my biggest predictions for 2026. Over the past year, I’ve watched women wake up to an important truth: prioritizing your babies means putting your health first, not ignoring it. And I truly believe 2026 is the year that be...

Ever feel like your body and mind aren’t your own after having a baby? You’re not alone - and you’re not broken. In this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, I break down the real reasons new moms feel overwhelmed, moody, or completely “off,” from hormonal shifts like high prolactin and cortisol to nutrient depletion and blood sugar swings. We’ll cover: Why your cravings aren’t random - they’re messag...

If you’ve seen posts about Oreos, oatmeal cream pies, or blue Gatorade boosting milk supply, you’re not alone! The internet is full of quick fixes and nutrition trends that sound helpful but actually keep moms stuck in fatigue, low supply, and constant second-guessing. In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common postpartum nutrition myths and explaining what actually supports your milk supp...

In this episode, I sit down with one of my amazing clients to share her powerful postpartum transformation. After an unexpected NICU stay, she spent nearly six months navigating postpartum alone - exhausted, bloated, puffy, confused by her supply, and completely drained. Through my signature group program, one-to-one coaching, and additional lab testing, everything changed. She feels amazing now:...

Big changes are here! In this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I redesigned my signature program to make it more accessible, flexible, and effective for moms. You’ll hear: Why I now offer two pathways - one for pregnancy and one for postpartum. How I made my program more accessible (and realistic) The three pillars of my proven process: milk supply, nutrition, a...

In today's episode, Kait and Leanne @movementwithleanne share so much insight and knowledge to address the biggest questions around postpartum fitness - including the BIG one: does exercise and movement actually impact your milk supply? We also dive into: Your mindset and mental health Her own struggles with postpartum depression What makes working out as a mother soooo different When the righ...

Whether you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed or already in the postpartum trenches, this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding is for you. I’m breaking down the five truths every mom deserves to know about breastfeeding - beyond ounces and supply. We’ll talk about: why milk output isn’t the only measure of success permission to prioritize you the role of nutrition in protecting your energy postpar...

If this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, Kait and Amy @pcos_dietitian_amy are just two besties catching up and diving deep into all things PCOS and hormonal imbalances, including:  the PCOS diagnostic criteria versus the PCOS "stereotype" common struggles I've seen in my clients due to their PCOS ALL things supplements - what to look for and what to avoid insulin resistance and just...

In this episode, Kait ( @postpartum.nutritionist ) & Kristin ( @grifkris ) dive into the real and vulnerable stages of becoming a motherhood and how to make sure you never pour out of an empty glass. You'll hear about: The transition from 0-1 kid and 1-2 kids Food noise and diet culture's impact on motherhood Postpartum weight loss trends Elimination diets & dairy alternatives (plus Kristi...

In this episode you'll hear: Kait's background and why she became a dietitian specialized in breastfeeding nutrition common causes for low milk supply that most women don't even know exist the truth behind galactagogues (AKA foods known to increase your milk supply) postpartum symptoms that are over-normalized and shouldn't be!! plus what you can do about them, starting today If you haven't alread...