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Many doctors will tell you than pelvic and joint pain in pregnancy and postpartum is normal, and while it is “normal” it should be standard! There is so much you can do to support your body through this and there are professionals you can engage to assist you in strengthening your body. Not only can a nutritionist recommend foods to support the tissues in your body as well as the hormones that may...

While many are concerned about the birth of the baby, you should also be concerned about the birth of the mother. This unique and miraculous transition also causes some intense changes for the mother as her body goes through an incredible physical feat and now she continues to change. This is just a small insight into what those early days might look like, what to expect and why there are so many...

Did you know that most hospitals will discourage eating during labor but that the research shows that nourishment during labor has actually been proven to aid in the delivery? While hospitals continue to delay updates to policy to ensure the mother is properly taken care of, it is up to you to be educated about what might actually serve you best as the “patient”. Your body is prepared and you shou...

Ensuring you are going to have the most supportive people around you is key for birth and postpartum! There are a few rings of support to consider. Your first ring is choosing your primary care provider. In Canada, you have the choice of an OB, an OBGYN or a midwife. This is going to be the lead person on your team. Beyond that there are secondary care providers throughout this experience such as...

While we truly hope and pray that your primary care provider is going to explain to you what to expect in labor, the harsh reality is that some care providers are just not that thoughtful. At Bitesized we want to empower you with knowledge, not only about nutrition, but also understanding the physiology of your body during these times. We believe the more you know, the more you can advocate for yo...

Because of the rise in certain pregnancy hormones, some of these suppress the immune system to ensure the body does not treat the fetus as a foreign body so it may grow and develop, but this also leaves the body more susceptible to colds and flus which is why so many pregnant women experience a lot of sickness (and sometimes morning sickness!) in the first trimester. In today’s episode we go over...

Because of the rise in certain pregnancy hormones, some of these suppress the immune system to ensure the body does not treat the fetus as a foreign body so it may grow and develop, but this also leaves the body more susceptible to colds and flus which is why so many pregnant women experience a lot of sickness (and sometimes morning sickness!) in the first trimester. In today’s episode we go over...

Vitamin C is a common known vitamin but did you know it has incredible immune boosting properties and is found in some very accessible foods? Vitamin C is necessary during the first trimester and has many benefits for both mom and baby. If you are not sure if you're getting enough vitamin C or if you should supplement, tune into this bitesized episode to find out more!  Check out Raising Human...

Happy Family Day, Canadian listeners! On this special episode dedicated to growing families, we dive into the world of reproductive care with a focus on an incredible Canadian company – Ovry. Although it might sound similar to "ovary," there's no 'a' in Ovry, and their mission is to redefine reproductive care essentials for everyone. Fertility and pregnancy are pivotal aspect...

If you are in the middle of first trimester isolation and battling morning sickness and trying to keep it together this episode is for you! We go over why morning sickness is not aptly named, how to identify triggers and avoid them and then how to improve morning sickness through food, supplements and holistic remedies like acupuncture. We discuss this with a special guest! Check out Raising Human...

Choline is a key nutrient in pregnancy that is often overlooked and not emphasized enough. So today we talk about why you need Choline, why your baby needs choline and what to eat to get it in your diet. We also talk about the vast differences between the recommended amount and the amount that truly makes a difference to your health and how to supplement. Check out Raising Humans Co for all your s...

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In this episode we go over some essential nutrients during the first trimester of pregnancy, including one that is so critical in the first 4 weeks of pregnancy before you might even realize you are pregnant. We dive into the benefits of consuming these nutrients for both mom and baby and some risks of deficiency. I also tell you the top food sources for each so you can enrich your diet accordingl...

This week we discuss what organic means when it comes to your pantry items and why you would choose them.  We also discuss the ideal and not so ideal forms of each protein to purchase and why you might want to choose them.    We’ll cover:  - organic pantry items - what grass fed beef means - what pasture-raised means - what omega 3 enhanced means - what free-range means - why you would want to cho...

This week we discuss how to pick a good supplement. Supplementing is certainly not a one size fits all and every person requires different supplements. Depending on your diet and different factors, supplements can help us meet our nutrient needs. Not all supplements are equal so don't be fooled and don't be tempted by lowest price. High quality supplements are often very expensive. Be sure...

Description: This week we discuss what organic means, who should be eating organic and what the heck are these lists everyone refers to? We’re talking about the “Clean 15” and “Dirty Dozen”. Who cam eup with these lists and why? We’ll cover: What organic means What produce is on the clean 15 list What produce is on the dirty dozen list How to spot if produce is organic, conventional or genetically...

Download the free guide for balancing meals here:  No matter the lies the media has told us about fat and carbohydrates, our bodies need both as well as protein to ensure we are sustained throughout the day. Tune into this weeks episode to learn where to get each of these in our food and why we need them!  We’ll cover: Proteins Protein Sources Plant-based protein sources Why we need protein Carboh...

Did you know folic acid is not what pregnant women should be consuming? I bet that is crazy to hear! Did you know of the 97% of women who take a prenatal vitamin, about 95% of them are still deficient in many key nutrients. That is why choosing the right prenatal is so important! So be sure to listen to this week’s episode to figure out what to look for and how I can help you. Today we discuss how...

Meet the host of your new favorite holistic nutrition resource, Bitesized. Our aim is to empower you with incredible nutrition knowledge to help you apply it to your pregnancy, postpartum or solids journey. In this episode you’ll learn what to expect from the podcast, who your awesome host is and have a little laugh. We are starting 2023 off with a bang, so buckle up, and hit that subscribe button...