Preparing for Postpartum: A Dietitian’s Guide to Navigating the Chaos with Snacks and Sanity
Sarah Brunton Sarah Brunton

Preparing for Postpartum: A Dietitian’s Guide to Navigating the Chaos with Snacks and Sanity

You’ve prepped the nursery, packed the hospital bag, and maybe even batch-cooked a few freezer meals. But have you thought about what your body will need in the messy, magical blur that is postpartum? Spoiler: it’s not just nappies and nipple cream. In this post, we’ll walk (or wobble) through what to eat, drink, and keep within arm’s reach to feel somewhat human while keeping a newborn alive. From energy-boosting snacks to iron-rich meals and hydration hacks, here’s your real-life, dietitian-backed guide to nourishing yourself when showering feels like a luxury.

Read More
Running on Empty? How to Tackle First Trimester Tiredness with Nutrition (and a Dash of Grace)
Sarah Brunton Sarah Brunton

Running on Empty? How to Tackle First Trimester Tiredness with Nutrition (and a Dash of Grace)

Ah, the first trimester. That magical time when you're newly pregnant, glowing (or at least trying to), and your body is busy crafting a whole new human... while you feel like you've been hit by a bus and then emotionally steamrolled by a rerun of Bake Off. Sound familiar?

You're not alone. Fatigue is one of the most common symptoms in early pregnancy, and there’s no sugar-coating it — it’s exhausting (pun fully intended). But there are ways to support your body through it, and nutrition can be one of your best allies.

Read More