#28 Nourishment through a Vegetarian Pregnancy

We’re diving in today on a subject we've been meaning to cover for quite some time. Join us as we go for a walk and discuss some considerations for a vegetarian pregnancy, and how Sara nourishes herself. We are coming from two different perspectives (I chose not to remain a vegetarian at around 6 months postpartum) and we recognize that this can be somewhat of a loaded topic. We hope you can remain open and committed to nourishing yourself and your child as best as you can, however that looks for you. Keep in mind that we are sharing about what works for us, none of this should be viewed as a “protocol” or a plan for anyone else. You need to figure out what feels good for you!

 

We discuss:

• A general overview on how we each came to the dietary decisions we are in (for more of my story, listen to episode 12, Reflections on a Year of Big Transitions.)
• What Sara eats in a day to feel satiated and confident that she and her baby are getting what they need
• Creative ideas around protein intake (which can often feel limited in a vegetarian diet) and how she centers her meals around them
• Yummy, nutrient dense snack ideas, both savory and sweet
• Supplements she takes during her pregnancy (We have a PDF resource on this as well.)
• Knowing your body/listening to what’s working in relation to blood sugar, protein needs, and supplements
• Making your own decision and owning it. There can be so many judgements around the topic of food, but at the end of the day, you are the one responsible for your health and that of your baby. Make your own decisions, do your own research, and own it!
• How this kind of nourishment doesn’t stop when pregnancy is over, and actually many macro and micro needs are higher when breastfeeding.
• A reframe of nourishment and cooking for yourself and your family as a chore, to a blessing of nourishment.

 

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Mentioned in the show:

 

- All the foods and supplements we recommend

 

- The original "yolky" drink

 

- The Seed of Joy's lovely Postpartum Cookbook

(the one with the yolky cacao)

 

- Our friend Aiste's course - Plant Empowered Woman

 

- The Root Cause Protocol

 

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