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This is a guest post by Vanda, a Functional Medicine Nurse & Hormone Coach. If you’ve been struggling with PMS, painful periods, heavy flow, low energy, anxiety, or mood swings—and you feel like you’ve tried everything, the missing piece that you probably haven’t looked at yet….is minerals. Here’s the truth: you cannot have truly healthy…
The holidays are a season of gathering, celebrating, and toasting to the moments that matter most. But if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or navigating the tender weeks of postpartum, traditional cocktails may not be an option, and that can leave you feeling a little left out of the fun. The good news? You don’t have to…
The holiday season has a special kind of magic when you’re expecting. Whether you’re preparing to meet your little one for the first time or you’re adding another sweet baby to your family, Christmas stockings are the perfect opportunity to sprinkle in thoughtful gifts that make a mama-to-be feel seen, cared for, and supported. If…
Pregnancy is such a unique season of life, full of anticipation, change, and let’s be honest, a fair share of discomfort too. When Christmas rolls around, the best gifts for pregnant moms aren’t about baby gear (she’ll get plenty of that at her shower) but about caring for her. Here are some of my favorite…
The moment you see those two pink lines, everything changes. The excitement, the nerves, the “Is this normal?” thoughts start flooding in. The first trimester is a whirlwind of transformation—your body begins working overtime, your hormones go into overdrive, and suddenly you’re growing a whole new life inside of you. It’s beautiful. It’s intense. And…
Pregnancy is a beautiful and transformative time, but let’s be honest, it also comes with constant hunger, sudden cravings, and the need to fuel your body (and baby!) with nourishing ingredients. Whether you’re battling morning sickness, needing a quick bite between meals, or searching for healthy ways to satisfy a sweet tooth, having go-to pregnancy…
Here are some of my favorite pregnancy affirmations that I used through all 3 of my pregnancies, as well as what I share as a certified doula with my clients. They are empowering, uplifting, and easy to use! Pregnancy is a time of transformation—physically, emotionally, and mentally. With so many changes happening at once, it’s…
Pregnancy is beautiful, but let’s be honest, it can also be overwhelming, uncomfortable, and full of unknowns. From morning sickness to backaches, there’s a lot your body is navigating while you’re growing new life. As a mom of three and a virtual birth doula, I’ve walked through the ups and downs of pregnancy, personally and…
The third trimester is a sacred season. Your belly is growing, your baby is almost here, and your mind is full of to-dos and tender anticipation. It’s exciting—but it can also be physically intense and emotionally overwhelming. As a doula and a mama myself, I know this final stretch of pregnancy requires more than just…
The second trimester often brings a breath of fresh air. For many mamas, the nausea begins to ease, energy levels rise, and that long-awaited pregnancy glow may finally make an appearance. But with new comfort comes new changes—your body grows quickly, and you may find yourself needing extra support in places you didn’t expect. As…
