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The truth about postpartum hair loss
You’ve just been through 9+ months of pregnancy, the marathon event that is birth, then navigating postpartum recovery...
Protecting your energy during the holidays as a mum (for more joy & less post-Christmas collapse)
The holidays and Christmas can be a magical, memorable time, especially in motherhood with the joy and excitement that...
So, you’ve got low iron level? 5 important things you need to know about treating iron deficiency in motherhood
Low iron levels are one of the most common things I see in the blood work of the mothers I work with, which is not...
Why does your first period postpartum suck?! Making sense of your menstrual cycle in early motherhood
Many women find their first menstrual period after birth to be a difficult experience - something that catches many...
Are you just a tired mum? Or do you actually have a postpartum thyroid condition?
Fatigue and exhaustion are so common in early motherhood that it’s often brushed off as being a normal part of being a...
How to Survive Broken Sleep: Reverse Engineering Your Sleep Survival Plan
All too often, the first time a mother reaches out to me for help with broken sleep is when she is at the end of her...
Sustainable postpartum weight loss – the most important things you need to know to actually lose weight
The journey through pregnancy and birth brings big physical changes and it's completely natural to want to reconnect...
So, you want to lose weight postpartum? Ask yourself these 5 questions first
Pregnancy brings about immense physical changes in your body and it's only natural to want a sense of comfort and...
Sleep deprived, exhausted, and no idea how to support yourself? Start here!
Feeling blurry-eyed, foggy headed, and utterly exhausted from the moment you get up in the morning to that...
The tired mums guide to overcoming postnatal depletion
Healing from postpartum depletion is about so much more than just finding the right supplement, drinking more coffee,...
The best protein & collagen powders for mothers
It’s no secret that I’m big on prioritising protein in your meals and snacks (read more about why here), and although...
A guide to protein powders and collagen supplements
It’s no secret that I’m big on prioritising protein in your meals and snacks (read more about why here), and although...
Which prenatal vitamin should I take? The ultimate guide to prenatal supplements
The perinatal period spans from preconception, through pregnancy, birth, postpartum, breastfeeding and beyond. It is a...
Is ‘perfect’ mothering draining your energy? 5 ways it’s weighing you down
Could your quest to be the perfect mother, the good mother, actually be draining your energy? You might be caught in...
Surviving broken sleep: the 5 most important things to protect the sleep you are getting
Navigating broken sleep as a mother of a wakeful baby can be one of the most challenging parts of becoming a mother....
Overcoming sugar cravings: 5 reasons why you can’t control yourself around sweets
It’s 3pm and you’re reaching for the chocolate, lollies, or cookies… again. You told yourself that you were going to...
3 reasons your energy is crashing in the afternoon (beyond broken sleep)
Do you ever struggle with energy crashes in the afternoon? Maybe you’re managing to get through the first part of the...
Mothers of wakeful babies, are you making this common mistake?
If you’re a mother of a wakeful baby (or babies!), I’d be willing to bet you’ve made this mistake before. And you know...
Do you have postnatal depletion?
There is currently an epidemic of exhausted mothers who are dragging themselves through motherhood totally burnt out,...
San choy bau
To say that I’ve been on a san choy bau bender would be an understatement. This meal has been on repeat in my kitchen...
Three foods that might be draining your energy in motherhood (and 3 others to start eating instead)
Early motherhood is a time of significantly increased physical, mental, and emotional, and it’s primarily the...
Stages of postpartum
Whenever I begin working with a mother in clinic, one of the first things I begin to think about is what stage of...
Surviving gastro: managing recovery when your whole family gets sick
Some things in family life are unavoidable. Sadly, gastro is one of those things. Our whole family was recently struck...
5 blood tests every mother needs postpartum
Blood testing is a big part of my clinical practice and in my work with mothers I lean heavily into the ‘test, don’t...
In defence of gentle parenting
This week I listened to the latest episode of Bari Weiss’s podcast, Honestly, titled “What’s the best way to raise...
Why eating a protein-rich breakfast is my number one tip for new mums
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: Mama, you're probably not eating enough protein! As a new mother, your protein needs are...
Gelatin gummies
For those of you who’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know I’m a big fan of gelatin gummies. It's a simple and...
Supporting your child’s immunity when starting daycare
When children first start childcare, the frustrating truth it is that they are going to get sick. Frequently. Their...
Homemade vanilla ice cream (real foods ingredients, no machine)
If you follow me over on Insta, you’ll know that I’ve been following a predominantly animal-based diet for the last 2...
Eating for energy: is your diet affecting your energy levels?
The food you eat can have a profound impact on how you feel, from your mood to your energy production pathways to the...
Hey mama, feeling exhausted? This might be the reason why
Fatigue or exhaustion is one of the most common concerns I see in mothers in my clinic. It’s so common for mothers to...
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