Vegan Pregnancy Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Have you ever wondered if your vegan diet is impacting your fertility? 

Have you been told you need to eat eggs to support your nutrient needs for pregnancy?

Do you second-guess your vegan diet if you're planning for baby? 

My client Shannon shares her story in today's episode, from experiencing multiple pregnancy losses to a healthy pregnancy at 20 weeks.

Listen as we discuss:

• What made her go from vegetarian to vegan
• What she was told she needs to eat for a healthy pregnancy
• How she changed her vegan diet during pregnancy
• How she overcame her first-trimester nausea
• What helped her ensure she was meeting her nutrient needs 

If you want to learn more about you can meet your nutrient needs for a healthy vegan pregnancy, check out:

veganprenatalnutrition.com
@vegan.pregnancy.nutrition

🚨This episode discusses recurrent loss.

Are you a vegan mom-to-be worried about getting enough nutrients like iron and protein but don't want to eat meat?

You're not alone!

Join me for today's special episode with only of my past vegan mama clients and children's author, Ruthie Rei.

She shares what has helped her raise her 15-month-old baby girl vegan and the inspiration behind her debut children's book, My Little Ray of Sunshine.

You can grab your free e-book copy here for a limited time only; Hardcover is also available for purchase here.

To connect with Ruthie, join her here on social.

To learn if nutrition coaching is a good fit for you, learn more here:

veganprenatalnutrition.com

@vegan.pregnancy.nutrition

• What to know about developmental milestones
• How to pick a supportive provider
• When to start solids
• What are the best foods to offer
• Why kids shouldn't eat "kid food"
• What to know about food allergen exposure

If you're a first-time vegan mom, this episode is jam-packed with best practices for feeding your infant or toddler.

Enjoy!

About Rachel: 

Rachel is a Pediatric Occupational Therapist who focuses on treating the whole child, which includes supporting the family as well. She specializes in sensory processing, the DIR/Floortime model, picky eating/feeding support, and executive function skills. What she loves most about her job is making and building connections with kids and families - and that her work is actually play!

To connect with Rachel, follow her on social @rhrtherapies or visit her website at rhrtherapies.com

• common myths surrounding period recovery
• how to best support your fertility
• what to know before you start IVF
• her fertility journey
• her favorite nutrition and stress-management tips!
  
  

About Lindsey:

Lindsey Lusson is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in disordered eating and infertility. She has both personal and professional experience with Hypothalamic Amenorrhea (HA) or period loss related to over exercise and under eating. Her experience led her to become passionate about educating and empowering others to advocate for their health and take charge of their fertility through proper nutrition.

She has helped dozens of women recover natural cycles, get pregnant, and heal their relationship with food and exercise along the way. 

You can connect with Lindsey at @food.freedom.fertility

• the #1 thing that helped her manage her nausea
• what ultimately boosted her confidence in her diet
• how she successfully navigates concerns from others
• the key resources that help give her peace of mind

Whether you're planning a pregnancy or are currently expecting, sometimes veganism may be difficult to navigate if you're in a non-vegan partnership. 

Because pregnancy means your choices don't just impact you anymore, it's essential to have open conversations with your partner.

Since my husband isn't vegan, I asked him to share his thoughts, lessons learned, and overall journey from being a heavy meat-eater to predominately plant-based.

In today's episode, you'll hear:

• why he stopped eating meat
• his biggest initial concerns eating plant-based
• what helped him feel confident meeting his needs
• his favorite vegan foods (hint: not vegan cheese!)
• how we manage our vegan-non vegan household and family events

To continue the conversation and share how you're managing a non-vegan partnership for pregnancy, send me a DM on Instagram @vegan.prenatal.nutrition! 

In today's episode, past client Romy shares insights she learned from her fertility journey and reflected on her vegan values as a mom-to-be. 

You'll hear her share...

• Why not staying vegan never entered the conversation
• What she learned from her fertility journey
• What helped her feel reassured in her nutrition for pregnancy
• How she tweaks her meals to reach her specific goals
• Her favorite nutrient swap 

And more!

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Romy is vegan for the animals, the planet, and herself, in that order. She is pregnant with her first child (thanks IVF!) and due in May 2022.

Very rarely in nutrition are broad public health nutrition recommendations clear-cut and applicable to all.

This is true for choosing a prenatal supplement with folic acid or folate.

It's essential to consider what you're eating, how you're supplementing, and your personal health history to determine what's best for your pregnancy. 

I'll share a quick story about a mildly upsetting email I received last week in today's episode. I feel it's important to share this experience with you because it highlights where I stand as a healthcare provider and vegan dietitian.

Enjoy!

Connect with Maya:
Website: Vegan Pregnancy Collective
Instagram: @vegan.prenatal.nutrition