So you’ve finally “arrived” and are now pregnant, congratulations! And while I know you are daydreaming of the moment you’ll get to meet your baby, you might start to notice triggers around food and body image. It seems there is no other time in life where there is so much focus on nutrition as there is when you are pregnant. And sure, you can google your way to finding out what foods to focus on but my nutrition counseling program for pregnancy goes BEYOND the numbers.
If you have struggled with your weight throughout your life, have spent time dieting or struggled with disordered eating or an eating disorder, pregnancy and postpartum can be incredibly triggering.
You might find you have a difficult time:
Coping with gaining weight (or are not gaining enough weight)
Feeling preoccupied with eating the “right” foods
Adjusting to changes in your appetite
Processing changes in your body
Through working together during pregnancy, imagine if…
You trusted your body to do exactly what it needs to do without fixating on weight or the scale
You had space and mental focus to prepare for the arrival of your baby
You didn’t judge or second guess your bodies hunger, fullness and appetite cues
You welcomed changes and felt confident in your changing body
Mamas to be who work with me know that in doing this difficult but important healing for themselves, they are setting the stage for their children to be in tune with their bodies. For women in recovery, knowing that you are protecting your family from the damaging cycles of dieting, disordered eating and eating disorders- this brings peace and healing. I would love to support you in this special season of life!
To speak with me and ensure that working together feels like a good fit, please schedule a complimentary discovery call.
