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Would you like to know what a dietitian really eats? These dietitians gladly dish about their own healthy habits and give helpful nutrition advice to the masses in a fun and upbeat way.
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Sensible Tips for Healthy Post-Baby Weight Loss

Wholesome nutrition, rest, and appropriate physical activity are all keys to weight management after your baby is born. Many wonderful changes have transpired since having your baby. Whether this is your first or fifth child, it is important to find a few moments to “take it all in.” During your pregnancy, you may have changed your eating habits to support your baby’s development. Now, proper nutrition is just as important especially if you are breastfeeding. Most women lose approximately ten pounds during childbirth, which includes the weight of the baby, amniotic fluid, placenta, and retained fluids. The fat that is stored during pregnancy will take your personal effort and reasonable expectations to lose.

Eat a diet that includes wholesome foods and engage in moderate physical activity to get your body back into shape after pregnancy. Take small steps to adapt to the changes that come with having a new baby as it will help you achieve your health goals. Each pregnancy is unique, as is the time needed for recovery. Therefore, you may need to wait up to six weeks or longer to begin a consistent physical activity routine. Starting too abruptly or vigorously after your delivery can impede recovery, energy level, and lactation. Together with you and your doctor, we will develop a realistic plan to help you attain a healthy weight through physical activity and diet. Our goal is to get to know you as an individual and provide support every step along the way.

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Who are We?

We are women who are passionate about women’s health. As registered dietitians and health educators at Mindful Nutrition Counseling, we will provide you with the tools and support that you need to achieve good health at every stage of your life. This includes hormone balance through optimal nutrition; weight management; nutrition education before, during and after pregnancy; and solutions for stress management.

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