Join us on episode 7 where we interview Chris Kresser, a functional medicine practitioner. We discuss a fascinating theory about why preconception/prenatal health is so important, the best superfoods, supplements, and nutrients before and during pregnancy, the benefits of baby-led weaning versus pureed foods, the controversy regarding introducing allergenic foods early to avoid allergies later in life, and why self-care is so important for moms!

[0:00] Introduction of today’s guest, Chris Kresser

[1:00] Steph’s Updates

[3:24] Aglaée’s updates

[7:15] Chris Kresser’s Bio

[9:08] Developmental Origins Theory - Why nutrition is important before and during your pregnancy

[11:37] The most important foods/supplements to eat/take during pregnancy

[19:48] Risks/benefits of fish during pregnancy

[21:33] Starting solids: baby-led weaning vs. purees

[24:50] Chris’ thoughts on introducing allergenic foods to avoid allergies later in life

[26:33] Self-care tips for new moms

[28:10] Recommendations for child spacing 

[30:00] Info on Chris’ Healthy Baby Code program

[33:25] Steph + Aglaée: How to make liver palatable (recipes, tips/tricks)

[38:33] Steph + Aglaée: Our thoughts on child spacing

[41:09] Steph + Aglaée: Our thoughts on supplementation (favorite products)  

SHOWNOTES:

• The Health Baby Code Program by Chris Kresser

Stephanie's favorite supplements:

• Prenatal: Pure Encapsulation's Nutrient 950 with Vitamin K
• Probiotic: Ther-biotic Complete (for mom) and Ther-biotic Infant Powder (for baby)
• Fish Oil: Nordic Naturals ProOmega
• Magnesium: Thorne Magnesium Citrate
• Vitamin D: Thorne Vitamin D3
• Vitamin B Complex: Thorne Vitamin B Complex #6
• Red Raspberry Tincture: Seroyal/Genestra Raspberry Combination #1

Aglaée's favorite supplements:

• Thorne Research Basic Prenatal (with folate)
• CanPrev Vitamin D3 & K2 (in coconut oil)
• Nutrasea fish oil
• Nettle tea & red raspberry leaf tea
• Probiotics: Genestra HMF Super Powder
• Probiotics: Prescript Assist
• NFH Magnesium SAP
• Fermented cod liver oil
• My favorite sardines!
• Liver pâté recipe in my book Digestive Health with REAL Food

Join us on episode 6 as we talk openly with Gail Root, a pre and perinatal psychology and health expert, about what many moms really experience after childbirth. From the baby blues to postpartum psychosis, Gail helps us all understand what postpartum mood and anxiety disorders are, signs/symptoms to look out for, how friends/families can best help new moms, why these conditions are so under-diagnosed and under-treated, treatment options (including those suitable for breastfeeding women), and a ton of valuable resources!  

Please listen and share this episode with as many people as you can. You can help us increase the awareness of this issue and make sure moms get the support they deserve.

SHOWNOTES:

• Trailer: The Dark Side of the Moon
  (documentary about postpartum depression)
• Postpartum Support International (PSI)
• Get help: PSI Warmline
• In Canada: Pacific Postpartum Support Society
• The pamphlet Breaking the Silence: Understanding Postpartum Depression 
  available here from Noodle Soup
• Most medications for PPD are compatible with breastfeeding. Find info and help here:
• • La Leche League International
  • Dr. Thomas Hale, Breastfeeding and Mother's Milk.
  • Infant Risk Center