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Top 5 Postpartum Teas to Nourish Yourself After Birth
Taryn Firkser Taryn Firkser

Top 5 Postpartum Teas to Nourish Yourself After Birth

In this blog post, we'll explore my favourite postpartum teas, their benefits, and how they can aid in your postpartum healing journey. So, grab a cup of tea, find a cozy spot, and let's delve into the world of nurturing yourself after birth with the best postpartum teas for self-care and rejuvination.

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Nourishing Your Postpartum Journey: The Power of Bone Broth
Taryn Firkser Taryn Firkser

Nourishing Your Postpartum Journey: The Power of Bone Broth

In the whirlwind of early postpartum recovery, finding practical ways to nourish your body and regain strength is essential. Enter bone broth, a nutrient-dense elixir that has been a culinary staple for centuries. Packed with key vitamins andminerals, important amino acids, and anti-inflammatory properties, bone broth provides a wealth of nutrition and wellness benefits to new mothers. In this blog post, we’ll explore why bone broth is so supportive for postpartum health, how to make your own bone broth, and how to easily incorporate bone broth into your postpartum diet.

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Can You Eat While in Labour?
Taryn Firkser Taryn Firkser

Can You Eat While in Labour?

If you’re pregnant and planning a hospital birth, you may have been told that you can’t eat or drink during labour and birth. The reason often given for this policy is that there is a risk of aspiration should you require anesthesia. Yet at the same time, we also know that nutritional needs during labour are incredibly high. As scientific research acknowledges both nutritional needs during labour and the extremely low risk of aspiration, some hospitals are changing their policies and allowing food and drink consumption during labour.

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Pregnancy and Phthalates: What You Need to Know
Taryn Firkser Taryn Firkser

Pregnancy and Phthalates: What You Need to Know

Phthalates are in pretty much everything these days, yet have been shown to have harmful effects on humans, including fetuses. If you are planning a pregnancy or currently pregnant, this blog post contains important information for you to consider.

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Is Tylenol Safe During Pregnancy?
Taryn Firkser Taryn Firkser

Is Tylenol Safe During Pregnancy?

While national health agencies- and likely your doctor- will tell you that Tylenol is safe to use during pregnancy, a group of experts is cautioning women and healthcare providers that using Tylenol during pregnancy may impact fetal development.

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