The Postpartum Shift

70. Navigating Gluten-Free Life After a Celiac Diagnosis

Feeling overwhelmed by gluten-free living? Whether you're newly diagnosed with celiac—or supporting your child through it—you’re not alone, mama 💛. In this episode, I open up about my 15-year journey with celiac and my son’s recent diagnosis. I’m breaking down what to eat, how to handle eating out, and how to shift your mindset so gluten-free feels empowering, not restricting.
🎧 What to Listen For:
What celiac disease actually does to your gut (and why diagnosis matters)
My son’s recent diagnosis and how we’re navigating it as a family
The mindset shift that made gluten-free living sustainable
Grocery shopping tips that won’t break the bank
Why gluten-free doesn’t automatically mean “healthier”
What to look for when reading food labels (and what to skip)
How to dine out or grab fast food without stress
My go-to gluten-free snacks for travel, school, and diaper bags
Why it’s okay to feel frustrated—and how to move through it with grace
Gluten-free living might feel scary at first, but I promise—it gets easier 💛. With the right mindset, the right tools, and a little support, you can thrive, not just survive. If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to see you in my free workshop (linked below!) and over on Instagram @NutritionForMamas. You’re not alone in this—let’s figure it out together.
🎧 Listen now, share with a mama friend, and don’t forget to leave a review if this episode helped you.
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
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69. Postpartum Skin Issues: Top Triggers & Simple Solutions with Jennifer Fugo

If you’re dealing with frustrating skin changes after having a baby—you're not alone. This episode is a must-listen. Clinical nutritionist Jennifer Fugo breaks down what’s really going on with postpartum rashes, what they signal about your health, and how to start healing from the inside out.Here's a sneak peak:
[01:04] Meet Jennifer Fugo: Clinical nutritionist and skin health expert
[02:17] Common skin issues during pregnancy—what’s normal, what’s not
[04:48] Why acne during pregnancy varies so much (and what might be driving it)
[05:46] Postpartum skin issues that appear after baby arrives—and why they surface
[08:54] What cradle cap really means and how to treat it naturally
[11:12] First steps you can take today to improve skin health from the inside out
[16:36] Jennifer’s top 3-5 foods for healing and supporting your skin
[17:41] Additional strategies to balance hormones, support detox, and calm skin inflammation
[19:05] How to get Jennifer’s free Skin Rash Root Cause Guide and connect with her clinic
 
If you’ve been battling rashes, inflammation, or frustrating postpartum skin symptoms, you’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. Healing your skin starts from within, and the tips in today’s episode are the perfect first step. Tune in now to learn how to support your body through nourishment, not deprivation. 🎧💗
💡Ready for more? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and check out our free workshop on healing hormones and metabolism postpartum!
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
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68. How Nutrition Impacts Postpartum Depression (and What to Eat)

Ever wonder how food might affect your mood after baby? In this episode, Brooke dives deep into the powerful connection between postpartum depression and nutrition. Learn how small, nourishing changes can support your mental health, mood, and healing during one of the most emotionally intense seasons of motherhood.
Here's a sneak peek:
[1:17] How nutrition can help prevent postpartum depression[3:55] A whole-body approach to healing[5:11] Common postpartum nutrient deficiencies[8:51] Gut health’s role in mood and depression[11:20] The #1 habit that boosts my mood
Your nutrition doesn't just impact your body—it powerfully shapes your emotional and mental well-being. In this episode, Brooke equips you with practical, nutrient-based strategies to reduce your risk of postpartum depression and reclaim your energy and joy. 💛
👉 Ready for more? Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and grab your free seat to the mood-boosting workshop linked in the show notes!
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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67. The Truth About Postpartum Exhaustion (And What to Do About It)

Just because postpartum exhaustion is common doesn’t mean it’s normal. If you’re tired of feeling tired all the time, this episode is for you. Brooke shares proven ways to reclaim your energy without losing your milk supply or sanity.
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
[1:00] Why exhaustion is common—but not normal postpartum
[9:14] The top nutrition mistake moms make postpartum
[10:13] Balancing blood sugar to prevent energy crashes
[10:58] Signs you may have nutrient deficiencies (like iron)
[12:29] How food sensitivities can quietly steal your energy
[13:46] The connection between mood, depression & fatigue
[14:07] Why a simple daily walk can transform your energy
[15:45] Finding your root cause for exhaustion—and fixing it
 
You deserve to feel energized, nourished, and like yourself again—without sacrificing your milk supply or peace of mind. Start by identifying your root cause and making one small change today. I’m cheering for you, Mama! 💪✨
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift?  Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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66. Breaking Up with the Scale—Here’s Why It Might Be Time

What’s your relationship like with the scale? Supportive… or toxic?
In this episode, we’re having a real talk about that little number that can hold way too much power. If stepping on the scale has ever messed with your mood, your motivation, or your sense of self-worth—you are not alone.
I’m walking you through why weight might just be a side effect (not the goal), how to stop using the scale as your main measure of progress, and how to start tuning into what actually matters when it comes to healing postpartum.
This isn’t about ignoring your goals—it’s about shifting your focus to real signs of success, like better energy, stable moods, stronger metabolism, and food freedom. 💪✨
💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:
[1:02] Why weight changes can be a side effect, not the main issue
[4:42] The mind game the scale plays—and how it sabotages your progress
[6:55] Signs it’s time to break up with your scale (even temporarily)
[11:35] Non-scale victories: how to actually measure progress
[14:22] Learning to tune into hunger and fullness cues
[14:57] Cold turkey or weaning off? How to step away from the scale
[16:54] When (and how) to know if you’re ready to bring the scale back
If the scale is stealing your joy or hijacking your progress, it might be time to redefine what success looks like. Tune in for a refreshing perspective and simple shifts you can make today to feel more empowered in your postpartum journey.
💛 Share this episode with a mama who needs this mindset shift—and don’t forget to hit subscribe for more encouragement every week.
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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65. Why Your Postpartum Checkup Isn’t Enough (And What to Focus on Instead)

Your six-week postpartum checkup is often seen as the finish line for recovery—but let’s be real: does a quick chat about birth control and a number on the scale really reflect how you’re doing?
In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on what postpartum healing actually looks like beyond that standard appointment. We’re talking about how to nourish your hormones, protect your metabolism, and stop letting the scale define your progress. Because thriving postpartum isn’t about shrinking your body—it’s about replenishing it. 💪✨
You’ll hear my personal experience with postpartum checkups (including how triggering the scale was), what I focused on those first few months, and how my approach shifted after each of my babies.
Let this episode be your reminder: healing is not a one-size-fits-all process—and your body deserves more than just a weigh-in.
🔍 Sneak Peek Inside the Episode:
[1:02] I share about my 6-week postpartum checkup, birth control, getting weighed
[4:21] My focus for the first two months postpartum
[9:25] What to do after the first two months?
[12:41] My second and third postpartum experience
[14:00] We have a belief about what it means to get down to our pre-baby body and how you talk to your body about it
Your six-week appointment doesn’t define your healing. Tune in for encouragement and practical strategies to support your hormones, mood, metabolism, and mindset—because you deserve to feel good in your body again. 💛
If this episode resonates, send it to a fellow mama who needs a reminder that her body is doing an amazing job—and hit subscribe so you never miss a dose of postpartum support.
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. 
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
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64. Feeling addicted to sugar? This one is for you

🍫 Ever feel like you just can’t stop craving sweets?
You’re not alone—and it’s not a willpower problem.
In this week’s episode, I’m diving into the real reasons behind sugar cravings (especially in postpartum) and why it might feel like you’re addicted to sugar. I’ll also share the exact strategies that helped me get out of the sugar-crash cycle without cutting out the foods I love.
Here’s what we’ll cover:
🌀 [2:00] What a sugar crash actually feels like (and the symptoms to look for)🔍 [3:24] The real root causes behind those intense cravings🛠️ [4:29] How to fix the root—not just slap a Band-Aid on it💭 [6:53] A personal story: when I felt most addicted to sugar🤱 [7:30] Why sugar cravings are so common for postpartum moms😔 [9:24] Guilt, shame, and the hidden beliefs we hold around sugar
If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just eat better?”—this one’s for you.
🎧 Tune in now and learn how to nourish your body in a way that actually works with your cravings, not against them.
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
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63. The truth about breastfeeding and weight loss

Is breastfeeding really the magic key to postpartum weight loss? 🤱⚖️
In this week’s episode, we’re busting a major myth that leaves so many moms feeling confused, frustrated, and even defeated.
Brooke gets real about what actually happens with your weight while breastfeeding—and what your body really needs to heal, feel good, and support your milk supply.
Here’s what we’re diving into:
⏱ [3:15] — Why breastfeeding doesn’t guarantee weight loss (and what to focus on instead)🍽 [4:20] — How calories and nutrition really work while nursing🧬 [5:35] — The role of hormones and metabolism in postpartum weight🍬 [8:10] — Blood sugar balance and why it matters more than you think😩 [11:00] — How stress impacts weight and healing💛 [12:50] — What you can control—and how to take empowered action
Whether you're weeks or months into your journey, this episode will help you shift from frustrated to informed. Let’s clear up the confusion and start feeling good in your body again.
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
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62. From Surviving to Thriving: Wellness Tips for Medical Mamas

Being a medical mama comes with a unique set of challenges—appointments, therapies, equipment, and nonstop caregiving. In this heartfelt conversation, I sat down with a fellow medical mama and dietitian, Shanna from Wellness for the Win, to talk about what it really looks like to take care of yourself when your child’s needs are constant. If you’re feeling burnt out, this episode is for you.
Here's a sneak peek:
[0:45] Shanna Intro
[1:43] Medical moms and the diagnosis of their children
[5:24] The gap and the gain book
[7:48] Mental and physical health for moms, Shanna shares about going to therapy
[10:58] The benefits of exercise
[16:21] Faith has helped through medical diagnosis
[19:36] Having a balanced breakfast is key and waiting to have coffee later in the day
[22:45] Accepting help
[25:18] Having regular date nights is a priority 
[27:59] Maintaining friendships
[31:23] Mental and physical health are intertwined
Being a medical mom often means putting others' needs first—but your health and wellness deserve attention too. This episode offers real, sustainable strategies to help you build strength, resilience, and balance in your everyday life. Don’t miss this heartfelt and hope-filled conversation with me and Shanna. 💛🎧 Hit play now—and if this resonated with you, share it with a fellow mama and subscribe for more encouragement each week!
You can follow Shanna on Instagram @wellnessforthewin
 
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
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61. Healthy Relationship with Food and Body

If you're tired of food guilt, negative self-talk, or feeling like your health goals have to come at the cost of joy, this episode is for you. I dive into how to nourish yourself and your kids in a balanced, compassionate way. No more food rules, just freedom and empowerment.
Here's a sneak peek:
[0:50] Trying to find the middle ground
[3:02] No food is good or bad
[4:11] What are your current thoughts around food?
[5:33] Things we grew up with that don't align with what we want our kids to think about food and body
[8:24] Normalizing all foods in your house and avoiding negative body talk
[10:03] Modeling how we want our kids to feel about food and body
[11:20] Avoid food as a punishment
[12:30] It all starts with awareness
 
You don’t need to be perfect to raise kids with a healthy mindset about food and their bodies—you just need to start with awareness. The shifts you make now will impact generations.
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Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, and getting it right can make a huge difference in your energy, mood, and overall health postpartum. If you’ve been making these common mistakes, don’t stress—small changes can have a big impact! Grab my Postpartum Breakfast Guide for easy, balanced meals that will leave you feeling nourished and satisfied. Click the link in the show notes to get yours today!
Click Here to Join the Free Workshop: How to Feel Like Yourself Again Postpartum & Reach Your Healthiest Weight without Sacrificing Your Favorite Foods or Milk Supply
👋 Follow me & say hi on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas 
Ready to join us inside The Postpartum Shift? Click here!
Wondering what my favorite breastfeeding, nutrition, vitamin & supplement recommendations are? Check them out here! 
Please rate, review and subscribe to the podcast! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Get a 7 day free trial & save 15% off the yearly subscription of the Expecting & Empowered Workout App! Use code: NUTRITIONFORMAMAS at checkout: https://app.expectingandempowered.com/subscriptions/