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January always tries to convince us we need to do January always tries to convince us we need to do the MOST. And TTC/pregnancy adds a whole extra layer of pressure!! But I’m not doing strict rules this year — I’m doing repeatable routines I can stick with! One of my go-tos: keeping @nelliesfreerange eggs stocked every week. 💛 Nellie’s hens are raised outdoors on open pastures. You can see and taste the difference!! It’s such a simple way to stay consistent with protein + nutrients like choline (a big one for pregnancy)! ✨ What is your favorite way to eat eggs??
Experiencing digestive symptoms during pregnancy?? Experiencing digestive symptoms during pregnancy?? 💩💨❤️‍🔥 If you’re dealing with constipation, gas, bloating, nausea, or random diarrhea… just know this: you’re not doing anything wrong. 🫶 Pregnancy digestion is affected by hormones, slowing motility, and literal anatomy changes — but you can support it with the right strategy. Inside The Prenatal Nutrition Library (TPNL), we have step-by-step guides that walk you through: ✅ what to do when you’re backed up ✅ what to eat when you’re bloated ✅ how to support digestion without guessing Plus: you can search recipes tagged “good for constipation” + build your own custom meal plan!! 💬 Comment PLAN to try the app free!
This sounds dramatic but it’s the truth. (I’m This sounds dramatic but it’s the truth. (I’m talking about planned pregnancies, ofc.) And don’t get me wrong… I planned my own wedding for over a year. Weddings come with timelines, vendors, and a million decisions you have to make. Of course, we want that day to be magnificent 👰🏼 But pregnancy isn’t a single day… or a party. It’s so much bigger than that. And when there isn’t a season of prep—or a clear plan—most people default to: • Late-night Googling • A provider they aren’t happy with • Nutrient depletion • Non-stop fatigue • Anxiety about the unknown That’s not preparation. That’s panic. Planning for pregnancy doesn’t mean perfection. It doesn’t mean you can control everything (or that anxiety won’t still show up). It doesn’t mean turning TTC into a second job. It means setting firm foundations, so you feel more supported with: energy, digestion, nutrient stores, mineral balance, stress tolerance, and day-to-day resilience! Because planning a wedding helps one day go smoothly. Planning for pregnancy helps your body carry the load for yearssss to come! ✨ If you want the exact priorities I focus on, the foundations I’ve built for myself, and coaching to tailor it to your life, that’s what we’re doing inside the Training for Pregnancy Program!! Comment (or DM me) PREP22 for details and to enroll! 🩷
You might be missing the whole point. Because th You might be missing the whole point. Because the goal isn’t to turn TTC into a second job. It’s not to obsess. It’s not to rely on “willpower” to avoid carbs and sugar. The whole point is to help your body feel calm, supported, nourished. To build routines you can actually repeat. To close common gaps (because yes, many people enter pregnancy depleted…). To support blood sugar, digestion, and immune function… without adding “pressure” or removing joy. And sure—any real, positive change takes a little learning + intentionality + consistency. But if you’re here reading this… I’m going to assume that’s what you want. If you’re thinking, “Okay… but how do I actually do this??” That’s exactly what I teach inside The Training for Pregnancy Program. 🚫 This is not a complete diet overhaul. It’s not a strict list of “foods to avoid” and “foods to include.” ✅ It’s simple. Realistic. Effective. Encouraging. Designed to help you feel better now—while setting you up for the pregnancy you deserve. 💬 comment (or DM me) PREP22 to get the training for pregnancy program details 🩷
If you’ve been dieting for years, TTC can feel l If you’ve been dieting for years, TTC can feel like the moment to “get it together.” But that pressure can work against you Because TTC isn’t a weight-loss season. It’s a “my body needs nourishment” season. And when “getting it together” turns into cutting carbs + counting calories, your body often reads that as scarcity and stress— not support. Even if your intentions are good (I know they are!) What your body needs most before pregnancy is consistency in: ✨ enough fuel ✨ enough carbs to feel energized + clear ✨ enough protein + key micronutrients to build stores ✨ less stress on your nervous system If you’ve been stuck in the cycle of “tighten up → burn out → start over”… you’re not broken. You’ve just been using a strategy that wasn’t designed for THIS season 🌈🤰. ✨ That’s exactly what we do inside Training for Pregnancy coaching: we build a realistic nutrition structure you can actually stick with (without tracking, obsessing, or dieting), and we tailor it to your body, lifestyle, symptoms, and goals — so you can feel confident walking into pregnancy. 🔥 Comment PREP22 and I’ll send you the details + enrollment link!
7 foods to support both partners’ fertility! ⬇ 7 foods to support both partners’ fertility! ⬇️ Fertility isn’t just a “her” thing. Preconception nutrition matters for BOTH partners (SEND THIS TO YOUR SO)! 🩷 🥄 Chia seeds Fiber + magnesium + omega-3s → mineral intake and digestion (the perfect blend of fiber) 🥔 Potatoes Potassium + vitamin C + satisfying carbs → support stress tolerance, steady energy, and ovulation-friendly fueling. 🥦 Broccoli Folate + vitamin C + compounds that support estrogen metabolism → helpful for hormone balance for both partners. 🌰 Walnuts One of the best “fertility nuts” — omega-3 ALA (fats) + antioxidants + minerals that support sperm quality and overall reproductive health. 🥥 Coconut water Electrolytes for hydration + nervous system support → underrated for stress resilience (which matters for cycles + sperm). 🍅 Tomatoes (lycopene) A powerful antioxidant tied to healthier sperm parameters and reproductive cell protection. 🐟 Salmon DHA + vitamin D + protein → supports egg quality, sperm membrane integrity, hormones, and baby’s brain development later. 🫐 Blueberries Polyphenol-rich antioxidants → help lower oxidative stress (a big driver of egg + sperm damage). Of course, this is not an all-inclusive list. There are many other foods that support fertility but these are a great place to start. Want help turning this into a plan you can actually follow!? ✨ For a free trial of my app (build your custom meal plan + use the recipe index + food checker), comment ‘PLAN’ below 🔥 If you’re interested in my 6-week Training for Pregnancy coaching program (weekly coaching + accountability + personalized troubleshooting), comment ‘PREP22’ below You can also comment both options!
Other things I eat on a regular basis: 🍪 desse Other things I eat on a regular basis: 🍪 dessert! I ate it this day I can assure ya just didn’t take a photo 🌮 usually weekly Tex-Mex bc I live in Houston ☕️ coffee, obviously, with almond milk & honey 🥗 salad bc I genuinely like it! 🍚 we eat white rice 🧈 I use real butter 🥩 red meat I aim to include protein, fat, fiber, colors, and flavor at every meal but I don’t follow any “food rules” and I mostly eat based on what sounds good to me at the time! Is a 2026 pregnancy on your mind?? 👉🏼then Join my 6-Week Training for Pregnancy Program— a repeatable plan you’ll actually stick to + live coaching to optimize it for YOUR life! We start the first week of February! 🩷 Limited space. 👉🏼 comment (or DM me) TRAIN and I’ll send you the details
Trying to conceive? Your doctor probably won’t s Trying to conceive? Your doctor probably won’t say these things but I wish they would!👇🏼 Mine said “make sure you start a prenatal vitamin” …. Eekkk 😬 luckily, she happily ordered labs I wanted! 1️⃣ Yes, start a prenatal… but food matters too (actually more). A prenatal is a great foundation — but it can’t replace consistent meals, enough protein, key minerals, and real nutrient intake. Your daily nutrition is what builds the stores your body pulls from in pregnancy. 2️⃣ Let’s do labs now— is there anything specific you want to check?? At minimum, ask about: CBC, ferritin + iron panel, vitamin D, B12, thyroid (full panel), A1c (and more based on your history). 3️⃣ Nutrition matters for how you feel now… AND how pregnancy feels later. Steadier energy, better digestion, fewer cravings, stronger nutrient stores, more stable mood— these habits support fertility and set you up for a smoother pregnancy foundation. 4️⃣ Painful, heavy, or irregular cycles aren’t just “normal.” They can be clues about ovulation, thyroid issues, PCOS, endometriosis, inflammation, or nutrient depletion. 5️⃣ Your partner matters too. Sperm health impacts fertilization + early embryo development. This is not all on you. 🫶 6️⃣ Blood sugar balance is one of the most underrated fertility supports. If you’re skipping meals, living on caffeine, constantly crashing, or feeling “hangry”… your body is getting stress signals all day. Steady meals = steadier hormones + steadier energy. 7️⃣ You don’t need a detox or “diet” that cuts out any foods. Your body already has detox systems. What it needs is more nourishment: whole foods, colorful produce, fiber, protein, and hydration. If you’re serious about a 2026 pregnancy, don’t leave this to chance. You don’t need more random tips — you need a plan you will actually follow! ✨ My “6-Week Training for Pregnancy Program” is for you if you want to walk into pregnancy confident and start lowering your risk of pregnancy complications now! Nutrition isn’t everything but it is one thing we can control. Spots are limited & we start the first week of February! 💬 Comment or DM me “TRAIN” and I’ll send you the link to enroll!!
Are you planning a pregnancy?? Eat these!!👇🏼 Are you planning a pregnancy?? Eat these!!👇🏼 EGGS BERRIES AVOCADO LEAFY GREENS OYSTERS ASPARAGUS BEEF WALNUTS PUMPKIN SEEDS FISH YOGURT Why?? Antioxidants, protein, iron, zinc, magnesium, potassium, choline, folate, fiber, iodine, calcium, and more! TTC can feel weirdly high pressure, especially when you are reallyyyy trying to optimize your fertility 🙋🏼‍♀️ This is exactly why I created the Training for Pregnancy Program! ✨🤰 Stop guessing and start feeling: 🌸 calm + clear about what matters most 🌸 consistent without being strict! 🌸 supported with encouragement to keep you going 🌸 confident you’re building a real foundation for pregnancy!! We start the first week of February and you’ll get coached (by me!) for 6 weeks!! 💬 comment TRAIN (or DM me) to get the details and enroll !
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