Iodine is a trace mineral that doesn’t get much attention during pregnancy, but is vital for the development of thyroid hormones for both you and your baby. Read on to learn more about this...
Posts by Stephanie Searor, MS RD LDN
During pregnancy, the increase in circulating progesterone, and the addition of iron supplements can often lead to constipation. This can be uncomfortable and even downright painful. Wondering if...
Vitamin A, a fat soluble vitamin, is responsible for many major processes in the body. So, is there such a thing as too much? Can eating too much Vitamin A lead to birth defects during pregnancy?...
8 Foods To Help Reduce Swelling During Pregnancy (And 2 To Avoid)
Edema, or fluid accumulation, is a common occurrence during pregnancy. It can get worse as the pregnancy progresses, and can sometimes be an early warning sign of preeclampsia (source: Journal of...
Choline; ever heard of it? Did you know that it is a part of every single cell in your ENTIRE body, and that without it, we could not survive? Choline, also called Vitamin B4, is responsible...
Have you ever wondered if there was a way to increase your breast milk supply through the food you eat? While there is no magic pill or potion that can guarantee complete success with increased...