Nutrition For Your Healthy Pregnancy

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1 Nutrition For Your Healthy Pregnancy Week 6 Postpartum Julie Matthews is not a physician. She does not diagnose or treat disease. This information and her statements are not intended to replace a one-on-one relationship with a qualified health-care professional, and is not intended to provide medical advice. For medical advice, always seek a physician. This information is solely intended as a sharing of knowledge and information based upon the experience and research of Julie Matthews/Healthful Living. The CDC and FDA warn against consuming raw dairy during pregnancy. Do not distribute 1

2 Childbirth Recovery Chicken broth and other stocks Chicken Cod liver oil Red raspberry leaf Nettles Potassium broth Building up nutrient reserves after birth is important to help with energy, breast milk supply, inflammation and recovery, and neurotransmitters. Do not distribute 2

3 Postpartum Diet more calories than when pregnant Focus on: Avoid: Cooked, warm food Avoid high sugars and Quality fats: omega 3, refined carbs coconut oil, butter, raw Avoid all food additives, omega 6 oils, and olive oil artificial ingredients and Fresh fruits and vegetables preservatives Leafy greens Anti-lactogenic foods: soft Broths drinks, caffeine, coffee, Fermented foods chocolate, citrus Lactogenic foods: soaked Broccoli, cauliflower, grains, root vegetables, cabbage, Brussels sprouts legumes (avoid first few weeks) Eggs Reduce cold and raw food Adequate protein from animal and/or plant sources Water! Postpartum Depression Work with a qualified therapist or physician and Take care of yourself Eat regularly and keep blood sugar stable. Good nutrition/protein Omega 3 Evening primrose oil Placenta Water Exercise Breastfeeding Do not distribute 3

4 Postpartum Depression Work with a qualified therapist or physician and Primary care support Hormone levels, thyroid, adrenals, fatty acids Emotional support and postpartum crisis line Reduce stress Sleep Avoid food sensitivities Susun Weed postpartum tea Tryptophan and tyrosine-containing foods Poor nutrition Breastfeeding Inadequate Supply Stress Baby's inability to latch on properly or suck hard enough to stimulate milk production, and the comfort level the mother has with nursing. Confer with a lactation consultant for help in determining the cause of low milk supply. Do not distribute 4

5 Breastfeeding Supporting Milk Production Reduce stress Drink plenty of water and liquids such as stocks, soups, tea Consult a lactation specialist to identify other nursing tips that may help like proper latching on, frequent feeding, etc. MotherLove More Milk Plus and Traditional Medicinals Mother s Milk tea are prepared tincture and tea formulas. Herbs: Fenugreek, blessed thistle, dandelion root (may not be appropriate for all women) and leaf, nettle leaf, fennel seed, marshmallow root, red raspberry leaf, and slippery elm Always check herbs for contraindications and confirm the use of herbs with a qualified medical professional Breastfeeding Foods that Encourage Milk Production Fermented foods and beverages Porridges of soaked grains like oats and barley Grains such as rice prepared as slow-cooked congee, buckwheat and quinoa Legumes: lentils, garbanzo beans, black beans (not canned) Nuts and seeds such as almonds and Nut/Coconut milk Avocado Leafy greens: kale, dandelion greens, Swiss chard, etc. Root vegetables: Beets, carrots, winter squash Fresh fruits: Figs, nectarines, peaches, apricots, plums Sea vegetables (dulse, hijiki, and kombu) Oils: olive, coconut, sesame, butter and ghee Spices (used in cooking, not as supplements): Ginger, cinnamon, coriander, cardamom, fennel seed, cumin and fenugreek Eat foods high in calcium, iron, and protein Do not distribute 5

6 Breastfeeding Anti-Lactogenic Foods to Avoid Avoid large quantities of: rosemary, thyme, peppermint, spearmint, sage, parsley. Avoid soft-drinks and carbonated beverages Avoid coffee, black and green tea Avoid chocolate Avoid citric acid in foods such as citrus Careful of sour berries Vitamin C supplements B6 supplements (not more than 200mg) Possibly tomatoes, cucumbers, paprika Possibly apples bananas and avocado Avoid any food baby is sensitive to (as a general rule) Breastfeeding Herbs to AVOID Always check all herbs for safety while nursing before using. Aloe vera Basil Bugleweed Cascara sagrada Coltsfoot Comfrey Elecampane Ephedra Parsley (will dry up milk) Sage (will dry up milk) Wormwood Do not distribute 6

7 Infant Care Homemade Baby Formula Recipes from Weston A Price Cow s milk or Goat s milk Nutrition Comparison chart: html#chart Ear Infections/Antibiotics Work with your pediatrician for proper remedy for your child. Ask about supplements and topical remedies Contributors to ear infections Cow s milk Bottle feeding Excessive antibiotics Supplements Probiotics Vitamin C Homeopathic remedies Topical Mullein oil Garlic Do not distribute 7

8 Gas and Colic with Babies Breastfeeding mothers should avoid eating foods that can cause gassy discomfort: hot spices, onions, garlic, beans/legumes, and the cruciferous vegetables, which include broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, and Brussels sprouts. Consider whether food sensitivities including wheat and dairy are a problem. If mother and/or baby have food sensitivities, they can cause much distress and colic. For breastfeeding mothers, try eliminating common food sensitivities including wheat, gluten, dairy, soy, and others. For formula fed babies, consider whether dairy and soy-based formulas could be the problem. See other alternatives for formula. Do not use nonformula foods like rice milk or others that are not properly fortified to be infant formulas. Look for signs of thrush or yeast infections that can cause colic. Breastfeeding mothers should also avoid caffeine or chocolate Breastfeeding mother can take deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL). Mothers can also try drinking chamomile and peppermint teas throughout the day. Try Gripe Water for babies with babies Yeast and Thrush Avoid sugar Eat fermented foods: yogurt and kefir, kombucha, raw sauerkraut, Take liquid or powdered acidophilus/probiotic supplements Support the immune system with proper amounts of vitamin C, zinc, and vitamin A Wash towels and clothing thoroughly Dust slippery elm powder on your nipples and folds of baby's skin to keep them dry, as well as to help with healing. Keep nipples exposed to air and sunlight as much as possible. After nursing, wash your nipples with one of the follow and WASH off before nursing again: o Apple cider vinegar (1 T. to.50 cup water) or o Grapefruit Seed Extract (10 drops to one oz water). Wash it off before nursing again. o Diluted tea tree oil o Black walnut infusion or tincture Use Motherlove diaper rash and thrush balm on nipples Do not distribute 8

9 First Food Introductions Increase solid foods very gradually 5-8 months of age Avoid honey and common allergens until at least one year of age: wheat, dairy, soy, corn, egg white, citrus, cane sugar, chocolate, peanuts, and tree nuts. First foods: avocado, banana, cooked sweet potato Discuss rice cereal and meat Stacking the Deck Childhood Imbalances Asthma, Allergies, ADHD, Autism Imbalances in digestion, detoxification, and immune function Major factor - Toxins Nutrient deficiencies and toxins can turn on and off genes that can be disease promoting Do not distribute 9

10 Stacking the Deck Possible Causes of Autism Genetics Parental age Prenatal exposure to diseases like congenital rubella Autoimmune disease in the mother during pregnancy Chemical and pesticide exposure in utero Thyroid problems during pregnancy Excessive ultrasound Mercury and lead exposure pre- or postnatal Vaccinations, toxins in vaccines, and the MMR Leaky gut and inflammatory disorders of the gut including celiac Vitamin D deficiency Preconception Eat a healthy diet Consider detoxifying 6 months in advance of trying to conceive Address digestive disturbances: constipation, bacteria and yeast overgrowth, gluten intolerance. Address autoimmune conditions Address thyroid imbalances Eliminate caffeine consumption before you conceive. Switch to safe, non-toxic bodycare and cleaning supplies Begin exercising (if not already) and get fresh air Test your vitamin D level (25-hydroxyvitamin D) and take adequate amounts of vitamin D based on those levels. Build your vitamin D up to 50 ng/ml. Know your family history. Do you have a history of autism spectrum disorders in your family, autoimmune conditions, or negative reactions to vaccines? If so, find a holistically-oriented physician and pediatrician so you can have time to get educated to make the best decisions for you and your baby when the time comes to decide on vaccinations. Add a prenatal vitamin/mineral formula Add a probiotic supplement or fermented foods to the diet Add cod liver oil Boost up on methylating supplements that support proper gene expression such as: B12, folate, betaine, and choline. Drink filtered water Do not distribute 10

11 During Pregnancy Continue taking prenatal vitamin/mineral formula, probiotic, and cod liver oil. Continue exercising and add a prenatal yoga class. Identify and avoid any food intolerances such as gluten. Continue eating well, including adequate calories, protein, and nutrients. Eat organic food and filtered water If possible, avoid dental work while pregnant, especially placing and removing amalgam (mercury) fillings. Work with your holistic dentist on the best choices for you and your baby. Consider home birth or natural birth, and become educated in order to avoid or minimize labor and delivery procedures such as pain meds, forceps, c-sections, and early cord clamping. Take probiotics, especially in the third trimester. Some data shows probiotic supplements are competitive with GBS strains and can create healthy flora terrain. This can help avoid antibiotics during labor. Avoid high mercury fish consumption, and limit fish consumption. Become educated on vaccinations and what you plan to do for yourself when pregnant and for your newborn. Confirm any vaccinations are free of thimerosal. Postpartum Breastfeed your baby and consume a nourishing diet. Continue to avoid any food sensitivities as needed, such as gluten. Do as much as possible to foster early bonding. Avoid bathing the baby. Ask to hold off on any eye drops until bonding has been initiated. Wear your baby. Have you and your baby checked by a qualified chiropractor after birth. Consider giving your baby probiotics, especially if mom had antibiotics during labor. Pilates is a great way to get the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles back in proper form. Avoid toxins in the home the baby s crib or co-sleeper mattress, sleepwear treated with flame retardant, carseat covers treated with flame retardant. Become educated on the hepatitis B vaccine. Get yourself tested. Do not distribute 11

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