Episode 41: The Forgotten Chapters of Motherhood: Preconception and Postnatal Care with Emily Barker
Emily Barker is a registered clinical nutritional therapist and fertility expert. She helps couples and singles improve their chances of conceiving and supports them during their fertility journey.
In this episode, Nicole invites Emily onto the show to discuss the importance of preparing for pregnancy (trimester zero) and the postnatal stage (trimester four), the significance of nutrition and optimising health prior to conception, and why community and support during the postpartum period is crucial for a mother’s recovery.
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Timestamps:
[01:45] Understanding the importance of preconception nutrition
[07:06] The forgotten trimesters: focusing on pre and postnatal care
[16:32] Optimising health and the role of nutrition
[28:04] Postpartum care: navigating the fourth trimester
“The requirements of macronutrients and energy during postpartum is four times more than during pregnancy. The protein requirement of a postpartum woman is higher than the average female athlete!”
Essential learnings from this episode…
Discussion on trimester zero, emphasising its importance in preconception planning
Explaining the significance of the three-month period before conception for egg maturation
Addressing common nutrient deficiencies and the importance of proper nutritional intake before conception
Exploring the fourth trimester, focusing on postnatal care and recovery
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