Pre & Post Natal Care

Bringing a new life into this world is a wonderful privilege and responsibility.

These suggestions are not intended to replace appropriate professional advice.  Please check labels and consult your pharmacist if you take prescription medication.

Everything you can do to prepare your body and your environment will greatly increase the odds of a problem free delivery and a healthy newborn.

Adopt the healthiest possible lifestyle several months prior to conception.  Pregnancy is not the time to be making major, stressful changes. Consider performing a thorough detox for a few weeks while you get your new habits established. 

A Baby-Friendly Diet Looks Like:

• 7-10 glasses of filtered or spring water per day.
• Overall all diet will be 75-80% alkaline forming.  If your body is too acidic it will interfere with normal detoxification.  Focus on fresh vegetables, fruits, raw seeds and nuts, beans, legumes, and whole grains.  Avoid wheat unless sprouted.
• Consume organic produce and meats or wild caught small body fish.  Pesticides and artificial hormones are linked to birth defects and lower infant body weights.
• Have heavy protein no later than lunchtime to improve digestion of amino acids.
• Fermented foods improve digestion and overall pH.
• 1-3 tbsp of ground flax improves elimination, provides vital essential fatty acids, and promotes hormone balance.
• Hint: Once pregnant, avoid eating in the evening to reduce the risk of morning sickness.

The following supplements will ensure both you and baby are carefully nourished:

• Bio-Strath is a fermented wholefood tonic that provides a broad range of nutrients in an extremely digestible format.  It’s very helpful for those who suffer from nausea.
• Folic acid (as folate) 400-1,000 mcg – reduces the risk of birth defects, protects against the effects of pesticides.
• Vitamin D 4,000 IU – we recommend having blood levels checked.  An optimum reading is 100-250 nanomoles/ml. 
• Calcium/Magnesium combo – maintains alkalinity, provides minerals for fetal development without compromising Mom’s needs.  Take 3-4 times a week.
• Essential fatty acids – if you eat fish 3-5 times weekly and/or use flax or hemp oil regularly, your intake may be adequate, otherwise supplementation is recommended to enhance baby’s brain development. 
• Probiotics – intermittent use to maintain healthy bacteria flora.

Special Care:

• Herbalists call Red Raspberry Leaf 'a herb made in heaven for Mother and Baby'. Regular use throughout pregnancy enriches blood supply with iron and nutrients for the baby, eases delivery, promotes lactation, and supports uterine recovery.
• Ginger tea is helpful if you experience morning sickness.  There are homeopathic remedies that are safe and effective for nausea or insomnia.
• Mom’s peace of mind is a big factor in Baby’s happy world.  Make your wellbeing the No. 1 priority.  Breathe deeply.  Send vital oxygen into the womb.  Practice contentment.  Get plenty of rest.  Your Little One will be learning with you.  You are, after all, in this together!
• If you carefully follow these suggestions it is unlikely you will need any other extras.  If you should succumb to a cold or flu, echinacea or elderberry are generally considered safe during pregnancy and nursing.

Other Tips:

• It’s a great time to clean up around the home.  Enjoy the peace of mind of all-natural personal and home care products as traditional products can contain harmful chemicals.  Circulate fresh air through your home on a regular basis. 
• Fresh air and exercise are very important for healthy living anytime.  Spend time in Nature, the Mother of us all.  The Earth constantly emits a healing ionic field.
• Keep a journal and record the details of your journey.  It can be a treasured heirloom to pass on down the generations.
  
  
  *Revised February 2023