Today I’m chatting with Lily Nichols, a registered dietitian nutritionist, certified diabetes educator, and author. Lily shares evidence-based insights on prenatal and postpartum nutrition, emphasizing the significance of choline and protein intake, especially during pregnancy and breastfeeding. We also discuss the nutrient gaps in plant-based diets and provide practical advice on meal planning and supplementation to ensure optimal health for both moms and babies. This episode is brimming with expert advice and real-life applications.

Helpful Timestamps:

• 01:44 Guest Introduction: Lily Nichols
• 05:40 General Nutrition Recommendations for Pregnancy
• 10:58 Protein Intake and Supplementation
• 20:34 The Importance of Choline in Pregnancy
• 29:22 The Importance of Choline in Diets
• 32:44 Current Research and Future Recommendations
• 33:25 Choline in Breastfeeding and Postpartum
• 39:12 The Role of Protein in Postpartum Nutrition
• 42:49 Meal Planning and Preparation Tips
• 51:02 Resources and Final Thoughts

Grab Lily’s best selling books: Real Food For Pregnancy, Real Food for Fertility, Real Food for Gestational Diabetes

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Read her blog: Does Collagen Count Towards my Protein Intake?

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About your host:

Lo Mansfield, MSN, RNC-OB, CLC is a registered nurse, mama of 4, and a birth, baby, and motherhood enthusiast. She is both the host of the Lo & Behold podcast and the founder of The Labor Mama.

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