Health and wellness, parenting, nutrition, fitness
Jess unpacks the hormonal shifts that happen postpartum and how they can contribute to fatigue, low mood, anxiety, hair loss, and more. She highlights the key imbalances she sees in clients and shares practical nutrition and lifestyle strategies to help restore balance and support your recovery.
Postpartum, oestrogen and progesterone levels can drop significantly, leading to potential imbalances. Jess explains how to recognise the signs of these imbalances and shares how supporting liver detoxification, gut health, and dietary choices can help manage their natural fluctuations.
Thyroid health is crucial during the postpartum period, as up to 23% of new mums experience thyroid dysfunction, compared to just 3-4% in the general population. Jess explains the symptoms of thyroid imbalances, the key minerals to support thyroid health, and how to approach thyroid testing to ensure proper recovery.
Jess dives into how adrenal balance is impacted by the demands of new motherhood. Learn about the different types of stress that burden your adrenal glands, key symptoms to watch for, and how nutrition can support healthy cortisol levels for a smoother recovery. Plus, explore how hormone testing can provide deeper insights into your hormonal […]
Jess explores the crucial role of nutrition in postpartum recovery. She breaks down which nutrients are most depleted during this phase and why replenishing them is essential. Learn what to eat to support tissue healing, sustain energy, balance blood sugar, and nurture both mental and hormonal health.
Pregnancy, birth and recovery are nutritionally demanding, this can leave you depleted of essential nutrients whilst you are healing. Our Nutritionist Jess Ferrari-wells explains what postpartum depletion is, why it happens and explores tangible ways you can replenish lost minerals and nutrients.
Melanie explains how eating to stabilise your hormones can support your postpartum recovery. She shares key nutritional guidelines, focusing on foods that promote gut health and assist with detoxing. Melanie also discusses the impact of specific hormones and offers practical advice on which foods can help keep them balanced and regulated.
Melanie explores each phase of the menstrual cycle, how shifting hormone levels affect mood and energy, and the key foods to support hormonal balance, vitality, and well-being. Learn how to eat in rhythm with your cycle for optimal health and wellness.
Spices and herbs are nature’s multivitamin. Melanie shares insights from her time in India, exploring their healing power for postpartum recovery. Learn how they support digestion, immunity, and overall wellness, plus how to create a nourishing spice blend to enhance your meals.
Planning ahead for postpartum nutrition can make all the difference in your recovery. Melanie shares expert tips on stocking your pantry, fridge, and freezer with nourishing, healing foods as well as which stews, broths, sauces, and warming spices to prepare in advance, plus essential whole foods and healthy snacks to keep on hand.
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