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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Dec 15, 20242 min read
Nourishing Pumpkin Coconut Soup for Pregnancy
I know, it's not Halloween anymore.. but that's no reason not to keep eating pumpkin! It's a pregnancy nutrition powerhouse!
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Jan 19, 20242 min read
Celebrating a Decade of Doula Work: Reflections on My 10 Year Doula-versary
I recently reached an important milestone in my life that I cannot let pass by without acknowledging. January 13th marked my 10 year...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Sep 7, 20233 min read
Simple Spinach & Banana Pregnancy Smoothie!
Having good nutrition is incredibly important for pregnancy! It not only impacts the health of the pregnancy person, it also directly...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Aug 14, 20233 min read
The Benefits of Prenatal Acupuncture
Pregnancy is a time when the human body is in incredible action. From ancient times to the modern day, cultures and their medicines the...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
May 26, 20232 min read
How to find a doula in Ottawa?
If you're pregnant and living in Ottawa, you are fortunate in that there is a thriving doula community and many different and incredible...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
May 9, 20232 min read
Nourishing Chia Pudding for Pregnancy
Chia seed pudding is a tasty and healthy snack that's perfect for pregnancy! Not only is it packed with essential nutrients, but it's...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
May 1, 20232 min read
Chia Seeds: The Tiny Seed Packed with Big Benefits for Pregnancy
Chia seeds are tiny, but they pack a powerful nutritional punch that can benefit pregnancy in numerous ways. In this blog post, we'll...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Apr 10, 20233 min read
Surviving Pregnancy Heartburn!
Did you know that up to 80% of pregnant women experience heartburn? Incredibly common, unfortunately pregnancy heartburn can also be...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Mar 6, 20233 min read
10 Important questions to ask a birth doula during your interview!
"What to ask a doula during the interview," "questions to ask your doula during your interview," and "questions to ask your prospective...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Feb 23, 20232 min read
Pregnancy Eats: Green Lentil Soup
If you are looking for an easy, delicious and nutritious vegetarian lunch or dinner, this prenatal nutrition recipe is for you! Try...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Dec 28, 20222 min read
Sweet Potato Pregnancy Pancakes
In search of a nutrient dense, comforting breakfast recipe that is suitable for any trimester? You will LOVE my recipe for Sweet Potato...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Dec 6, 20223 min read
Everything You Need to Know About Braxton Hicks Contractions!
Braxton Hicks contractions can be surprising! You are cruising through pregnancy, moving into the last trimester, and you suddenly start...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Nov 28, 20222 min read
Chewy Gingerbread Cookies
While nausea is most common during the first trimester, morning sickness and digestive upset can happen at any time during pregnancy. One...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Nov 4, 20222 min read
Ask an Ottawa Doula - When is the best time to hire a doula?
Have you been thinking about hiring a doula? While most clients reach out when they are already 5-6 months along, there are quite a few...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Sep 21, 20222 min read
What is the difference between a birth doula and a midwife?
One of the questions I am asked most frequently when people find out I am a birth doula is “what is the difference between a doula and a...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Jul 20, 20223 min read
The almighty cervix!
I never thought I would be writing a post about the cervix, and yet here we are! Why devote an entire blog post to a single body part?...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Jul 4, 20223 min read
Folate vs. Folic Acid – What you need to know about the difference!
“When should I start taking folic acid? How much folic acid should I take? Are all folic acid supplements the same?” Hands down, the most...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
May 16, 20225 min read
Doula Tips for Morning Sickness
Morning sickness. It’s one of the most common early pregnancy symptoms. We see it in movies and hear about it from friends, but nothing...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Apr 13, 20224 min read
Ask an Ottawa Birth Doula – Prenatal sleep suggestions
Ask an Ottawa Birth Doula – I am in my third trimester and am having so much trouble with my sleep. Any suggestions? Unfortunately, most...
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Nutured Birth Ottawa
Sep 16, 20211 min read
Reflexology and Pregnancy
Reflexology can be such beneficial treatment no matter where you are in life, but during pregnancy and the postpartum time the benefits...
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