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The Period Party

325: Beyond Bouncing Back: Redefining Postpartum Health with Alison Boden

Mar 18, 2024
Alison Boden, a functional dietitian, discusses hormonal changes postpartum, importance of nutrition, supplements, managing postpartum and perimenopause, addressing hormonal imbalances and nutrient deficiencies for overall well-being. The episode sheds light on debunking harmful narratives and practical strategies for hormonal balance amidst motherhood.
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  • Nutritional needs are crucial in postpartum recovery, emphasizing balanced meals and essential nutrients.
  • Optimizing sleep schedules and stress reduction techniques are vital for mothers in overcoming sleep deprivation.

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Exploring Postpartum Health with Functional Dietitian Alison Bowden

Alison Bowden, a functional dietitian specializing in postpartum health, discusses the hormonal changes after childbirth, highlighting symptoms like mood swings, hair loss, and night sweats. She emphasizes the importance of nutritional needs in the postpartum period, debunking harmful weight loss narratives and addressing challenges faced by women in postpartum and perimenopause. Alison offers practical strategies for hormonal balance and emphasizes the gap in postpartum nutrition discussions, providing real-world solutions for mothers to replenish their bodies and balance hormones.

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