Navigating Pregnancy & Motherhood with IBS

Apr 8, 2022

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IBS and other gastrointestinal issues are already hard enough to deal with, but what happens to the percentage of the population who not only suffer from IBS but are concerned about their fertility or are pregnant? In today's episode I am talking to Lindsey Davis, a registered dietician who has been with Innovate for the past year. As part of our practice, she works one to one with clients who are dealing with IBS motility disorders like gastroparesis, GERD and she also specializes in disordered eating with IBS. During our conversation Lindsey shares her own experience being diagnosed with IBS and navigating pregnancy and motherhood. She talks about the importance of self compassion as you navigate motherhood, body image throughout pregnancy, postpartum changes and IBS and what life is actually like after having kids. In this episode, we cover:

Lindsey shares more about herself and how she became a dietician [3:34]
Motherhood and IBS [8:21]
The actual changes your body experiences during pregnancy with IBS [13:24]
Is life different after having kids? [29:43]
The best skill to have as a mother is the ability to be adaptable [45:46]
Approaching the IBS conversation with kids [52:58]
Empathy, tough conversations and motherhood [01:00:11]

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About our guest Lindsey Davis, RDN, LDN: Lindsey was diagnosed with IBS around 12 years old. With little guidance, she fell into the trap of only eating "safe foods" that she knew didn't trigger symptoms. She lived many years under-nourished and in fear of foods. Now, as a dietitian at Gutivate, Lindsey has learned how to manage her IBS by taking care of both her mind and body. She no longer fears food and now nourishes her body with a variety of tastes and textures every day. She is passionate about helping you find that same freedom! You can work with Lindsey in our 1:1 or group programs, and connect with her more on Instagram @gutivate.

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