Have you ever wished you could sit down to a full, abundant plate of food and walk away feeling content—without also feeling like you “overdid it”? That’s where the idea of volume eating comes in. It’s a way of approaching meals that focuses on nourishment, fullness, and joy rather than restriction. Here’s the truth: you don’t have…
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Pregnancy Nutrition Weeks 7–10: Fueling Rapid Growth and Easing Early Symptoms
You’ve made it past the earliest weeks — and while your baby is still only about the size of a raspberry by week 10, they’re growing faster than ever. Between Weeks 7 and 10, critical developments include forming fingers and toes, defining facial features, and maturing internal organs such as the liver, kidneys, and intestines. While…
How Marriage Impacts Nutrition and Eating Habits (And What to Do About It)
Marriage brings many beautiful changes—shared dreams, deeper intimacy, and yes, changes in how (and what) you eat. Whether you’re newly married or have been together for decades, research shows that marriage affects nutrition and eating habits in real and lasting ways. As a dietitian who has counseled couples and individuals on nutrition for the last several years,…
Weeks 4–6 of Pregnancy: What to Eat & Why It Matters
Congratulations! You likely just found out you are pregnant—or you strongly suspect you might be. If that’s you, welcome! These early weeks are an exciting and important time, and today, we’re going to outline what foods to prioritize eating to support your health and your baby’s as he or she begin to develop! What’s Happening Right…
From Pages to Plates: How Talking and Reading About Food Can Help Your Picky Eater Thrive
If your child only eats beige foods and gives broccoli the stink eye, you’re not alone — and you’re not failing. Picky eating is a normal part of early childhood. However, if mealtimes have become a battleground and you’re longing for a dinner without negotiations, here is some hopeful news: the path to less picky…
Weeks 1–4 of Pregnancy: Fertility Nutrition & Early Pregnancy Diet Essentials
Wondering what to eat during the first 4 weeks of pregnancy or while trying to conceive? Whether you’re actively TTC (trying to conceive) or just discovered you’re expecting, Weeks 1–4 are a powerful time to lay the nutritional groundwork for a healthy pregnancy. Even before that positive test, your body is preparing to support the…
Macronutrients 101: Proteins, Carbs, and Fats Explained Simply
If you’ve ever tried to eat healthier or looked at a nutrition label, you’ve probably heard the term macronutrients. But what exactly are they—and why do they matter? Macronutrients, often called macros, are the nutrients your body needs in large amounts to function properly. There are three main types: protein, carbohydrates, and fat. Each plays a unique and…
My 2024 Word & Theme for the Year: Abundance
Throughout the last several years, I have pick out a word that I want to embody my desired theme for my year. Last year’s word was exploration and I truly couldn’t have picked a better word as my life began an entirely new chapter. A chapter filled with so much change and exploration of not only…
How to Reinvent Yourself & Create Your Dream Life
In today’s post, we are talking all about how to reinvent yourself. I recently moved several states away from my hometown which has allowed me to take a look at my life from and overarching and detached perspective. It made me realize I am not pursing my dream life. So, whether you have also recently…
4 Benefits of Eating Meals Together as a Couple & Why It Matters
There are so many versions of the couple that _insert something here_ stays together. What I have yet to hear is the couple that eats together stays together. When life gets busy, as it so easily does, it can be so easy let eating together fall to the wayside instead of taking time to sit…
Life Made Wholesome 