In Episode 95 I sit down with Whitney English, Registered Dietician, to talk about plant-based nutrition during pregnancy, infancy and breastfeeding (lactation). Whitney, along with her partner Alex (also a Registered Dietician), are the founders of Plant Based Juniors – an online resource that brings evidence based nutrition information specific to these stages of life to the public.
Specifically in this episode we cover:
- Benefits of a plant-based diet during pregnancy and infancy
- Position of the American Dietetics Association (ADA)
- Specific nutrients of focus during pregnancy including recommendations for supplementation
- Specific nutrients of focus during breastfeeding including recommendations for supplementation
- Breast milk versus formula and different formula options
- Specific nutrients of focus during infancy including recommendations for supplementation
- Introducing solids
- Picky eaters
- and much more
This is an episode I have wanted to do for a couple of years now. It’s quite a comprehensive conversation so if it’s a topic that’s very relevant to you I highly recommend grabbing a pen and paper and listening in a quite comfortable space without distractions.
Resources:
- American Dietetic Association position for vegan diets during pregnancy and infancy
- Plant Based Juniors on Instagram
- PB3 Plate
- Predominately Plant-Based Pregnancy Guide
- First Bites – Baby Led Weaning Guide
- Plant Proof Newsletter Sign Up – When my book comes out I am going to use this newsletter a lot more with loads of free information each month to help you better optimise your diet.
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