12. Fueling Your Glow: Tips for Pregnancy & Post-Partum Nourishment and Self-Care with Taryn Firkser

In this episode, we dive into a topic that's close to the hearts of many moms out there – taking care of yourself during and after pregnancy. Join us as we explore valuable insights and tips to help you navigate this transformative journey with Taryn Firkser, owner of Aubergine & Olive. Taryn is an expert in nutrition and self-care and shares her secrets for preparing for pregnancy and the role of nutrient-dense foods in promoting optimal health. She a blog she wrote – "How to Eat More Vegetables" – to help you effortlessly incorporate these essential foods into your diet, which is linked below. Postpartum nutrition is a vital aspect of maternal health, and we delve into the topic, exploring the nutrients your body needs during this transformative phase. We also touch on the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs during the postpartum period and discuss strategies for managing both personal life and business. "Your Ultimate Guide to Prenatal Vitamins" – providing valuable information for those considering or currently taking prenatal vitamins is available on her website. Join us as we wrap up this insightful episode, packed with practical advice and empowering insights for moms-to-be and new moms alike, business owner or not. Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast for more valuable resources and inspiring conversations. Together, we can nurture our well-being and thrive on this beautiful journey of motherhood. Episode References: How to Eat More Vegetables Your Ultimate Guide to Prenatal Vitamins Connect with Taryn @aubergineandolive on IG https://www.facebook.com/aubergineandolive www.aubergineandolive.com   Come say hi! ⁠@brittanymillersocials⁠⁠ on IG ⁠⁠https://www.brittanymillersocials.ca/   00:00 Intro 1:45 Taking care of yourself after pregnancy 2:40 Preparing for pregnancy 7:44 Setting new routines 8:20 Food Prep 13:08 Post-partum nutrition 16:23 Entrepreneurs and post-partum 17:30 Self-care post-partum 19:00 What are nutrient-dense foods? 21:50 Managing life and business 28:00 Free resource 29:25 Should you take prenatal vitamins 30:25 Wrap up