Beyond Breastfeeding

Feeling overwhelmed by all the nutrition advice online? In this episode, we're separating what's truly important from what's just adding stress. Learn how to simplify breastfeeding nutrition, support your milk supply and energy levels, and focus on the habits that actually move the needle - without obsessing over every ingredient, supplement, or meal.This topic is exactly what inspired me to create my upcoming meal plan membership I'm releasing at the end of the month. Join my email list to get first access to founders pricing before I share to social media: join the email list here!If you're new here, hi, I'm Kait! I'm a registered dietitian and lactation counselor on a mission to shift the perspective on postpartum and breastfeeding, specifically how we support our bodies through the most challenging season of life we'll ever experience. Have questions? Message me on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠!

Trying to lose weight while breastfeeding but feeling stuck?You're not alone. In this episode, we're breaking down why postpartum weight loss feels so different, why eating less isn't always the answer, and the role blood sugar and insulin resistance play in your results. Learn how to work with your postpartum body (not against it) to support your health, milk supply, and weight loss goals.Want more details?Access my in-depth 75-minute masterclass: Weight Loss while Breastfeeding (Without Sacrificing Your Supply or Your Sanity). Inside this recorded coaching session, I'm breaking down exactly how my clients are able to lose 10, 15, 20+ lbs in 10 weeks together and stay consistent beyond our time working together.If you're new here, hi, I'm Kait! I'm a registered dietitian and lactation counselor on a mission to shift the perspective on postpartum and breastfeeding, specifically how we support our bodies through the most challenging season of life we'll ever experience. Have questions? Message me on ⁠Instagram⁠!

Everyone talks about balancing hormones postpartum, but what if the biggest issue isn't your hormones at all? In this episode, I'm unpacking the five most common mistakes I see moms making that can worsen hormone symptoms, tank energy levels, and make recovery feel harder than it needs to. Plus, we'll cover what's actually normal postpartum and how to support your body without the fear-mongering or quick fixes.If you're new here, hi, I'm Kait! I'm a registered dietitian and lactation counselor on a mission to shift the perspective on postpartum and breastfeeding, specifically how we support our bodies through the most challenging season of life we'll ever experience. If you're looking for resources, check out:InstagramGrab & Go No Cook Postpartum Meal Guide Insulin Resistance 60-Minute Masterclass

In this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, I’m reflecting on everything 2025 brought - personally, professionally, and within the postpartum and breastfeeding space - and sharing my biggest predictions for 2026.Over the past year, I’ve watched women wake up to an important truth: prioritizing your babies means putting your health first, not ignoring it. And I truly believe 2026 is the year that belief becomes mainstream.We’re talking about:The shift away from toxic wellness culture, restriction, and extremesWhy complexity and intensity aren’t the answer - and what actually works insteadThe nuance around postpartum weight loss, body respect, and wanting change at the same timeGLP-1s, lactation supplements, and why band-aid solutions are losing momentumWhole food nutrition as foundational support (not diet culture)Why fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum should be viewed as one continuous journeyAnd why education alone isn’t enough - women want real support, accountability, and implementationThis episode is honest, nuanced, and rooted in the belief that your body isn’t broken - it’s responding to a season that asks a lot of you.If you’re heading into 2026 craving less noise, more clarity, and support that actually meets you where you are, this one’s for you.Send me a message on Instagram.Apply to the next round of my signature coaching program.

Ever feel like your body and mind aren’t your own after having a baby? You’re not alone - and you’re not broken. In this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, I break down the real reasons new moms feel overwhelmed, moody, or completely “off,” from hormonal shifts like high prolactin and cortisol to nutrient depletion and blood sugar swings.We’ll cover:Why your cravings aren’t random - they’re messages from your bodyHow your body is physically healing and why that takes so much energyThe truth about mood swings, irritability, and feeling unlike yourselfSimple ways to start supporting your body and reclaim your energyPlus, I share how my January program helps moms finally feel confident, energized, and back in the driver’s seat of their postpartum journey.Ready to apply to my 10-week signature group coaching program? Apply to Nourished Postpartum here!Follow Kait on Instagram here.

If you’ve seen posts about Oreos, oatmeal cream pies, or blue Gatorade boosting milk supply, you’re not alone! The internet is full of quick fixes and nutrition trends that sound helpful but actually keep moms stuck in fatigue, low supply, and constant second-guessing.In this episode, I’m breaking down the most common postpartum nutrition myths and explaining what actually supports your milk supply - from blood sugar balance and realistic protein goals to lab work and metabolic health.We’ll talk about:• The truth behind viral “milk supply hacks” like Oreos and Body Armor• Expectations vs reality of postpartum weight loss• How “clean eating” and protein obsession are missing key nutrients• Why lactation supplements rarely solve the root issue• When lab work matters and what it can reveal about low supplyWhether you’re pregnant and preparing for postpartum or already in the thick of it, this episode will help you cut through the noise, feel confident in your body, and focus on what actually moves the needle - the simple, sustainable strategies that work.🎧 Tune in, take a breath, and let’s simplify postpartum nutrition once and for all.And be sure to send me a DM @postpartum.nutritionist on Instagram with your thoughts after you listen to this episode! I can't wait to hear from you ❤️

In this episode, I sit down with one of my amazing clients to share her powerful postpartum transformation. After an unexpected NICU stay, she spent nearly six months navigating postpartum alone - exhausted, bloated, puffy, confused by her supply, and completely drained.Through my signature group program, one-to-one coaching, and additional lab testing, everything changed. She feels amazing now: her energy is back, bloating and fatigue are gone, and her milk supply is more stable and predictable than ever (with a huge freezer stash to show for it!). She’s also learned how to support her body through hormone shifts like her period and feels more confident than ever.She opens up about:Life as a NICU mom (and all the things nobody is talking about!)The challenges of postpartum isolation.How personalized nutrition and strategy transformed her health and milk supply.Her advice for both pregnant and postpartum moms.If you’re preparing for baby or deep in the postpartum season, this conversation is packed with encouragement and wisdom you won’t want to miss.Want the results she's living every day?⁠Apply now to my signature program Breastfeeding Bootcamp!⁠Have questions? ⁠My DMs are open for you!

Big changes are here! In this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, I’m pulling back the curtain on why I redesigned my signature program to make it more accessible, flexible, and effective for moms.You’ll hear:Why I now offer two pathways - one for pregnancy and one for postpartum.How I made my program more accessible (and realistic)The three pillars of my proven process: milk supply, nutrition, and hormones.Why I added a VIP upgrade that includes lab testing (and how it can uncover missing puzzle pieces).My signature program Breastfeeding Bootcamp was built to help you feel confident, nourished, and supported - no matter where you are in your journey.Be sure to apply to the waitlist if you haven’t already!

In today's episode, Kait and Leanne @movementwithleanne share so much insight and knowledge to address the biggest questions around postpartum fitness - including the BIG one: does exercise and movement actually impact your milk supply? We also dive into:Your mindset and mental healthHer own struggles with postpartum depressionWhat makes working out as a mother soooo differentWhen the right time to get into movement in postpartum and what movement to chooseWhat you can do for movement before being cleared at 6 weeksMobility for breastfeeding posture and back painLeaning into your communityUnderstanding motivation and finding your greater WHY

Whether you’re pregnant and planning to breastfeed or already in the postpartum trenches, this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding is for you. I’m breaking down the five truths every mom deserves to know about breastfeeding - beyond ounces and supply.We’ll talk about:why milk output isn’t the only measure of success permission to prioritize youthe role of nutrition in protecting your energypostpartum nutrition is about a lot more than just caloriesthe hormone imbalances no one warns you aboutMy goal? To help you feel less stressed, more supported, and empowered to navigate your breastfeeding journey with confidence.Stay in touch on InstagramJoin my email communityApply to work with me 1:1 - only ONE spot left for September 2025

If this episode of Beyond Breastfeeding, Kait and Amy @pcos_dietitian_amy are just two besties catching up and diving deep into all things PCOS and hormonal imbalances, including: the PCOS diagnostic criteria versus the PCOS "stereotype"common struggles I've seen in my clients due to their PCOSALL things supplements - what to look for and what to avoidinsulin resistance and just how prevalent it really islifestyle strategies to manage your stress and lower your cortisol levelshow you can support your hormones in a sustainable way (that doesn't make you lose your mind)Bottom line takeaway you'll find in this episode is that simplicity truly is the key to success.

In this episode, Kait (@postpartum.nutritionist) & Kristin (@grifkris) dive into the real and vulnerable stages of becoming a motherhood and how to make sure you never pour out of an empty glass. You'll hear about:The transition from 0-1 kid and 1-2 kidsFood noise and diet culture's impact on motherhoodPostpartum weight loss trendsElimination diets & dairy alternatives (plus Kristin's personal experience with dairy elimination)Establishing a daily routine back to workControversial breastfeeding and pumping schedules?!Mindsets for success and achieving your goals

In this episode you'll hear:Kait's background and why she became a dietitian specialized in breastfeeding nutritioncommon causes for low milk supply that most women don't even know existthe truth behind galactagogues (AKA foods known to increase your milk supply)postpartum symptoms that are over-normalized and shouldn't be!! plus what you can do about them, starting todayIf you haven't already, go follow Kait over on Instagram @postpartum.nutritionist and send her a message to let her know what you want to hear next!