The Nutritionist Reviews

July 08, 2019

Tips for Dealing with Back Pain During Pregnancy

This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #SunbeamTargetedHeat #CollectiveBias Tips for dealing with back pain during pregnancy including what to limit and products that can help relieve pain naturally to help you feel your best during pregnancy! I am currently at the end of my third pregnancy and let me tell you, this one has been tougher than the other two for sure. I have had a lot more aches and pains and they all hit a lot earlier than in the other pregnancies. I am so grateful to be able to carry this baby but let me tell you, I am excited for her to be out too and to be done with pregnancy. I have dealt with quite a lot of back pain during pregnancy and wanted to share my best tips for how to deal with it and how to avoid back pain during pregnancy as much as possible. Tips for Dealing with Back Pain During Pregnancy 1. Limit bending over What really seems to trigger my back pain is a lot of bending over. T...

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June 19, 2019

Household Items to Stock Up On Before Baby is Born

Are you a nesting mama? Stock up on these household items before baby is born to make life easier! This helpful list includes toiletries, supplements, freezer and pantry staples, baby items and more. My third pregnancy is coming to an end and we can't wait to meet baby girl! I have seriously been nesting since about 19 weeks pregnant and my whole house has gotten super organized, cleaned and tons of annoying little tasks have been checked off our to-do lists. One of my tasks that I couldn't get off my pregnant brain was stocking the house with household items before the baby is born. It is harder to shop when you have a new baby (and for me, two other young kids) so I wanted to stock up on as many items as I could that we go through regularly. This included baby items, toiletries, paper products, supplements, food for the freezer and pantry and more. I've been a little nutty stocking up on these items but I know that I will be thankful that I did this once baby arriv...

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May 16, 2019

Third Trimester Update

We are in the third trimester of pregnancy! Woo hoo! Less than 2 months until baby is here. So many fun updates to share. I wrote this post from between 28 weeks pregnant and 32 weeks pregnant to share the updates that we have going on.

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February 18, 2019

Third Baby Gender Reveal + Halfway Pregnancy Update

Since I know the most exciting part of this post is the gender, I will share that right away. Click over to see what Baby #3 is!

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February 05, 2019

Flu Shots During Pregnancy: Why You Should Get One

The importance of getting a flu shot during pregnancy including the risks of what may happen if you do not get a flu shot when pregnant. I'm passionate about the importance of vaccinations during any period of your life including for babies, children, adults and the elderly. During pregnancy is a very important time to ensure that you're vaccinated as well. As you know, I am expecting our third baby in July of this year. We are right in the midst of cold and flu season and I am working so hard not to get sick.

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January 14, 2019

1, 2, 3, 4, 5...our family is expanding!

I am so, so excited to share that our family is expanding! Yes, we are expecting baby #3! Keep reading for all of the pregnancy details.

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September 18, 2018

Pregnancy Superfood Smoothie

Stay up to date with updates from The Nutritionist Reviews on  Facebook ,  Twitter ,  Pinterest .  Instagram  and  emails right to your inbox . Pregnancy Superfood Smoothie is loaded with nutrients for a healthy mom and baby including berries, banana, Greek yogurt, chia seeds and peanut butter. Pregnancy Smoothie Recipes I wanted to share a great pregnancy smoothie recipe with you that I drank when I was pregnant with Oliver. It is loaded with nutrients that are great for anyone, but especially pregnant women. As a dietitian and mom, I wanted to make sure that I was getting enough nutrients for baby to get them off to the right start. Try this pregnancy superfood recipe and other healthy pregnancy recipes. Pregnancy Smoothie Nutrition This pregnancy smoothie recipe is loaded with lots of healthy foods and would be great for breakfast or a snack anytime of day. I included frozen berries, bananas, peanut butter, chia seeds, yogurt and milk all ...

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December 13, 2017

How to Take Care of Yourself Postpartum

Disclosure: This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. #NatureMadePrenatalDHA #CollectiveBias I've been through the newborn stage twice now and it can be tough. You are so tired and physically recovering from childbirth and you now have someone who relies on you quite literally 24/7 to take care of. This stage is so happy with getting to snuggle your new bundle of joy but it can be frustrating and emotional as well. Learning to breastfeed, figuring out how to take care of baby, getting enough rest yourself, etc. can be tough. I was so lucky that my second baby was a lot easier than my first in terms of fussiness making the newborn stage a little easier with number two- plus having some parenting experience already of course. I want to share some of my personal tips for taking care of yourself postpartum to make this stage of life a little easier and to help you feel your best quickly.

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August 14, 2017

Getting Stronger Postpartum

This post is part of a social shopper marketing insight campaign with Pollinate Media Group ® and Natalie Hodson , but all my opinions are my own. #pmedia #abscorepelvicfloor   http://my-disclosur.es/OBsstV After having each of my kids, I definitely notice that my body is weaker than it was pre-pregnancy. Although I exercised through my pregnancy, things are just different postpartum. From the beginning, I said that I would not diet to lose weight and I am sticking to that. Though I would like to lose this last bit of pregnancy weight, that is not what is important to me right now. What is important to me is regaining strength after having my baby.

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February 15, 2017

Third Trimester Pregnancy Update

As I write this, I am 32 weeks pregnant but as you are reading this, I am now 33 1/2 weeks along! Follow me on Instagram for frequent baby bump pictures and pregnancy updates. Since I am coming to the end of my pregnancy, I figured that it was time for a little update of what is going on with me and baby (luckily, not too much!).

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January 17, 2017

6 Nutrients Your Body Needs During Pregnancy

I am currently 29 weeks pregnant with baby number two and cannot wait to meet this baby! I have focused on my nutrition during this pregnancy because it not only makes me feel better but also helps to grow a healthy baby. I have been lucky not to have food aversions so I have been able to eat anything (trust me, I have been eating everything!) and have focused on nutrient dense foods that will help baby (plus some treats too of course!).

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January 05, 2017

Dealing with Lower Back Pain

I don't remember having it when I was pregnant with Adalyn but with this pregnancy, I have had a lot of lower back pain. I'm not sure of the exact cause but I would say that it is most related to bending over and picking up after Adalyn 10000 times per day and lifting Adalyn often. Or it may just be a side effect of pregnancy.

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January 02, 2017

Small Fitness Goals for Big Results

Happy New Year! Anyone else feel like they need a reset? I fully enjoyed the holidays with indulgent eating and less exercise but it is time to get back in gear to feel my best. As always, I do not endorse dieting or crazy measures to lose weight but I am all about doing what you can to feel your best. Adalyn and I doing "Strong Woman" as she calls it when she makes a muscle! I have a bit of a sugar addiction going on that I am trying to break for example. A few too many meals out, overeating at parties and not enough veggies have me feeling yucky and I need to step it up. I am about 3 months away from having my second baby and of course, the third trimester is tiring anyways so anything that I can do to feel good, I am doing. Here are some of the fitness goals that I am making to feel good in 2017: During Pregnancy Hi 27 Weeks! Just move! Since I am pregnant, now is not the time to get super in-shape or go crazy with exercise. Therefore, I am doing...

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December 20, 2016

Staying Healthy During Pregnancy

This post is sponsored. All opinions are my own! I am 25 weeks along with baby #2 and still feeling great! I totally attribute that to living a healthy lifestyle. I certainly have my fair share of indulgences (honey barbeque chips and sour Skittles, I'm talking to you!), but overall, I have made a conscious effort to be healthy. Today, I want to share some of my tips and tricks that I am doing to stay my healthiest during my pregnancy:

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December 16, 2016

2016 Mom-To-Be Holiday Gift Guide

I am already a mom and am expecting my second baby in April! Many of the items that we will need for baby, we luckily already have from when we had my daughter. There are some things that I will be purchasing and have bought (or reviewed) during this pregnancy in preparation for the baby coming. One thing in particular has been maternity clothes. I was pregnant with my daughter mostly in the summer and this time, it is the opposite. I have had to stock up on long sleeved tops, sweaters, long dresses, etc. to fill in my wardrobe. Tank tops are not going to cut it with this freezing Michigan weather. Other items that I included in the gift guide are products that I am buying, want or have tried for baby. Good items to get for moms-to-be are maternity items and of course, items for the baby. I hope that this gift guide helps give you some great ideas for shopping for the new mom or mama-to-be in your life! *Keep reading for a HUGE giveaway from PinkBlush, Milk Nursingwear and Ba...

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November 23, 2016

It's a........ + Pregnancy Update

I am about halfway along with this pregnancy and thought that I would share an update. Fortunately, it is going to be very boring. Overall, I feel really good so I do not have much to say. How far along am I? 21 weeks this past Monday Maternity clothes? Yes! I have been wearing maternity pants since about 10 weeks and wear a mix of regular longer tops and maternity tops.

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October 28, 2016

Products I've Been Loving in 2016 Part 29

1. Belabumbum Maternity Activewear I have heard about Belabumbum for awhile for their nightgowns and maternity sleepwear and recently learned about their maternity activewear. I was sent the yoga jogger pant in grey heather seen above and I pretty much haven't taken them off since I took this photo. They are so comfortable and feel really good on my growing bump. I have worn them for walks but mainly love them for lounging around. With the weather getting colder, these are perfect!

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October 27, 2016

7 Foods to Eat During Pregnancy

This post was sponsored by Nature Made ®  as a part of an Ambassador Program for Influence Central. I am now in the second trimester of pregnancy and feeling a lot better. My energy is mostly back, food aversions are gone and for the moment, pregnancy hormones are under control. The main two things that I want to note about food are that I am eating so, so much right now- I am constantly hungry and that I have the biggest food cravings. With Adalyn, I didn't have any specific cravings- I just enjoyed pizza and lemonade quite a bit but nothing like now. I have to have Sour Skittles, Rueben sandwiches, beef barley soup, etc. It is so crazy and like nothing I have experienced. When I get a craving, I cannot get that food out of my head until I have it. It's kind of fun!

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October 17, 2016

How I'm Staying Fit in the First Trimester

Thank you Florastor® Daily Probiotics for sponsoring this post. Visit your local retailer to pick up your bottle of Florastor® Daily Probiotics to complement your active lifestyle! During the first trimester, it can be easier to lay on the couch and sleep instead of exercise but I learned early in my first pregnancy that the way to feel my best is to exercise daily. It can certainly be hard to get motivated, especially when you feel exhausted and sick. During and after exercise, I felt better every single time compared to when I didn't exercise. It actually helps me feel a lot more energized!

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September 22, 2016

10 Prenatal Tips I'm Following

Thank you Workman Publishing, for sponsoring this post. Pick up your copy of the new fifth edition What To Expect When You’re Expecting anywhere books are sold.  Since this is my second pregnancy, I know at least partially what to expect. I have been through it before and have learned a ton along the way. There are things that I want to do the same as during my last pregnancy and some updates to the things that I was doing. These tips are what are working for me and may change a bit as the pregnancy goes on. I am so excited for Baby Hernandez 2.0 and cannot wait for him/her to be here! I know that Adalyn is going to be an awesome big sister.

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