Nutrition · Pregnancy

Simple roasted brussel sprouts recipe

Winter is here and so are brussel sprouts!  Now if you're like me, boiling brussel sprouts is my least favourite vegetable.  But roasting them has become my new crowd pleaser, even for my kids.  This different looking vegetable is perfect for pregnancy because it adds fibre, vitamin C and K.   Have a look! All… Continue reading Simple roasted brussel sprouts recipe

Nutrition · Pregnancy

Pregnancy & constipation – 6 tips to increase your fibre

If you’re suffering from constipation in your pregnancy, you’re not alone.  Most pregnant women will struggle with constipation (or hard stools that are difficult to pass) at some point in their pregnancies. It’s a common pregnancy problem; usually caused by some combination of slow digestion, use of iron supplements and the lack of fibre, fluid and activity… Continue reading Pregnancy & constipation – 6 tips to increase your fibre

Nutrition

Do you know what’s in your granola?

A Healthy Homemade Recipe for Granola Have you ever read the ingredient list on a box or bag of store-bought granola? What is "acacia gum" and why is it in granola? When you make homemade granola, you can focus on healthy, natural ingredients –good for both you and your baby.  My recipe has eight ingredients only and… Continue reading Do you know what’s in your granola?