In this episode, K+L take a deep dive with registered dietitian and nutritionist Lily Nichols on all things fertility, conception, and nutrition. Nichols educates us on the importance of preconception preparation, highlighting how lifestyle changes such as diet and self-care can enhance fertility and lead to healthier pregnancies. 

Ahead, Lindsey and Lily open up about the realities of postpartum challenges, loneliness, and the unspeakable value of friendships that empathize with your current life stage. Plus, Nichols sheds light on the root cause of fertility issues in contemporary society, from stress to diet culture.

Get ready to explore the nutritional and emotional journey through pregnancy and the profound impact that eating well, practicing mindfulness, and strategically gearing up for pregnancy can have on both mother and child. 

We also talk about:

Treating your body like a 'bank account' before pregnancy

The psychological facets of preconception + pregnancy

Nonstick cookware + recommendations for healthier options

Regulating the menstrual cycle for optimal fertility

Effects of EMFs + microplastics on health

Diet culture's impact on hormone balance + ovulation

Comprehensive prenatal supplementation

Raw dairy consumption during pregnancy

Avoiding environmental toxins + using whole foods

Postpartum recovery, nutrition, + community

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