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Virtual Counseling for Reproductive Nutrition

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Supporting women and couples throughout their reproductive years.

Providing nutrition guidance for fertility, pregnancy, postpartum & breastfeeding.

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Location: Virtual Practice based in Chicago, IL

Email: hello@rachellemallik.com

Phone: (415) 640-6148 - Fax: (855) 781-4098

Celebrating seven years of marriage today. Five cities, seven moves, multiple trips all over the world, one child, countless meals, cups of coffee and dynamic conversations about race, gender and culture later, I’m so grateful to share this life and delicious food with Ronak. My private practice The Food Therapist wouldn’t be here without his support and belief in my abilities and mission. We also recognize our interracial, interfaith marriage wouldn’t exist if it weren’t for the brave couples who preceded us.
Photo 📷 cred to the incredibly talented @hugegaldones who captured this beautiful moment from our Hindu ceremony. Feeding each other has remained an integral part of our relationship ❤️

Whether you have PCOS, are trying to conceive, have gestational diabetes, or you’re postpartum and feeling pressured to get back to your pre-baby weight, etc., please do not avoid or fear carbs. Fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains provide energy, antioxidants, fiber, vitamins & minerals, and they taste good. Whole grains specifically have been associated with increased endometrial thickness and increased implantation rates for women undergoing fertility treatments. Yes whole grains contain phytic acid/phytates (“antinutrients” that can affect the absorption of some vitamins and minerals) but so do other “grain-free” foods like nuts and tubers, plus phytates have antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. If you have celiac disease, IBS issues or “feel better” when you cut out certain food groups, please talk to a dietitian about your unique needs and tailoring a diet that can help improve your overall health, including your relationship with food.
Pictured here: butternut oat pancakes topped with mixed nut butter & pumpkin seeds. Blend 1/2 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup butternut purée, 1 ripe banana, 2 eggs & 1/2 tsp baking powder and cook as you would regular pancakes. Easy to make, satisfying and toddler-approved👌🏼.

Today is the last day for early bird registration to my Nourished Mamas seminar next Monday at Monica + Andy! Why should you come? Because you want to do what’s best for your baby. Because pregnancy, birth, postpartum and breastfeeding are depleting and you deserve to be nourished. Because prenatal vitamins and lactation supplements can’t replace a nutritious diet. Because there’s bad advice on the internet and you deserve better than that. Because you can ask questions from a nutrition expert. Because it’s a safe space to be yourself and connect with other women who are going through similar experiences. Because you can’t pour from an empty cup. Come join us mamas. Bring your bumps and your babies, or leave the babies with a fellow caregiver and take a break for yourself. (I will be leaving my little one at home because toddlers are as demanding and distracting as they are adorable!) I’ve also got some yummy food samples for you to take home, or to snack on during the seminar because feeding a human with your body and recovering from growing a human takes energy! Link in bio to register. Use code M+A20 to save 20% today! #prenatal #postnatal #postpartum #newmom #fourthtrimester #breastfeeding #lactation #dietitian #Chicago

What should you eat when you’re breastfeeding? Postpartum and nursing mamas can be so concerned with feeding their babies, that they forget they need to eat nourishing foods too! Join me this Friday, 1/25 at Monica + Andy (Michigan Ave) for my Nourished Mamas seminar! Learn simple ways to integrate crucial nutrients into your diet with evidence-based guidance every expecting and breastfeeding mother should hear. #linkinbio to register (sign up by Wednesday, 1/23 for early bird pricing with promo code M+A20)! In the meantime, make these spinach banana blender muffins for a nutritious breakfast or snack. You can eat them with one-hand and they’re perfect for on the go. Plus they’re made with oats and flax, which are super nutritious whether or not they boost breastmilk production, bananas for sweetness and energy, and spinach to help you meet your (lower) iron needs without constipating supplements. Bonus - skip the nuts and they’re great for baby-led weaning! Recipe inspired by @joyfoodsunshine. #prenatal #pregnancy #postpartum #breastfeeding #lactation #fourthtrimester #breastfeedingnutrition #reproductivenutrition #dietitian #Chicago #monicaandandy

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