37: Plant based from birth to pregnancy: what you need to know

Aug 30

Alexandra Caspero MA, RD, CLT, RYT, is owner of Delish Knowledge and author of Fresh Italian Cooking for the New Generation. Her award-winning blog, Delish Knowledge, focuses on making whole-food, vegetarian eating deliciously simple.

Alex is the co-founder of Plant-Based Juniors, an evidence-based platform that helps parents navigate the world of plant-based prenatal and pediatric nutrition. She is the co-author of the best-selling book, The Plant-Based Baby + Toddler. Additionally, she is the co-author of Joyful Eating, Nourished Life, which helps others discover a happier, healthier relationship with food and their body.

What we talked about:

4:05- Alex’s tricks for making delicious oatmeal

5:45- Alex’s journey to having a more plant focused diet

9:50- The Plant Based Baby and Toddler book

15:45- Nutrition suggestions for pregnancy

19:05- Best prenatal supplements

24:15- Recommendations for taming nausea during pregnancy

27:50- Nutrition while breastfeeding

30:15- Plant based formula options and thoughts on formula

35:20- Thoughts on rice cereal for babies

39:25- Tips for baby led weaning

43:20- Overcoming the fear of not getting enough protein with a plant based diet