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If you’ve been feeling depleted, stuck, or like your body just isn’t bouncing back after baby, there’s a good chance you’re missing one key nutrient: protein.
Whether you want to heal faster, have more energy, build strength, or lose fat — protein plays a massive role in your recovery and results. And most postpartum moms aren’t getting nearly enough.
In this episode, I’m breaking down:
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Why protein is non-negotiable for postpartum healing, energy, milk supply, and metabolism
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How much protein postpartum moms actually need (it’s more than you’ve been told)
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Easy, realistic ways to get enough protein in your day — without tracking every bite
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The best protein sources to help you feel full, strong, and nourished
You’ll also hear my own postpartum story — how focusing on protein helped me recover faster, support my milk production, and see changes in my body composition when I returned to exercise.
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