May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and May 7 was World Maternal Mental Health Day — but really, every day is a good day to support your mental, emotional, and physical well-being as a mom. In this episode, we’re talking about how the food you eat can impact your mood, energy, and emotional health.
I’m sharing some science-backed insight (without getting too nerdy!) and simple tips to help you feel more like YOU again — no perfection required. Mood swings and mental fog are common in motherhood, but that doesn’t mean you have to just live with them.
You’ll learn: 🔹 How nutrition impacts mood and mental clarity 🔹 Why blood sugar and inflammation matter more than you think 🔹 5 mood-boosting nutrients moms often miss — and how to get them 🔹 Real-life meal and snack ideas to support your mental health 🔹 A mindset shift to help you nourish your body without guilt or extremes
✨ Ready to take action?
➡️ Join the 21-Day Summer Reset Challenge kicking off Monday, June 2nd: wellnessbyval.com/summer
This challenge helps you reset your body, mind, and mood with simple meals, realistic workouts, and support that actually fits mom life.
💬 Want more personalized support?
Book your 1:1 Nutrition & Wellness Coaching for Busy Moms Session here: wellnessbyval.com/nutrition
We’ll work together to create a plan that supports your physical and mental health — so you can feel stronger, calmer, and more energized every day.
Resources & Links: ✨ Join the Free Momma Wellness Hub where you will get nutrition tips, workouts, and more! ✨ Become an Insider and get the Weekly Newsletter! ✨ Follow Val on Instagram for more tips! @wellnessbyval_
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