Nutrition for Mamas
Stop just surviving motherhood. Start feeling good again. I’m Brooke Miller, Registered Dietitian, Lactation Counselor, and mom of three. Inside the Nutrition for Mamas Podcast, we talk all things nutrition, health and mom-life balance. We'll cover postpartum and breastfeeding to quick meals, cravings, and energy struggles. Each week, you’ll get simple, realistic tips that fit your busy life and actually work. Expect honest conversations, guest experts, practical strategies, and a little humor to remind you that you’re doing better than you think. If you’re ready to boost your energy, feel confident in your body, and enjoy food again, you’re in the right place. Connect with Brooke on Instagram @nutrition.for.mamas https://www.instagram.com/nutrition.for.mamas/
Episodes
What I Actually Eat in a Day (As a Dietitian & Mom of 3)
Let me guess, you think dietitians meal prep on Sundays, eat perfectly balanced meals, and never touch a chicken nugget.
Spoiler: Nope.
I'm a registered dietitian and a mom of three. Which means my meals need to be fast, simple, and actually doable on days when I'm running on fumes.
No fancy recipes. No hours in the kitchen. No pretending I have it all together.
In this e...
I used to start my mornings with almond milk lattes, low-fat yogurt, and a protein bar.
All "healthy" choices, right?
Wrong.
Turns out, those foods were spiking my blood sugar, tanking my energy by 10am, and keeping me constantly hungry.
In this episode, I'm breaking down the most popular "health foods" that are secretly sabotaging your energy, hormones, and weight loss and what to eat instead.
🎧 What you'll learn:
----more----Sick of feeling like you’re always putting yourself last? This episode is your wake-up call (yes, this is your tough love coming at you from your dietitian bestie). Brooke breaks down exactly how to align your daily actions with your desire to feel better starting with five-minute wins that actually work for real-life moms.
What to Listen For:
- How “I’m just a mom” thinking is sabotaging...
Feeling exhausted just thinking about dinner? You’re not alone. In this episode, we are getting real about simple healthy eating, even if you hate cooking. Learn how to nourish your body, boost energy, and fuel your milk supply without spending hours in the kitchen.
🔍 What to Listen For:
- Why you don’t need to love cooking to eat healthy
- How Brooke lost 50+ lbs postpart...
Feeling completely wiped out even after your baby finally sleeps through the night? In this episode, we dig into why postpartum exhaustion isn’t always a sleep issue. You'll discover how nutrition could be the missing piece in your energy puzzle and how small, strategic changes to your meals can help you feel like yourself again.
🎧 What to Listen For:
- Why exhaustion isn’t always fixed with sleep...
Feeling completely drained by the time dinner rolls around? You're not alone, and you are not lazy. In this episode, Brooke dives deep into the reality of decision fatigue for moms and how it can make something as routine as dinner feel like climbing a mountain. Learn how to reclaim your evenings with simple, repeatable strategies that lighten your mental load.
What to Listen For:
- Why decision fati...
Feeling drained, moody, or stuck on your postpartum weight loss journey despite your best efforts? In this episode, Brooke shares exactly which foods she avoids while breastfeeding and why. It’s not about restriction, it’s about nourishment that fuels your energy, mood, and milk supply.
What to Listen For
- Why sugary drinks (even diet ones!) might be wrecking your energy and cravings
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Ever feel like you’re stuck in a cycle of starting over every Monday, promising yourself you'll "get it together" but never quite making it? In this conversation with mindset coach Brad Bizjack, we uncover the real reason so many postpartum moms feel stuck and why success isn’t just about the perfect meal plan or routine. You’ll learn how subconscious beliefs, emotional habits, and that sneaky inner critic might be sabotaging your ...
Are you doing “all the right things” and still not feeling like yourself postpartum? In this episode, Brooke pulls back the curtain on the most common postpartum weight loss mistakes that leave new moms depleted, discouraged, and doubting their bodies. Whether you’re breastfeeding or not, this real-talk guide is packed with empowering insights to help you nourish, not punish, your body as you heal.
What to Listen ForIf that’s been something you’ve been wondering, you’re not alone and you’re not doing anything wrong. In this episode, Brooke debunks the myth that breastfeeding magically melts the weight away and unpacks the real reasons why your body might be holding on to weight (or even gaining). Let’s get to the root of what’s really going on and how to support your hormones, metabolism, and milk supply without restrictive diets or guilt.
Wha...
Are you wondering how many calories you really need while breastfeeding especially if you’re hoping to lose weight without hurting your milk supply? In this episode, Brooke Miller, registered dietitian and lactation counselor, breaks down the biggest myths about calories and weight loss during postpartum. You’ll learn why “eat less, move more” doesn’t work for breastfeeding moms and what to do instead.
What to Listen For
Ever feel like your brain won’t slow down, but somehow you’re still constantly forgetting things, running late, or dropping the ball? This episode is a deeply personal look into my recent adult ADHD diagnosis at 36. I’m breaking down the signs I missed, what finally pushed me to seek help, and how I’m navigating motherhood, business, and daily life with this new awareness.
What to Listen For
- The ex...
81. How I Lost 50 Pounds Postpartum, No Scale, Losing My Milk Supply or Giving Up My Favorite Foods!
What if you could lose 50 pounds postpartum without dieting, counting calories, or losing your milk supply? In this powerful episode, I’m opening up about the exact steps that helped me drop 50 pounds after baby #3 (and get to 10# less than I was before my 3 kids), while still breastfeeding, eating my favorite foods, and living a busy mom life. If you're feeling stuck, this one’s for you. 💪
🔍 What to Listen For
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What if your doctor isn’t giving you the full picture on PCOS? In this episode, we dive deep into the often-missed signs, symptoms, and nutrition strategies that can completely shift your experience with PCOS, especially if you're postpartum or breastfeeding. You’ll hear from a fellow dietitian who’s walked this path herself and now helps women heal their hormones from the inside out.
What to Listen For:
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Are you surviving on coffee and sheer willpower? If postpartum exhaustion has left you feeling like a shell of yourself, you’re not alone. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 simple and realistic ways to boost your postpartum energy without sacrificing your milk supply or adding more to your never-ending to-do list.
What to Listen For:
- Why sleep deprivation isn’t the only cause of postpartum exhaustion ...
Do you ever feel like you’re living in someone else’s body after having a baby? Postpartum can leave moms feeling invisible, exhausted, and unsure how to care for themselves. In this episode of The Postpartum Shift, I’m sharing 10 simple, doable shifts to help you feel like yourself again—without hours of alone time or fancy routines.
What to Listen For:
- Why postpartum impacts your identity, confid...
Stop Making This Milk Supply Mistake! 🍼
Struggling with low milk supply? Or maybe your supply goes up for a few days, then suddenly drops again? You’re not alone and you’re not broken.
In this episode, I’m sharing the #1 mistake moms make when trying to boost milk supply (and what to do instead). Most tips online only treat the symptom instead of fixing the real root cause. I’ll walk you through how to:
✨ Identify why your milk s...
Does postpartum weight loss feel impossible without tanking your milk supply or energy? In this episode, Brooke busts the “breastfeeding = weight loss” myth and shares what your body actually needs to heal, lose weight, and feel like you again—without dieting or sacrificing your milk.
What to Listen For:
- Why breastfeeding alone doesn’t lead to automatic weight loss
- The truth about hormone shifts and nut...
Thinking about trying Ozempic, Wegovy, or Monjaro? You’re not alone. In this episode, Brooke unpacks the pros, cons, and common misconceptions around semaglutide medications for postpartum moms. If you're navigating weight loss, breastfeeding, or just trying to feel like yourself again—this one’s a must-listen.
What to Listen For:-
Why semaglutides like Ozempic are not safe during pregnancy or breastfee...
You’ve read the baby books, taken the classes, and maybe even planned out your postpartum meals. But what about the things no one ever tells you about? In this eye-opening episode, Brooke shares the 3 unexpected symptoms that shocked her the most—even as a postpartum expert and mom of two. If you’ve ever thought, “Why didn’t anyone warn me? ”—this one’s for you.
What to Listen For:
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Why afterbirth cramps intensify with each ...
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