Welcome to From Periods to Postpartum—the podcast where real talk meets practical support for your hormones, fertility, and eating habits. I’m Tayler, women’s health dietitian, passionate about helping women feel their best through every stage of their reproductive journey — without restrictive diets or food rules, just simple shifts that actually work.
I’m here to help you understand your cycle, support your fertility, and learn sustainable eating habits that make pregnancy and postpartum feel more manageable.
8. Is Food Tracking Helping or Hurting You? 4 Lessons to Think About First
I recently came across a food journal I did when I was 13, and it brought up a lot of thoughts about food tracking — how it’s used, how it can help, and where it can sometimes go wrong.
In this episode, I’m sharing 4 key lessons I’ve learned (as a dietitian and someone who’s tracked their own food) that I think every woman should consider before logging a single bite.
Whether you’re currently tracking, have thought about trying it, or feel a little burned out by food rules, this episode will give you a fresh perspective on how to approach food tracking in a way that’s supportive — not stressful.
Are you trying to conceive or planning to in the near future?
My self-paced program, Pregnancy Prep Roadmap, walks you through how to build nutrition and lifestyle habits that support a healthy cycle and optimal fertility.
Use code SUMMER25 to get $50 off through the end of summer!
Access the program here (https://nutritionbytayler.thinkific.com/courses/pprsp)
Want to work together?
I'm on maternity leave till the end of 2025, but you can inquire to work with me through the contact form on my website and I'll let you know when my availability opens up again.
Inquire here (https://nutritionbytayler.ca/contact)
Follow me on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thepregnancyprep.rd/)
28 Jul 2025
7. My Birth Story
Listen in as I tell the birth story of my first child with special guest, my husband Jacob!
Episode details:
how labour started
giving birth at home
my biggest challenge in labour
overcoming when things don't go according to "plan"
answering questions from you!
hearing the birth experience from a husband's perspective
Our doula: Fearless Birthing Doula (https://www.instagram.com/fearlessbirthing_doula/)
Our midwife: Beginnings Midwifery (https://www.instagram.com/beginningsmidwiferycare/)
Follow me on Instagram @thepregnancyprep.rd (https://www.instagram.com/thepregnancyprep.rd/)
This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice.
15 Jul 2025
6. What No One Told Me About the First Weeks Postpartum
The early days of postpartum can be beautiful—but they can also feel really heavy. In this episode, I’m sharing the raw, unfiltered thoughts and emotions I experienced during the first couple weeks after giving birth. From feeling like I wasn’t good enough for my baby to questioning if I could really do this, I open up about the mental load of new motherhood that I wasn’t prepared for.
If you’re currently in it or expecting a baby soon, this episode is meant to reassure you: these thoughts are more common than you think. And you’re not alone. Talking about it helped me—maybe it will help you too.
Tag me @thepregnancyprep.rd if you find this helpful and want to share with others
10 Jun 2025
5. How I Prepared for a Home Birth
The host details preparations for her home birth, discussing midwife selection, prenatal therapies, and contingency planning, offering insights for mothers considering similar experiences.
26 May 2025
4. First Trimester Summary & How I Managed Nausea
The host recounts her personal experiences during the seventh week of her first pregnancy, detailing surprising symptoms and effective strategies for managing nausea.
22 May 2025
3. How I Prepared for My Pregnancy
The host shares specific nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, and planning steps taken to prepare her body for pregnancy, offering listeners actionable ideas to feel confident when trying to conceive.
20 May 2025
2: Before you're expecting - How preconception nutrition shapes pregnancy and postpartum
Thinking about pregnancy someday—or trying now? This episode is your reminder that what you do before you’re pregnant matters just as much as what you do during it.
Tayler breaks down why preconception nutrition is one of the most powerful ways to support your fertility, prepare your body for a smoother pregnancy, and recover more easily postpartum.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
Why the easiest time to build sustainable eating habits is before you're pregnant
How nutrition supports egg and sperm quality, hormone balance, and cycle regularity
The link between nutrient stores and first trimester symptoms like nausea and fatigue
How building up nutrition ahead of time can reduce your risk of complications like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia
Why postpartum recovery, milk production, and future fertility depend on your preconception foundation
And why preparing for pregnancy is a lot like training for a marathon
Whether you’re months away from trying or just curious about what to expect, this episode will help you understand the why behind preconception nutrition—and how to start laying the foundation now.
Links mentioned:
Pregnancy Prep Roadmap - self-paced program (https://nutritionbytayler.myflodesk.com/pprwaitlist)
27 Apr 2025
1. My story: How I learned women’s health is my passion
Welcome to the first episode of From Periods to Postpartum!
In this intro episode I cover:
My goals with the podcast
What types of topics you can expect to learn in the podcast
Why I am so passionate about women’s health
My personal experience with birth control and transitioning off
Why I feel the preconception period is the MOST important time to work on your nutrition
What are my current nutrition priorities
This episode is sponsored by my 12-week group program, Pregnancy Prep Roadmap! In the program you’ll learn the nutrition and lifestyle strategies that support optimal fertility so you can go into future pregnancy well nourished.
Apply today (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNmQ7jWuWJ-GS8KQZ1uLqvDCL6xCYC_tCFHw2YF-sW5RxXOw/viewform?usp=share_link) to learn when my next group starts!
Follow me on Instagram @thepregnancyprep.rd (http://thepregnancyprep.rd/)
The episodes in this podcast are for educational purposes only. It does not replace professional medical or nutrition advice so be sure to talk with your health provider about what is right for you.
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