The Foundation Edit

• Prenatal: A holistic, science-rooted prenatal goes beyond basic vitamins to support your body’s nutrient density during its most demanding season. Prioritize bioavailable, methylated nutrients—the forms your body naturally recognizes— to protect your baby’s development without synthetic fillers or endocrine disruptors. Some great options are FullWell, Needed, and GUD for MAMA’s.

• Water Filtration: With your blood volume increasing by nearly 50% during pregnancy, high-quality hydration is foundational for fetal development. We recommend ProOne filters because they use independently tested technology to remove 95%+ of PFAS and fluoride, along with 200+ other contaminants—while retaining the essential minerals your baby needs for bone health.

• Water Bottle: Both Klean Kanteen and Hydro Flask utilize 18/8 food-grade stainless steel, which is naturally BPA-free and does not require a plastic liner that could leach endocrine disruptors. Most importantly, both brands have pioneered lead-free sealing processes for their insulated lines, ensuring there is no risk of heavy metal exposure for you or your baby.

• Electrolytes: These minerals act as a "GPS" for hydration, directing water into your cells to prevent leg cramps, stabilize blood pressure, and maintain the delicate pH balance required for your baby’s developing nervous system, heart, and bone growth. For clean, real-food ingredients, I love Just Ingredients; for science-backed cellular hydration, Fringe is my go-to flavorless support to add to coffee or tea; and for a nervous system boost, Minerals and Chill is the perfect adrenal cocktail blend.

• Tea: The Traditional Medicinals Organic Pregnancy Tea is formulated to be a supportive daily tonic throughout your entire pregnancy, using Red Raspberry Leaf to gradually tone the uterine muscles for more efficient labor. The blend incorporates Nettle and Alfalfa to provide a steady source of bioavailable minerals like iron and calcium, which are essential for supporting your significantly increased blood volume. Rounded out with Spearmint and Rosehips for digestive ease and immune support, this EWG-friendly tea offers a safe and nutrient-dense way to nourish your body from the first trimester through postpartum.

• Ancestral Support: While a standard prenatal covers the basics, adding ancestral staples like Cod Liver Oil and Desiccated Organs provides deep, whole-food nourishment. These "sacred foods" have been prioritized for generations to ensure a strong foundation during pregnancy and a restorative recovery postpartum.

  • Cod Liver Oil: During pregnancy, this is a powerhouse for Vitamin A (Retinol) and Vitamin D3, which work in synergy to support your baby’s immune system, vision, and skeletal development. In the postpartum period, its high DHA content is essential for replenishing your own brain health and enriching your breast milk for your baby’s continued cognitive growth. My go to is Rosita Extra Virgin Cod Liver Oil Softgels.

  • Desiccated Organs: Often called "nature's most concentrated supplement," grass-fed liver and heart offer bioavailable Heme Iron, B12, and Choline. During pregnancy, these support your increasing blood volume and energy. Postpartum, they are crucial for rebuilding nutrient stores lost during birth and providing the cellular energy needed for healing and milk production. I like Perfect Supplements – Grass Fed Desiccated Beef Liver and HEART & SOIL – Grass Fed & Finished Beef Organs.