Postpartum Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in Lasalle, QC
Hi! I'm Inderpreet, a bilingual Registered Dietitian with a focus on PCOS, ADHD, hormone health, GLP-1 medication nutrition, weight management, and South Asian diets. I believe that nutrition is more than just "hitting macros". Through my clinical experience, I've seen how closely food, physical and mental health are intertwined. You need someone who will consider both your nutrition and mental health, or else diet changes won't stick! Supporting close friends and family with PCOS and ADHD has deepened my understanding of how challenging it can be to live with these conditions while juggling everyday life.
Hi! I'm Inderpreet, a bilingual Registered Dietitian with a focus on PCOS, ADHD, hormone health, GLP-1 medication nutrition, weight management, and South Asian diets. I believe that nutrition is more than just "hitting macros". Through my clinical experience, I've seen how closely food, physical and mental health are intertwined. You need someone who will consider both your nutrition and mental health, or else diet changes won't stick! Supporting close friends and family with PCOS and ADHD has deepened my understanding of how challenging it can be to live with these conditions while juggling everyday life.
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As a family and pediatric dietitian-nutritionist, I provide online consultations across Quebec and Ontario to help parents, children, and families feel confident about everyday eating. Whether you’re navigating picky eating, pregnancy nutrition, food allergies, or family meal planning, my approach is warm, realistic, and evidence-based. You’ll receive insurance receipts after each session, and can book a complimentary 20-minute discovery call to see if we’re the right fit.
As a family and pediatric dietitian-nutritionist, I provide online consultations across Quebec and Ontario to help parents, children, and families feel confident about everyday eating. Whether you’re navigating picky eating, pregnancy nutrition, food allergies, or family meal planning, my approach is warm, realistic, and evidence-based. You’ll receive insurance receipts after each session, and can book a complimentary 20-minute discovery call to see if we’re the right fit.
Areas of expertise for women:
-Optimize nutrition prior to and during pregnancy
-Breastfeeding
-Management of pregnancy malaises
- Postpartum recovery
-Eating disorders and disordered eating
Areas of expertise for children:
-Solids introduction
-Picky eating and paediatric feeding disorder
-Growth faltering
-Preterm baby nutrition
-Allergies
Jia Yi is an experienced Prenatal and Paediatric Dietitian with a passion for helping individuals and families achieve optimal health through nutrition. She debuted her career in a mental health institution, and later pivoted into the prenatal and paediatrics field as she discovered her passion with this clientele. Growing up in a multicultural country with many delicious cultural foods, she brings in a culturally sensitive approach in her sessions, finding the right balance for each individual. Outside of her professional experience, she has a nephew with autism. Witnessing their family dynamic first hand has greatly influenced her
Areas of expertise for women:
-Optimize nutrition prior to and during pregnancy
-Breastfeeding
-Management of pregnancy malaises
- Postpartum recovery
-Eating disorders and disordered eating
Areas of expertise for children:
-Solids introduction
-Picky eating and paediatric feeding disorder
-Growth faltering
-Preterm baby nutrition
-Allergies
Jia Yi is an experienced Prenatal and Paediatric Dietitian with a passion for helping individuals and families achieve optimal health through nutrition. She debuted her career in a mental health institution, and later pivoted into the prenatal and paediatrics field as she discovered her passion with this clientele. Growing up in a multicultural country with many delicious cultural foods, she brings in a culturally sensitive approach in her sessions, finding the right balance for each individual. Outside of her professional experience, she has a nephew with autism. Witnessing their family dynamic first hand has greatly influenced her
JM Nutrition offers personalized nutritional counselling by a team of leading registered dietitians and nutritionists, each with own areas of expertise and specialization. JM Nutrition offers a full range of services. Free consultation.
JM Nutrition offers personalized nutritional counselling by a team of leading registered dietitians and nutritionists, each with own areas of expertise and specialization. JM Nutrition offers a full range of services. Free consultation.
You are worried about your health risk. You think you need to improve your nutrition, yet you have no idea what to do and you are feeling overwhelmed. You have been told you need to lose weight, or you feel that you need to lose weight. Yet you are feeling stuck, since all the diets you have been trying out have been failing you. You are confused about all the information you hear from family, friends, the internet and you would like to see a professional to help you develop healthy eating habits which would be best for YOU. You would like to develop long term changes in your nutrition in order to develop a healthy lifestyle
You are worried about your health risk. You think you need to improve your nutrition, yet you have no idea what to do and you are feeling overwhelmed. You have been told you need to lose weight, or you feel that you need to lose weight. Yet you are feeling stuck, since all the diets you have been trying out have been failing you. You are confused about all the information you hear from family, friends, the internet and you would like to see a professional to help you develop healthy eating habits which would be best for YOU. You would like to develop long term changes in your nutrition in order to develop a healthy lifestyle
Lina Rahouma is a registered dietitian who graduated with a B.A.Sc from Ryerson University in Nutrition and Food. She did her dietetic practicum at Sick Kids Hospital. She takes a weight inclusive lifestyle modification and behaviour change approach to her practice, where she works with her clients to devise actionable goals to achieve their bigger health goals. I focus on empowering clients with strategies and tools that would permit them to succeed long term. She speaks English, Arabic and French to support her clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Lina Rahouma is a registered dietitian who graduated with a B.A.Sc from Ryerson University in Nutrition and Food. She did her dietetic practicum at Sick Kids Hospital. She takes a weight inclusive lifestyle modification and behaviour change approach to her practice, where she works with her clients to devise actionable goals to achieve their bigger health goals. I focus on empowering clients with strategies and tools that would permit them to succeed long term. She speaks English, Arabic and French to support her clients from different cultural backgrounds.
Postpartum Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is postpartum nutrition?
Postpartum nutrition refers to the dietary practices and consumption of specific foods during the postpartum period, when the mother is recovering from childbirth and breastfeeding. Proper nutrition during this time is essential and can help replenish nutrients lost during childbirth, aid in healing, and ensure an adequate milk supply for the baby. Nutrition professionals specializing in postpartum nutrition can provide personalized consultation, helping new mothers identify the best foods for recovery and breastfeeding. They can also offer practical advice on adjusting eating habits to fit into the new routine of caring for a newborn.
Why is nutrition important during the postpartum period?
A healthy and balanced diet during the postpartum period is essential for both recovery from childbirth and supporting breastfeeding. Consuming a variety of nutrient-rich foods, such as whole grains, lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats, is crucial during this time. Additionally, breastfeeding women burn an extra 300-500 calories per day on average, so it’s important for them to consume enough calories to meet this increased demand. Key nutrients such as iodine, choline, and iron are particularly important during the postpartum period, as they play vital roles in maternal health and infant development. To ensure all nutrient requirements are met, doctors may recommend dietary supplements to help women get enough essential nutrients during the postpartum period.
What foods should I avoid postpartum?
Nutrition experts generally advise women to avoid alcohol, caffeine, and high-sugar foods during the postpartum period. It's also recommended that postpartum mothers avoid foods that may contain high levels of harmful chemicals, such as certain fish like mackerel, swordfish, and tuna, which can contain high mercury levels that may negatively affect a newborn's development if passed through breastmilk. Additionally, foods with strong smells and flavors, such as garlic, are often discouraged as they may cause the baby to reject breastfeeding due to taste preferences.
What diet is best for breastfeeding mothers?
For breastfeeding mothers, a well-rounded and nutritious diet is essential to support both the mother's health and the baby's growth and development. In general, it is recommended that breastfeeding mother's focus on consuming a balanced diet that contains whole grains, vegetables, fruits, healthy fats, and lean protein sources. In particular, ensuring that one is getting enough protein can be critical to ensuring sufficient breast milk supply. Sources of such protein include dairy products, lean meats, eggs, nuts and seeds, and beans. Additionally, certain fish that are low in mercury, like salmon, bluefish, and bass, are particularly beneficial, as they provide omega-3 fatty acids, including docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), which supports healthy infant brain development.