Postpartum Nutrition Nutritionists and Dietitians in Union County, NJ

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Busy Woman Weight Loss
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, MBA
Online Only
Hi! I'm Jacqueline Gomes, RD - For over 19 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping people improve their health through compassionate, personalized nutrition care. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I specialize in weight management, heart health, prediabetes and diabetes, women’s health, PCOS, and perimenopause. My approach blends evidence-based nutrition with real-life, sustainable strategies, because I believe lasting change happens without judgment, shame, or restrictive dieting.
Hi! I'm Jacqueline Gomes, RD - For over 19 years, I’ve had the privilege of helping people improve their health through compassionate, personalized nutrition care. As a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, I specialize in weight management, heart health, prediabetes and diabetes, women’s health, PCOS, and perimenopause. My approach blends evidence-based nutrition with real-life, sustainable strategies, because I believe lasting change happens without judgment, shame, or restrictive dieting.
(848) 216-7251 View (848) 216-7251
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Alexandra Paetow
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Serves Area
Ready to finally experience food freedom and improve your fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood?
As a specialist in fertility, prenatal, postpartum, and parenthood nutrition, I help women get the nourishment they need to thrive. I use intuitive eating principles with a special focus on working to break free of chronic dieting and disordered eating, heal body image struggles, and finally learn how to eat for their bodies without obsessing about food.
Ready to finally experience food freedom and improve your fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and parenthood?
As a specialist in fertility, prenatal, postpartum, and parenthood nutrition, I help women get the nourishment they need to thrive. I use intuitive eating principles with a special focus on working to break free of chronic dieting and disordered eating, heal body image struggles, and finally learn how to eat for their bodies without obsessing about food.
(908) 336-9736 View (908) 336-9736
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Lauren Bernstein
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDE
Westfield, NJ 07090
I believe finding the right motivation and support is the key to your success. Not only will I focus on what you eat but why you eat. Emotional eating has become a much more prevalent issue for many people. My clients will have the opportunity to explore the triggers that perpetuate these unhealthy eating habits. I have over 20 years of experience. Let me be your health coach and lead you to a permanent, healthy way of eating.
I believe finding the right motivation and support is the key to your success. Not only will I focus on what you eat but why you eat. Emotional eating has become a much more prevalent issue for many people. My clients will have the opportunity to explore the triggers that perpetuate these unhealthy eating habits. I have over 20 years of experience. Let me be your health coach and lead you to a permanent, healthy way of eating.
(908) 867-0976 View (908) 867-0976
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Turn Leaf Wellness
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RD, CDN
Springfield, NJ 07081
Maggie Milone, MPH, RD, CDN, is a dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) who believes in the transformative power of food. With a compassionate approach, Maggie guides clients towards realistic and sustainable lifestyle changes, fostering a harmonious relationship with food, body, and mind. Embracing the principles of “food as medicine” and a “non-diet” philosophy, she empowers individuals to take small, meaningful steps towards improved health and well-being.
Maggie Milone, MPH, RD, CDN, is a dedicated Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) who believes in the transformative power of food. With a compassionate approach, Maggie guides clients towards realistic and sustainable lifestyle changes, fostering a harmonious relationship with food, body, and mind. Embracing the principles of “food as medicine” and a “non-diet” philosophy, she empowers individuals to take small, meaningful steps towards improved health and well-being.
(908) 650-8761 View (908) 650-8761
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Constance A Chukwuka
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MPH, RDN, LD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.
My goal is to make it 100% easy for you to follow your specified dietary plan and lifestyle changes to meet your goal. I always review your food likes/dislikes, make necessary changes paying attention to your food likes. I believe that good nutrition is the one that is eaten, good diet plan/lifestyle change is the one that is simple and easy to follow for a long time. I use visuals and measures to bring points home and clear, you don't have to take notes, I do give handouts which you might never have to read because my points are always clear.
(240) 534-1980 View (240) 534-1980
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Jalpa Sheth Nutrition & Wellness LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN, LDN
Serves Area
Hi, this is Jalpa Sheth, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master's degree in Health & Nutrition and founder of Jalpa Sheth Nutrition & Wellness LLC - A growing, multi-location nutrition practice currently present in Jersey City, New York City and Miami. Here, we are committed to empower our patients with the nutrition related knowledge and ready to implement tools they need to take charge of their health & fitness and meet their goals.
Hi, this is Jalpa Sheth, a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with a Master's degree in Health & Nutrition and founder of Jalpa Sheth Nutrition & Wellness LLC - A growing, multi-location nutrition practice currently present in Jersey City, New York City and Miami. Here, we are committed to empower our patients with the nutrition related knowledge and ready to implement tools they need to take charge of their health & fitness and meet their goals.
(201) 425-6692 View (201) 425-6692

Online Dietitians and Nutritionists

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Amanda Ghighi
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, LDN
5 Endorsed
Newark, NJ 07104
Amanda is an RD specializing in general health and wellness, eating disorders and disordered eating. She is dedicated to helping individuals heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Amanda believes in creating a compassionate and supportive environment, incorporating evidence-based nutrition practices to guide clients toward sustainable changes. She strives to empower her clients to break free from diet culture and develop a nourishing and balanced approach to eating. Amanda offers compassionate, patient-centered nutrition care, focusing on non-diet, weight-inclusive principles.
Amanda is an RD specializing in general health and wellness, eating disorders and disordered eating. She is dedicated to helping individuals heal their relationship with food and their bodies. Amanda believes in creating a compassionate and supportive environment, incorporating evidence-based nutrition practices to guide clients toward sustainable changes. She strives to empower her clients to break free from diet culture and develop a nourishing and balanced approach to eating. Amanda offers compassionate, patient-centered nutrition care, focusing on non-diet, weight-inclusive principles.
(862) 225-6191 View (862) 225-6191
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Robin Decicco
Nutritionist/Dietitian, CHHC
Online Only
I am an expert in the areas of weight loss, label reading, gluten-free and other food allergies and teaching mindfulness related to eating patterns.I create meal and lifestyle plans to reduce symptoms of inflammatory conditions, gastrointestinal and neurological disorders, forms of cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. My program empowers individuals, families and groups to make smarter, more informed food decisions, leading to health, balance and longevity. I promote overall health through assisting clients and making informed food decisions by combining the most recent scientific findings with specific interventions that lead to health and balance.
I am an expert in the areas of weight loss, label reading, gluten-free and other food allergies and teaching mindfulness related to eating patterns.I create meal and lifestyle plans to reduce symptoms of inflammatory conditions, gastrointestinal and neurological disorders, forms of cancer, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. My program empowers individuals, families and groups to make smarter, more informed food decisions, leading to health, balance and longevity. I promote overall health through assisting clients and making informed food decisions by combining the most recent scientific findings with specific interventions that lead to health and balance.
(201) 608-2377 View (201) 608-2377
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Whole Nutrition Center
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD
Rockaway, NJ 07866
Are you tired of feeling like you don’t have enough energy to support your busy life? Do you constantly feel bloated or that your body does not look and feel the way it used to? Are you frustrated and overwhelmed by all the misinformation constantly floating around the Internet about nutrition? Are you sick of fad diets or counting calories? Do you have a chronic illness that’s leaving you confused about the best food to fuel your body with? Are you fed up with putting a bandaid over your issues and you are now ready to get to the root cause?
Are you tired of feeling like you don’t have enough energy to support your busy life? Do you constantly feel bloated or that your body does not look and feel the way it used to? Are you frustrated and overwhelmed by all the misinformation constantly floating around the Internet about nutrition? Are you sick of fad diets or counting calories? Do you have a chronic illness that’s leaving you confused about the best food to fuel your body with? Are you fed up with putting a bandaid over your issues and you are now ready to get to the root cause?
(973) 221-8545 View (973) 221-8545
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Amanda Holtzer
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD
Online Only
I work with patients on a wide variety of health conditions and nutrition goals, including: weight management, diabetes management, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, sports nutrition, G.I. disease, eating disorders, and pediatrics.
I work with patients on a wide variety of health conditions and nutrition goals, including: weight management, diabetes management, high cholesterol, cardiovascular disease, sports nutrition, G.I. disease, eating disorders, and pediatrics.
(908) 520-2177 View (908) 520-2177
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TruRoots Nutrition LLC
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
Montville, NJ 07045
As a dietitian with a functional/holistic background, I help my clients reach their goals by utilizing a whole food nutrition focus. I specialize in gut health conditions, weight management, diabetes, and optimizing your health. Let's work together to reach your health and wellness goals!
As a dietitian with a functional/holistic background, I help my clients reach their goals by utilizing a whole food nutrition focus. I specialize in gut health conditions, weight management, diabetes, and optimizing your health. Let's work together to reach your health and wellness goals!
(973) 604-8569 View (973) 604-8569
Esther F Adesina
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, CDN
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you tired of dieting? Do you want to live a healthy lifestyle and still enjoy food but don't know how to go about it? I am here to help you navigate the path to a healthier living and to adopt healthier eating habits. Diets do not work but eating right, food portion control and physical activities do work. Do not wait any longer, give me a call, text or email, and let's start working on your health goals today
Are you tired of dieting? Do you want to live a healthy lifestyle and still enjoy food but don't know how to go about it? I am here to help you navigate the path to a healthier living and to adopt healthier eating habits. Diets do not work but eating right, food portion control and physical activities do work. Do not wait any longer, give me a call, text or email, and let's start working on your health goals today
(908) 428-8520 View (908) 428-8520
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Olivia Jackson
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LD
4 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07302
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
Olivia is a registered dietitian dedicated to helping individuals of all ages take a non-diet approach to nutrition while honoring both their bodies and mental health. She specializes in eating disorders, disordered eating, and intuitive and mindful eating, providing a safe space for clients to explore and challenge difficult food beliefs. Olivia believes in meeting clients where they are in their relationship with food and body to support meaningful, lasting change. She enjoys helping clients discover what healthy eating looks like in their own lives and creating a realistic sense of balance.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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Stephanie Long
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, CDCES, CGN
1 Endorsed
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
As a dietitian with over 20 years experience, I enjoy working with a variety of clients. Weight management, meal planning, GI health (IBS/FODMAP,reflux/SIBO), diabetes and PCOS are some of my areas of expertise. Also work with GI Map and functional stool study analysis for clients. Feeling better and more confident in your food choices is a goal I love to work on with all my clients!
As a dietitian with over 20 years experience, I enjoy working with a variety of clients. Weight management, meal planning, GI health (IBS/FODMAP,reflux/SIBO), diabetes and PCOS are some of my areas of expertise. Also work with GI Map and functional stool study analysis for clients. Feeling better and more confident in your food choices is a goal I love to work on with all my clients!
(856) 644-3151 View (856) 644-3151
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Dr. Julie Monica
Nutritionist/Dietitian, DCBCN, CNS
Sea Girt, NJ 08750
Dr. Monica is a board certified, clinical nutritionist. She uses a comprehensive, holistic approach to combat chronic diseases. Many health issues can be greatly impacted by nutritional therapies that have only been traditionally managed with medication.
Dr. Monica is a board certified, clinical nutritionist. She uses a comprehensive, holistic approach to combat chronic diseases. Many health issues can be greatly impacted by nutritional therapies that have only been traditionally managed with medication.
(732) 719-3028 View (732) 719-3028
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Stephanie Bruzek
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN, LDN
5 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07304
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian with over 11 years of experience helping individuals manage their health through nutrition. Stephanie promotes individualized care, focusing on nutrition education, behavior change, and promoting health in a sustainable way. Stephanie enjoys connecting with her clients and developing a plan together that will work for their life and aligns with their goals.
Stephanie is a Registered Dietitian with over 11 years of experience helping individuals manage their health through nutrition. Stephanie promotes individualized care, focusing on nutrition education, behavior change, and promoting health in a sustainable way. Stephanie enjoys connecting with her clients and developing a plan together that will work for their life and aligns with their goals.
(312) 374-5399 View (312) 374-5399
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PlaNutrition
Nutritionist/Dietitian, BS, CSN
Manalapan, NJ 07726
I help clients struggling with weight management, emotional or stress-related eating, plateaus, postpartum weight, menopause-related changes, or difficulty building consistent healthy habits.
My ideal client is someone who has struggled with weight loss or maintaining their results, feels frustrated by diets that don’t work, and wants a sustainable approach that fits their lifestyle. They are ready for personalized guidance, real-food strategies, and ongoing support to achieve lasting weight loss, improve energy, and build healthy habits that stick. Their goal is not just to lose weight, but to gain confidence, feel healthier, and maintain results long-term.
I help clients struggling with weight management, emotional or stress-related eating, plateaus, postpartum weight, menopause-related changes, or difficulty building consistent healthy habits.
My ideal client is someone who has struggled with weight loss or maintaining their results, feels frustrated by diets that don’t work, and wants a sustainable approach that fits their lifestyle. They are ready for personalized guidance, real-food strategies, and ongoing support to achieve lasting weight loss, improve energy, and build healthy habits that stick. Their goal is not just to lose weight, but to gain confidence, feel healthier, and maintain results long-term.
(732) 631-8805 View (732) 631-8805
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Kimberly Mania
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RDN
Hillsborough, NJ 08844
Kim Mania is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in pediatric and family nutrition, weight management, diabetes education, cardiovascular, maternal and prenatal, and neurodiversity/autism-related nutrition.
Kim Mania is a Registered Dietitian who specializes in pediatric and family nutrition, weight management, diabetes education, cardiovascular, maternal and prenatal, and neurodiversity/autism-related nutrition.
(908) 650-8546 View (908) 650-8546
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Katherine Ragusa
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN, IBCLC
1 Endorsed
Haddon Heights, NJ 08035
My ideal clients are those who feel stuck in cycles of dieting, disordered eating, or body image struggles, and are looking for a safe space to heal. They may feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or unsure how to trust food and their bodies again. Their goal is to find peace with food, feel nourished without guilt, and build lasting habits that support both physical and emotional well-being. They want to feel cared for, understood, and empowered with tools they can use in everyday life.
My ideal clients are those who feel stuck in cycles of dieting, disordered eating, or body image struggles, and are looking for a safe space to heal. They may feel frustrated, overwhelmed, or unsure how to trust food and their bodies again. Their goal is to find peace with food, feel nourished without guilt, and build lasting habits that support both physical and emotional well-being. They want to feel cared for, understood, and empowered with tools they can use in everyday life.
(856) 226-0810 View (856) 226-0810
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Alexis Michel
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RD, LDN, CLT
Online Only
To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art. I’m here to teach you the art. Ever wonder why people try dieting time after time, but can't find something that works for them? The issue is, they don't understand their body. I help you discover the best means to understand your body and provide it with the best personalized nourishment for enhanced well-being, increased vitality, and symptom relief. I get to know you so I can give you exactly what you need to be successful. I provide custom meal plans, grocery lists, hand-outs, recipe guides, & lab testing to get to the root cause of your health issues.
To eat is a necessity, but to eat intelligently is an art. I’m here to teach you the art. Ever wonder why people try dieting time after time, but can't find something that works for them? The issue is, they don't understand their body. I help you discover the best means to understand your body and provide it with the best personalized nourishment for enhanced well-being, increased vitality, and symptom relief. I get to know you so I can give you exactly what you need to be successful. I provide custom meal plans, grocery lists, hand-outs, recipe guides, & lab testing to get to the root cause of your health issues.
(908) 827-6596 View (908) 827-6596
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.