Ep 352 Why Depletion Impacts Fertility After Baby with Brooke Harmer

On today's episode of The Wholesome Fertility Podcast, I'm joined by Brooke Harmer (@thewellnourishedmama_), the founder of The Well Nourished Mama, a nutritionist and postpartum health expert who supports women through pregnancy, postpartum, and beyond. Brooke's journey began as a food blogger helping college students eat well on a budget, but after becoming a mother herself, she shifted her focus to helping women heal nutritionally after birth and prepare their bodies for future pregnancies.

In this conversation, we explore how pregnancy, birth, and postpartum dramatically shift a woman's biochemistry, gut microbiome, and hormonal balance, and why many women facing secondary infertility are actually experiencing a deep nutritional depletion. Brooke shares the foundational habits and healing foods that help rebuild nutrient stores and support fertility, whether it's your first or third time trying to conceive.

From bone broth and Brazil nuts to the power of minerals and full-fat dairy, this episode is packed with essential advice for replenishing the body and preparing for a thriving pregnancy.

🎧 Tune in if you're navigating secondary infertility, prepping for conception after baby, or simply want to learn how to nourish your body through all seasons of motherhood.

Key Takeaways:

- Postpartum depletion can significantly impact future fertility.
- The body undergoes major gut, immune, and hormonal shifts during pregnancy and childbirth.
- Healing takes time, more than the traditional 6 weeks postpartum.
- Eating 3 well-balanced meals a day is foundational for hormone and fertility health.
- Minerals and full-fat foods are essential for restoring the body's cellular function and hormonal balance.

Guest Bio:

Brooke Harmer (@thewellnourishedmama_), is a certified perinatal nutritionist who empowers women to take a proactive, holistic approach to their health during pregnancy and postpartum. Blending evidence-based science with ancient nutritional wisdom, Brooke supports women in nourishing their bodies, working in sync with their medical providers, and thriving through every stage of motherhood. She's the author of two best-selling cookbooks and the host of The Well Nourished Mama Podcast, a top 50 show that has become a go-to resource in the mama community for practical, grounded wellness guidance.


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