133: Root Causes and Personalized Solutions: Bridgitte Mallinson's Approach to Gut Health

Jamie and Emily are joined by Bridgitte Mallinson (Instagram @bridgittemalli), MS, RDN, founder and CEO of GutPersonal, a company focusing on personalized gut health solutions (Instagram @gut.personal). They reminisce about Bridgitte's journey through pregnancy and labor, noting the presence of NAPS nurses during her childbirth. Bridgitte recounts her health struggles, leading her to found Gut Personal, and discuss the significance of gut health for overall well-being, particularly for women. 

The conversation covers how hormones and other bodily functions are influenced by gut health and the importance of a personalized approach. Emily reflects on her own health challenges and the significance of addressing root causes rather than symptoms. Bridgette emphasized the personalized approach Gut Personal takes in assessing gut health and recommending supplements tailored to individual needs.

They discuss the root causes of common health issues like infertility, morning sickness, and low energy levels in women, particularly during pregnancy and postpartum. Bridgette shares personalized supplements recommendations based on individual needs. She also highlights the importance of quality supplements and the need for education on their use, noting the gap of knowledge among some traditional healthcare providers. She encourages listeners to seek out reliable sources for information and offers personalized coaching and testing services through GutPersonal. 

In this week’s Ask a NAPS Nurse, Jamie and Emily help out those new parents! They talk about newborn bedtimes, explaining that newborns typically don't have a set bedtime and often settle for the night around 10 PM or later due to their natural activity patterns. They also mention that most infants develop an earlier bedtime by around 12 weeks, typically between 6 and 8 PM, but variations exist, and families can adjust based on what works best for them.

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