PERINATAL NUTRITION

SUPPORT IN OSWEGO, IL

NOURISHING MAMAS & BABIES FROM THE INSIDE OUT

Perinatal Nutrition in Oswego, Illinois

NUTRITION IS NOT ONE-SIZE-FITS-ALL. INDIVIDUALIZED CARE MATTERS.

Perinatal nutrition support with Profound Birth is individualized, evidence-informed, and rooted in whole-person care. We provide dedicated nutrition appointments to review eating patterns, lab findings, and unique nutritional needs from pre-conception, throughout pregnancy and postpartum. Our guidance is practical and realistic, supporting maternal energy, fetal development, and postpartum recovery while honoring your body, your preferences, and your culture.

WHY PERINATAL NUTRITION MATTERS

  • Supports Fertility & Conception – Proper nutrition prepares the body for conception by balancing hormones, improving egg and sperm quality, and creating an optimal environment for pregnancy.

  • Reduces Pregnancy Complications – Thoughtful nutrition helps lower the risk of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, anemia, and other complications.

  • Promotes Healthy Fetal Development – Nutrients like DHA, folate, iron, and choline are essential for brain, nervous system, and organ development.

  • Eases Pregnancy Symptoms – Food choices can reduce nausea, boost energy, and help with common challenges like reflux or constipation.

  • Strengthens Postpartum Recovery – Restores nutrient stores, supports healing, balances hormones, stabilizes mood and rebuilds energy during the fourth trimester.

  • Supports Lactation & Milk Supply – Targeted nutrition enhances both quality and quantity of breastmilk, ensuring infants receive essential nutrients for optimal growth.

  • Shapes Long-Term Health – Perinatal nutrition influences a child’s metabolic, immune and neurological health well beyond birth.