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Sep 2022
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Episode 77: My Tips on Pregnancy Care an...

Leah Brueggemann
About this episode

Every pregnancy is different, even for me! In this episode, I compare my 1st pregnancy with my 2nd and share my personal nutrition and self-care tips that are helping me prepare for baby #2. If you are getting ready to have a baby make sure to take a listen so that you can implement these care tips into your daily diet and life!

In this episode you will learn about:

  • How I handled my first pregnancy and what I am doing differently now
  • My go-to supplements to help replenish my body's minerals
  • Products I use to help with sleep and aches and pains

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