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Apr 2024
34m 13s

What Actually Needs to Be in Your Prenat...

My Essential Birth
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Are you really getting what you need from your prenatal? It all starts with your gut! 1 in 4 women have gut issues. Bridgette, functional registered dietician, shares that no matter how good our nutrition is or how balanced out diet is, we are still going to be lacking in vitamins and minerals! Where to find Bridgitte: InstagramWebsiteTikTokLinks Mentioned: ... Show More
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