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Jul 2024
42m 55s

Thyroid concerns during pregnancy, with ...

Kath Baquie
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Join this podcast episode with Nutritionist and Natropath Shelley McKenzie, who shares her story with Hashimotos and thyroid concerns during pregnancy.

In this episode we discuss:

  • How does the thyroid affect pregnancy?
  • Thyroid pregnancy issues
  • Hashimotos pregnancy
  • Underactive thyroid during pregnancy
  • High thyroid levels during pregnancy
  • Thyroid disease pregnancy guidelines
  • Which foods to avoid with pregnancy thyroid issues


If you are wanting to learn more about thyroid concerns during pregnancy, then this episode is for you.

LINKS:

Preparing for birth Pelvic health checklist
Free 7 Day Trial Pregnancy Workouts
Free 7 Day Trial Postnatal Workouts

FitNest Mama Website
Instagram
@fitnestmama
Shelley McKenzie website:
https://freedomwellness.com.au/about
Instagram
@shelleymckenzie_naturopath/


** This podcast has general information only. Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health or medical condition. 

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