In this episode, the conversation explores how food freedom and eating disorder recovery can shape the motherhood journey, from pregnancy and postpartum to feeding little ones with more peace and trust. It unpacks the emotional and physical challenges that can come with body changes, hunger, breastfeeding, pumping, and the pressure to “bounce back,” while also offering a gentler, more grounded way forward.
We are joined by Jessica-Lauren Newby, a Registered Dietitian, Certified Eating Disorder Specialist-Supervisor, and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Jessica is the owner of With Milk and Honey, a nutrition therapy practice rooted in meeting clients exactly where they are in their journey. Drawing from her expertise in mental health, women’s health, lactation, and pediatric nutrition, she helps individuals and families pursue health and wholeness while finding freedom with food and body.
Her insight brings both clinical depth and heartfelt encouragement to this conversation, making this episode especially meaningful for women in recovery who are navigating motherhood or hope to one day.
In this episode, you’ll hear about:
Food freedom throughout motherhood
Postpartum recovery and body image
Supporting women with eating disorder recovery during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Food Freedom and Motherhood
01:58 Jessica Lauren's Expertise and Approach
02:33 Introduction to Food Freedom in Motherhood
05:23 The Intersection of Recovery and Maternal Health
08:07 Navigating Body Changes During Pregnancy
11:16 The Role of Healthcare Providers in Pregnancy
13:52 Balancing Nutrition and Food Freedom
16:48 Postpartum Recovery and Societal Pressures
19:43 Breastfeeding, Pumping, and Body Image
30:20 Navigating Breastfeeding and Self-Worth
33:09 Fostering Healthy Relationships with Food
36:15 Promoting Food Neutrality in Parenting
38:52 Addressing External Influences on Body Image
49:44 The Lifeline of Nourishment
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