On this week's episode, we are speaking with holistic nutritionist, Joy McCarthy. Since her first appearance on the podcast, Joy's become a new Mom to a beautiful baby girl, Vienna. We take you through the whole natural pregnancy from pre-conception to balancing work-life with a new baby. In this episode, we discuss: Joy's new baby, Vienna The importance of keeping your blood sugar balanced during pregnancy Thinking of getting pregnant? Here are some healthy resources A supplement you should be taking well before you get pregnant Food cravings during pregnancy Good quality fats and proteins are essential while you're pregnant Should you exercise while you're pregnant? Consider doing yoga throughout your pregnancy A natural way to curb low back pain during the birthing process Be patient, it's not impossible to get a midwife The role of the midwife (medical support) vs. doula (emotional support) How men can help out during pregnancy and delivery Chiropractic care helped Joy's baby with latching While you're pregnant and nursing, baby eats what you eat How long should you breast feed? Listening to your body and following intuition To physically get back to pre-pregnancy form, ditch the sugar Finding work-life balance as a new Mom Whether it's with your business or baby, always give 100% Links to things we mentioned: Habits app for iOS Sunwarrior <== 10% off all Sunwarrior products (free shipping over $100) Joy McCarthy's website (Joyous Health) Joy McCarthy - Feel Joyous, Look Great After Pregnancy (and beyond) (ebook) Joy McCarthy - Eat Well (online classes) Joy's previous TUHP interview (#12) Leanne Phillipson-webb - Sprout Right (book) Patrick Halford - Optimum Nutrition Before, During and After Pregnancy (book) Pam England & Rob Horowitz - Birthing from Within (book) Toronto Yoga Mamas Birth As We Know It (documentary) Toronto Birth Centre Marni's Superfood Power Ball recipe How can you support our podcast? 1. Subscribe and review our show on iTunes and Stitcher. We make sure to read them all. 2. Tell a friend about The Ultimate Health Podcast. They will surely thank you later. 3. Share using the buttons below. Thank you!