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Pregnancy is a unique experience for every woman. Even for the same woman, experiences can vary from one pregnancy to the next. Morning sickness, Insomnia during pregnancy, heartburn– the list goes on. Fortunately, there are things that expectant mothers can do to help them Pregnancy complaints. A big part of that can be your diet. As our guest today said, “food is mood,” so having a better understanding of good nutrition during pregnancy can help us have a better experience and a good mind-body attitude. Let’s welcome our guest today!
Who is Dr Paul Quinn?
Paul Quinn, PhD, CNM has been a nurse for nearly three decades and a certified midwife (CNM) for nearly two decades. Dr. Paul Quinn has worked in a variety of settings and has had the privilege of meeting, mentoring, and interacting with the most dynamic, interesting, and insightful women. He has a PhD in nursing and is a scientist at heart with a passion for turning research into action to improve people’s lives. He is also the author of 5 books and counting. He is the first male midwife I have ever met, so I couldn’t wait to quiz him, hear his story, and absorb all of his words of wisdom.
What did we discuss?
In this episode we talk to Dr. Paul Quinn about his experiences as midwifeas well as his nutritional tips for a better pregnancy and balance between body and mind during pregnancy. Here are some of the questions we covered:
- I know you’re one of the few male midwives in the U.S., which is incredible! Can you tell us more about your journey to becoming a midwife and how you knew this was something you were passionate about?
- Today’s topic is about nutritional tips for a healthy body-mind balance during pregnancy. How did you become aware of the topic of nutrition during pregnancy?
- What common misconceptions about nutrition during pregnancy do we need to clarify?
- What influence can nutrition during pregnancy have on mental well-being and emotional balance?
- How does your background as a midwife influence your approach to nutritional counseling for pregnant women?
- Can you tell us some key nutrients that pregnant women should prioritize in their diet to ensure optimal mind and body health, and how to get these nutrients alongside a good prenatal vitamin intake?
- How do you go about developing recipes that specifically target physical and mental health during pregnancy?
- Talk to us about the balance between body and mind during pregnancy. What does that mean for you?
- How can a healthy pregnancy impact a positive birth experience?
When you listen, you can really hear Dr. Paul’s passion and love for his work. He was so encouraging. I left our conversation inspired and encouraged, and I believe you will too.
Paul’s Resources
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