In this insightful episode, Katy and Sarah Cocke (our Marketing Director here at UM) engage in a deeply informative conversation with Cara Everett, nutrition expert specializing in preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum nutrition.
Cara’s extensive background in genetics and nutrition sets the stage for a discussion that is both enlightening and practical for moms navigating these critical phases of motherhood.
We were so excited to have Cara on the show and to talk about prenatal nutrition with both her and Sarah, who is currently in her third trimester and has struggled with prolonged morning sickness throughout her pregnancy. This deep dive between three highly knowledgeable women will show you not only why personalized nutrition is important during preconception and pregnancy, but also how you can access it!
Why Personalized Nutrition Is Critical for Pregnant Moms
Sarah’s journey with the Genate test and nutritional counseling from Cara Everett is nothing short of inspiring. With over 15 years in the supplementation industry, Sarah’s experience and insights make her the perfect person to delve into this topic with Cara.
During their conversation, Sarah shared how the tailored advice she received from Cara empowered her to make informed decisions about her diet and supplementation. This personalized approach highlighted the transformative potential of nutritional insights, like those provided by Genate.
Katy, along with Sarah and Cara, emphasize the critical need for personalized care for every mom. They passionately discuss how customized nutritional guidance can make a significant difference in a mom’s health and well-being.
This chat underscores the incredible benefits of personalized nutrition and serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking advice tailored to individual needs. Whether you’re TTC or pregnant–or just looking to improve your health!–the insights from this discussion are invaluable.
In this episode, we delve into:
- The complexities of personalized nutrition
- How your individual genetic makeup affects your nutrient uptake
- How you can test your genetic makeup so you can make informed decisions about diet and supplementation
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- Personalized test results recommending specific daily values based on your unique genetic needs
- Vitamins formulated from scientific insights on nutrient needs during pregnancy and lactation
- Highest amount of choline in any prenatal vitamin for brain & nervous system development
Genetic research shows that many women don’t get the nutrition they need, even if they eat a balanced diet and take a prenatal supplement, because of genetic misspellings that impair their body’s ability to metabolize certain nutrients.
Genate’s Essential Prenatal is designed with the most bioavailable nutrients in the correct amounts for your baby’s development and your health. If you have higher needs or require a different form of certain nutrients, you’ll know from your Genate Test, allowing you to adjust your nutrition and supplementation as needed for your unique body!
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Imagine a world where moms have more control over their health and their babies’ cognitive development. Where maternal health isn’t just a hashtag–it’s something that really matters. This is the dream Genate is turning into a reality.
Through personalized nutrition insights, Genate helped me learn exactly how my body processes–and struggles to process–different essential vitamins and nutrients. Their focus is on the nutrients that are most essential for baby’s cognitive development, making them a DREAM for moms who’re trying to conceive, pregnant, or nursing. And they didn’t stop there–they gave me personalized recommendations for how to adjust my daily intakes, and their new prenatal vitamin adjusts to the needs they see most often in moms.
Their approach isn’t just about supplements or tests; it’s about understanding and nurturing our unique bodies during some of life’s most crucial phases. Genate gives me hope for a future where every mother can feel empowered and supported in her healthcare.
