In this episode of Portraits by Paula Mac, Paula sits down with Anushka Gokani, a nutrition consultant, to explore how nutrition, hormones, and healing intersect in the journey to parenthood.
From preconception to postpartum, male fertility to the baby’s first bites, she breaks down what true nourishment means for the whole family. If you're curious about how food, trauma, and fertility are deeply connected, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.
🧠 Topics Covered:
- Cycle-syncing & hormone literacy
- Fertility nutrition for both women and men
- Breastfeeding myths & formula truths
- Introducing solids with gut health in mind
- Supplements that actually work (and which ones to avoid)
- How stress impacts ovulation and postpartum recovery
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:27 Meet Anushka Gokani
02:03 Anushka's Journey into Nutrition
03:59 Childhood and Upbringing
12:59 College and Early Career
17:27 Transition to Counseling and Nutrition
29:24 Understanding Women's Health and Nutrition
36:07 Supporting Fertility and Hormonal Health
40:34 Men's Role in Fertility
43:32 Practical Steps for Couples
53:25 The Importance of Listening to Your Body
54:12 Lactation and Breastfeeding Nutrition
54:54 The Truth About Breast Milk and Nutrition
56:39 Challenges of Breastfeeding and Postpartum Nutrition
57:47 Breastfeeding vs. Formula: Pros and Cons
01:03:56 Introducing Solids: When and How
01:13:22 Dealing with Picky Eaters and Toddler Nutrition
01:21:28 Building a Healthy Relationship with Food
01:36:06 Personal Reflections and Final Thoughts
