Did you know that a woman’s nutritional needs during breastfeeding are the highest of her life — even higher than during the third trimester of pregnancy? Breastfeeding places significant demands on your body, requiring nutrient-dense foods and sufficient calories to meet your needs and your baby’s.
On average, breastfeeding mothers need approximately 2,700–3,000 calories per day during the first six months of exclusive breastfeeding to sustain their milk supply and maintain their energy. This is significantly more than most women consume, which is why focusing on both the quality and quantity of your diet is essential.
Price: 220 €
Includes: 3 sessions (60 min.)
Available: online or in-person (Ericeira, Portugal)
Includes: WhatsApp support if you need immediate guidance.
• Price: 80 €
• Duration: 60 minutes
• Available: online or in-person (Ericeira, Portugal)
• Includes: Follow-up e-mail with detailed session notes and handouts with key information
Breast milk is pure magic — it’s perfectly designed to meet your baby’s needs and will provide them with essential nutrients, even if your diet isn’t flawless. Your body works tirelessly to make this happen, often pulling from its own reserves to nourish your baby. While incredible, this can leave you feeling depleted if you’re not replenishing what your body gives.
Some key nutrients — like omega-3 fatty acids, iodine, and vitamin D — only make it into breast milk if you’re getting enough through your diet. These nutrients are essential for your baby’s growth, brain development, and immune health, and without them, you both may miss out on their full benefits.
This is why a nutrient-rich diet and the right supplements are so important. It’s about making sure your baby thrives while keeping you strong, energized, and supported throughout your breastfeeding journey.
When a breastfeeding mother’s nutritional needs aren’t met, it can lead to a host of short-term and long-term health issues:
Extreme fatigue and exhaustion.
Increased hair loss.
Diminished skin elasticity and tissue recovery.
Slower healing after birth.
Emotional instability, including increased risk of postpartum depression and postpartum rage.
Osteoporosis: A result of calcium and vitamin D deficiencies.
Thyroid dysfunction: Often caused by iodine or selenium deficiencies.
Chronic fatigue and weakened immunity.
Increased risk of cardiovascular disease later in life.
I provide one-on-one breastfeeding support to help you optimize your milk quality, boost your supply, and ensure you feel nourished and supported during this vital time.
Here’s how I can help:
Tailored nutrition planning to enrich your milk with key nutrients for your baby’s brain, gut, and immune health.
Strategic supplementation and hydration guidance to naturally enhance milk production.
Ongoing energy and recovery support so you can thrive while meeting your baby’s needs.
Breastfeeding can come with its fair share of hurdles. I provide compassionate, evidence-based guidance to help you navigate issues like mastitis, engorgement, cracked nipples, latch problems, and more. Here’s how I can help:
Effective solutions for mastitis: I use the latest research-based approaches to address inflammation and microbiome imbalances without outdated or painful methods.
Practical support for latch and nipple pain: Tailored strategies to help you and your baby achieve a comfortable, effective latch.
Support for milk flow challenges: Whether you’re dealing with oversupply or slow letdown, I’ll help you find the right balance.
March 2 - 11:00-13:00 GMT - online
POSTPARTUM RECOVERY ESSENTIALS:
Rebuilding your foundation after pregnancy and birth
A nourished postpartum is the foundation for a thriving motherhood journey.
In this masterclass, we’ll dive into the essential elements of postpartum recovery, including the physiology of healing after birth, practical nutrition tips to replenish your energy and nutrient stores, and holistic strategies for emotional well-being.
You’ll learn about traditional postpartum practices, how to address the ongoing demands of breastfeeding and motherhood, and the keys to long-term recovery for both your body and mind.
Packed with actionable insights and expert guidance, this session will empower you to prioritize your healing, embrace your new identity, and thrive in this transformative phase of life.
Website
After over a year of trying to conceive, I was feeling so hopeless. I really didn't want to go down the IVF road, but it just wasn't happening for us. I had no idea what I was eating (or not eating!) was affecting my chances of getting pregnant. Diana made it all feel so simple. She gave me small, practical changes that totally clicked for me. And she convince my husband to tag along too, which was major. Three months later, we found out I was pregnant! I still can’t believe how quickly it happened.
Website
I met Diana at the start of my pregnancy, she saved me from the most horrendous nausea! I thought I was eating "healthy", but I wasn’t actually feeling healthy. I completely changed the way I look at food, and I started feeling so much better. She told me how to eat for each trimester, and it made such a difference compared to my first pregnancy. I had way more energy and just felt so much better overall.
Website
Postpartum hit me hard, I felt so depleted, drained, exhausted. And honestly, kind of lost. Diana’s energy was a breath of fresh air. We talked about everything, even some very personal things, and it was so supportive. She showed me how to use food and other things to actually feel better. The bone broth alone was a game-changer! I feel stronger now than I did before I got pregnant.
Website
Breastfeeding was so rough for me at first. I wasn’t making enough milk, and I was so stressed about it. Diana helped me figure out what to eat to boost my supply, and within a couple of weeks, I saw such a huge difference. Not just in my milk, but in how I felt! I honestly had no idea food could make such a big impact.
Website
I had a great experience with the birth of my first baby in the Netherlands and wanted to make sure things went well again. But I’d heard so many concerning things about hospitals in Portugal that I was terrified of ending up there. I had no idea where to even start with planning another type of birth. Then I found Diana. She introduced me to the whole world of home birth in Portugal and walked me through all the steps.—It was so helpful. I felt so empowered and prepared, like I could actually do it. And I did!
Website
I was kind of overwhelmed thinking of starting solid food with my baby, because I didn’t know what to start with or how to prepare them or give them. I was so scared my son would get an allergic reaction or choke. But Diana broke it all down in such a simple way and gave me lots of meal ideas. I feel so less stressed now, and my son has reacted well to everything I gave him so far.
Website
I tried all these different creams for my daughter's eczema, but nothing was really working. I didn’t even realize that diet could have anything to do with it. Diana helped us figure out which foods were triggering it and which ones could actually help heal her skin. She also gave us a bunch of natural strategies to try, and wow, what a difference. Within a few weeks, her skin was so much better, and now it’s completely cleared up.
Website
After giving birth and breastfeeding for 20 months, my body told me it was time for a change. My period hadn’t returned, I was struggling with severe sleep issues, and my libido was at an all-time low. Diana and her incredible expertise helped me regain balance. Through her nutritional and herbal guidance, my period returned within just a few weeks, and her emotional support made me feel truly heard and understood.
Website
Being pregnant in Portugal was quite overwhelming at first. I felt like I was just getting shuffled through the medical system, and no one was actually listening to me. I wanted to do things differently, but I didn’t even know where to start. Diana helped me really listen to my body and trust my instincts instead of just saying yes to everything. She explained what I could skip, how to push back on stuff that didn’t feel right, and helped me find the kind of support that actually felt good.