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Vegan prenatal dietitian, Maya Bach, is sharing her wisdom and redefining vegan pregnancy. Along with like-minded women and healthcare experts, The Vegan Pregnancy Podcast is empowering women & creating conversations about veganism, pregnancy, nutrition, and everything in between. When well-planned, you can have a healthy vegan pregnancy AND have a healthy vegan baby!

Concerned about getting enough iron during your vegan pregnancy? Struggling to eat more protein while battling nausea? Maya answers your questions with evidence-based nutrition information to help you debunk vegan pregnancy myths, understand what your vegan baby needs & what to avoid, and how to navigate food aversions & cravings as a vegan mom-to-be. With simple swaps & practical solutions, Maya helps you learn to nourish your body during pregnancy, so you can feel confident growing a healthy baby without animal products. She is your vegan pregnancy nutrition resource!

The goal of The Vegan Pregnancy Podcast is to help you find clarity, support, and confidence as you navigate your vegan pregnancy and grow a healthy vegan baby.

Vegan Pregnancy Podcast Maya Bach

    • Kids & Family
    • 5.0 • 17 Ratings

Vegan prenatal dietitian, Maya Bach, is sharing her wisdom and redefining vegan pregnancy. Along with like-minded women and healthcare experts, The Vegan Pregnancy Podcast is empowering women & creating conversations about veganism, pregnancy, nutrition, and everything in between. When well-planned, you can have a healthy vegan pregnancy AND have a healthy vegan baby!

Concerned about getting enough iron during your vegan pregnancy? Struggling to eat more protein while battling nausea? Maya answers your questions with evidence-based nutrition information to help you debunk vegan pregnancy myths, understand what your vegan baby needs & what to avoid, and how to navigate food aversions & cravings as a vegan mom-to-be. With simple swaps & practical solutions, Maya helps you learn to nourish your body during pregnancy, so you can feel confident growing a healthy baby without animal products. She is your vegan pregnancy nutrition resource!

The goal of The Vegan Pregnancy Podcast is to help you find clarity, support, and confidence as you navigate your vegan pregnancy and grow a healthy vegan baby.

    Does a vegan diet impact your fertility? *mentions recurrent loss*

    Does a vegan diet impact your fertility? *mentions recurrent loss*

    Have you ever wondered if your vegan diet is impacting your fertility? 
    Have you been told you need to eat eggs to support your nutrient needs for pregnancy?
    Do you second-guess your vegan diet if you're planning for baby? 
    My client Shannon shares her story in today's episode, from experiencing multiple pregnancy losses to a healthy pregnancy at 20 weeks.
    Listen as we discuss:
    What made her go from vegetarian to vegan What she was told she needs to eat for a healthy pregnancy How she changed her vegan diet during pregnancy How she overcame her first-trimester nausea What helped her ensure she was meeting her nutrient needs  If you want to learn more about you can meet your nutrient needs for a healthy vegan pregnancy, check out:
    veganprenatalnutrition.com
    @vegan.pregnancy.nutrition
    🚨This episode discusses recurrent loss.

    • 23 min
    Vegan Pregnancy Client Update: Plus New Book!

    Vegan Pregnancy Client Update: Plus New Book!

    Are you a vegan mom-to-be worried about getting enough nutrients like iron and protein but don't want to eat meat?
    You're not alone!
    Join me for today's special episode with only of my past vegan mama clients and children's author, Ruthie Rei.
    She shares what has helped her raise her 15-month-old baby girl vegan and the inspiration behind her debut children's book, My Little Ray of Sunshine.
    You can grab your free e-book copy here for a limited time only; Hardcover is also available for purchase here.
    To connect with Ruthie, join her here on social.
    To learn if nutrition coaching is a good fit for you, learn more here:
    veganprenatalnutrition.com
    @vegan.pregnancy.nutrition

    • 13 min
    Fueling for fitness vs pregnancy: Kylie's story

    Fueling for fitness vs pregnancy: Kylie's story

    What does it mean to fuel your body during pregnancy? 
    How can you optimize your vegan diet? 
    What do you do if you don't have support? 


    In today's episode, vegan mom-to-be and past client Kylie shares her story.
    You'll learn exactly:
    How she switched from fueling for fitness to pregnancy How she overcame her nausea What helped her feel confident getting enough nutrients for her baby
    About Kylie:
    Kylie is a first-time mom-to-be living a vegan lifestyle for the animals and the Earth.
    _________
    To learn more about pregnancy nutrition coaching: 
    veganprenatalnutrition.com

    Find me on social: 
    @vegan.pregnancy.nutrition

    • 15 min
    SPECIAL EPISODE: New program launch (+ Bonus!)

    SPECIAL EPISODE: New program launch (+ Bonus!)

    I know you're tired of Googling vegan pregnancy and feel worried about meeting your nutrient needs for a healthy baby. You're not alone!
    I'm excited to share a sneak peek of my new group coaching program with you, launching mid-January 2023.
    Enrollment *officially* opens December 8th, but if you're a listener, you can apply early here in the show notes.

    BONUS: If you enroll before December 31st, you get a free 30 min, 1-on-1 call with me!
    Because I'm always looking to support you better, I've changed the structure and added new materials to teach you exactly how to meet your nutrient needs for a healthy vegan pregnancy.

    By the end of the 6-week Healthy Vegan Pregnancy Program, you'll learn how to:
    Meet your nutritional needs during pregnancy for protein, iron, calcium, and more. Choose vegan-friendly vitamins and prenatal supplements. Manage pregnancy symptoms like nausea, food aversions, and bloating. Respond to pushback about your vegan diet from your family and healthcare provider. In addition to the professional guidance from a vegan nutrition expert, you'll get group support from a community of like-minded vegan mamas going through a similar experience.
    To get started with your healthy vegan pregnancy journey:
    ***Click here to apply for early enrollment***

    First group starts on January 16th

    • 3 min
    Starting solids and vegan baby led weaning

    Starting solids and vegan baby led weaning

    Do you want to feed your baby vegan but worry about meeting their nutrient needs? Are you curious about starting solids but not sure how to get started?
    In today's episode, Karla Moreno-Bryce, fellow dietitian and vegan mom of two, shares her story.

    You'll hear:
    Her journey into veganism What you want to know before starting solids How is she raising her two girls vegan Her tips for first-time vegan parents What to know about food allergies for vegan kids If you want to raise your children vegan but are concerned about nutrients for their growth and development, this episode will give you the basics of starting solids and the inspiration to help you feel confident feeding your baby a vegan diet so they can thrive.
    About Karla:
    Karla is a vegan, Registered Dietitian, and mom of two girls who are four years old and three months old. Her work focuses on empowering vegan parents to feed their kids a healthful vegan diet for proper growth and development.
    Want to have a healthy vegan pregnancy?
    To learn about nutrition coaching:
    website: veganprenatalnutrition.com
    IG: @vegan.pregnancy.nutrition 
    NEW coaching program launching January 2023.

    • 29 min
    On normalizing a vegan diet for pregnancy: Jennifer's story

    On normalizing a vegan diet for pregnancy: Jennifer's story

    Are you new to veganism? Are you overwhelmed trying to figure out what to eat during pregnancy? 
    In today's episode, Jennifer Chapman, my past client and a first-time vegan mom, shares her story.

    You'll hear:
    The event that prompted her to switch to veganism What she found the most challenging part of pregnancy How she discussed her pregnancy diet with others Her favorite pregnancy recipe and foods The tool that gave her clarity on meeting her nutrient needs If you're relatively new to veganism and currently expecting, this episode will offer insight into how this vegan mama had a healthy vegan pregnancy (and now a baby girl!). 
    About Jennifer:
    Jennifer is a Virginia native and a new mom to baby Aila. She and her partner Stephen started their vegan journey in 2019 and enjoyed introducing friends and family to a plant-based lifestyle, mainly due to its environmental impact. Jennifer is a non-profit arts administrator and enjoys time with family at the beach, going for walks, or cuddling on the couch.
    Want to have a healthy vegan pregnancy?
    To learn about nutrition coaching:
    website: veganprenatalnutrition.com
    IG: @vegan.pregnancy.nutrition 
    NEW program launching January 2023.

    • 24 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
17 Ratings

17 Ratings

Torie1012 ,

Wonderful podcast!!

A must listen for those jumping into this wild ride of a vegan pregnancy. The support that Maya provides is just wonderful and she really gets you thinking about the choices you make for yourself and your baby. Thanks Maya! I have truly enjoyed listening to this podcast!

Munion101 ,

Informative and relatable!

First and foremost, I am EXTREMELY appreciative of the fact that Maya has these discussions with the backing of science and evidence-based information! This is super important to me as I have been given in the past tons of holistic “advice” for my vegan pregnancy that was not evidence-based nor had it been research, nor tested and I wasn’t about to start experimenting ESPECIALLY not while growing a baby inside of me. Secondly, I love how relatable this podcast is! During my vegan pregnancy, I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated these podcasts because it was very calming to know that there are other women in the same boat that I was in and there is someone to HELP women like us— MAYA! I couldn’t even ask my OBGYN for information as she was not medically certified to give vegan nutrition advice. For these reasons (and many more), I think this podcast is extremely helpful. I received copious amounts of information related to my vegan journey, but at the same time felt a sense of connection with a lot of the guests she’s had on. Therefore, I give this podcast 5 stars!!!!

SLFB77 ,

Unique and Helpful

I love this podcast - it’s so helpful and there are few resources like this for pregnant women who are having plant based pregnancies. Maya is also very accessible via social media whether you join the collective or not and always engages with her audience - which I also think is very unique. I’ve learned so much just from her social media in addition to the podcast. Fantastic!

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