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One theme I’ve seen in my nutrition clients over

One theme I’ve seen in my nutrition clients over the last few weeks is the desire to learn more breathwork.

What I LOVE about breathing is that we’re using western medicine to validate eastern intuition. This stuff has been around for thousands of years and we now know just how vital a role it plays in our health.

I like to remind people your endocrine (hormones) and nervous systems control every other system in your body! An effective, free, readily available source to balance and tone your endocrine and nervous system is breathwork. Try for any amount longer than 3 minutes to allow the body systems to respond.

Want to learn more? Let’s work together!

The people I love, loving on our baby girl. No bet

The people I love, loving on our baby girl. No better feeling in the world 🎀💗

Here I am 9 weeks (give or take) til we meet our b

Here I am 9 weeks (give or take) til we meet our baby girl, who’s bound to change our lives forever.

I’ve been emotional thinking about both the end of the time as “just us two” as well as the immeasurable gift that will be “just us three” (plus Clementine, of course).

Pregnancy has a way of cracking you open in the best, most vulnerable way possible. She’s been prepping me for motherhood since we discovered those magical two pink lines on a test (or three) 7 months ago. How to level up and still be kind to yourself. How to do the work because no one else is responsible for your growth but you. And how to allow for the magic and mystery of life to be present amidst the chaos.

What she’s done the most; however, is bring me closer to my understanding of God. From being a bundle of cells to this kicking, moving, sometimes dancing being inside my uterus in and of itself is the greatest blessing. How lucky am I? There are so many variables and unknowns in life and nothing is a guarantee except the love of God and the reflection of that unconditional love in our lives. What tiny miracles do you witness from day to day? What warmth do you experience from the kindness of others? In what ways are you then able to be kind to yourself?

So go on, Little Buddha. Keep teaching me as you finish up your final weeks inside my womb. I’ll never forget how special this time has been. I’ll be here to teach you a few things here and there out in the world but I’ll always be your humble student first. I love you immensely and forever. Thank you for choosing us.

Pregnancy smoothie Packed with healthy fats, ant

Pregnancy smoothie

Packed with healthy fats, antioxidants and animal-sourced protein (very important for certain amino acids + absorption!), this is filling and whole-food based.

1 cup oat milk
1 cup water
1 cup frozen berries
1-1.5 C organic spinach
3/4 cup @siggisdairy yogurt
2-3 T beef gelatin
1 T peanut butter
1 T local honey

Enjoy!

#prenatalnutrition #prenatalhealth #beefgelatin #holisticnutrition #nutritionist

Third trimester necessities 💯 What’s been a

Third trimester necessities 💯

What’s been amazing to discover is that each trimester of pregnancy comes with a particular focus on nutrients to best support little baby’s growth.

While I still take my multi, vitamin D and probiotic, I’ve increased the amount of cod liver oil and added in electrolyte packets and @heartandsoilsupplements.

Since the temps here in memphis are still summery (wtf), I’ve made sure to start my day with @drinklmnt— providing electrolytes to help keep the amniotic fluid as well as my own interstitial fluid optimal.

I also recently discovered my RBC was low and I am anemic. Which is common in pregnancy but made me feel like garbage and untreated can lead to premature labor and low birth weight. I know myself and I’m not a huge meat eater so I have been supplementing with grass-fed, freeze dried organ meats. Honestly I feel SO much better already and it’s been less than a week taking them. I pair that and my iron supplement with vitamin C, which helps iron absorption. The bottle wasn’t “pretty” so I left it out 😂. But take plenty of it!

Y’all know I’m just a churchy, lab nerd at heart so beyond the incredible gift of carrying my first child it’s been incredibly cool to see my needs change and my body respond to different ways of supporting baby girl and I.

76ish days to go 🤯🤩🎀💗 and we are so in love with her already.

#pregnancy #pregnancynutrition #prenatal #prenatalnutrition #integrativehealth #integrativenutrition

What a difference 3 months makes! This client ha

What a difference 3 months makes!

This client had high A1C levels, a history of type two diabetes in their family and high cholesterol.
Through small dietary shifts and mindfulness we got them back down to normal levels in only 3 months!

More proof in the puddin’, y’all.

And I’m happy to say after our work is done they’ve stayed trending downwards 🤌🏼🥳

Have a health concern? Let’s work together to help you feel your best!

A reminder, I see plenty of out of towners! #zoomforever

#integrativenutrition #integrativenutritionist #diet #healthylifestyle #memphisnutrition

Easy weeknight dinner 🍝 Baby girl is official

Easy weeknight dinner 🍝

Baby girl is officially a few months away and I am craving some serious protein.

This meal was so easy and looked fancy as if I put a lot of effort into it. Recipe below!

Chickpea pasta
@raoshomemade arrabiata and vodka sauce
Grass-fed ground beef
Parm
Salt, pepper and red pepper to taste

Directions:
Cook pasta
Cook ground beef
Add sauce (half and half) to beef
Season
Add parm at very end

Plate with pasta below and sauce on top. Et voila!

Did you know exposing yourself to natural light fi

Did you know exposing yourself to natural light first thing helps regulate circadian rhythms and regulates melatonin production?

Clementine loves our morning light routine, especially if there’s dew on the grass.

If waking up and falling asleep are challenging, low light at night and natural light in the morning work wonders.

These are a few changes I like to implement with integrative nutrition clients— simple shifts that really work.

I have a few more spots for this year! I also am starting to book for the new year.

Invest in yourself and see the dividends in every aspect of your life 💯

#memphisnutrition #integrativenutrition #healthcoach #circadianrhythm #wellness #nutrition #wellbeing #mindfulliving

Scenes from this morning’s “stretching lesson” 😂🥰

Today is my dad’s 70th birthday! He has taught me more about perspective, the value of hard work, the importance of resiliency; and above all, to enjoy the ride and not take yourself too seriously.

His one request was to do a little yoga. My favorite things to teach are the basics— slowing it down to really get some good energy movement and feel more mobile and relaxed. No fancy poses or props, simply good technique and a little time carved out.

I’m still teaching privates— my schedule has slowed down some to get ready for baby Beasley but if you have a small group that wants to do some yoga for mobility and longevity I would love to help you.

Happy bday, Dad! 💗 Ainsieboots

#yogaforall #yogaformobility #yogaforlongevity

The other day I was set to meet a client in Overto

The other day I was set to meet a client in Overton Park but took a walking meditation instead. What an excellent way to end the day! As sounds and wildlife popped up, I acknowledged their presence and thanked them. I reflected on all the things in my life I’m grateful for— nothing is too small to show your appreciation.

It’s a habit I preach because that doesn’t mean life isn’t presenting obstacles and lessons at this moment, but because of their presence it also doesn’t mean everything else in life is less important.

See the forest through the trees; sometimes literally.

#walkingmeditation #gratitude #gratitudepractice #mindset #mindsetcoach #healthcoach #overtonpark #memphis

Words cannot describe how incredibly proud I am of

Words cannot describe how incredibly proud I am of this client for all they’ve accomplished in 6 months!

Yes we meet, but the work is really up to them. The greatest joy comes from watching people heal themselves.

Our greatest challenges are our greatest teachers, and in many ways reveal our gifts. I have been there (!!!) feeling hopeless, lost, depressed and unsure of how to love and be kind to myself. I really feel on a cellular level that purpose was yes growth but also a capacity to help others experiencing the same.

I would love to share space with you and help you bloom into the truest, most authentic version of yourself.

What does a limitless life look like to you?

Let’s cultivate that main character energy together!

#healthcoach #lifecoach #wellness #holistichealth #holistichealing #integrativenutritionist

Garden goals at my aunt’s property. One of Bat

Garden goals at my aunt’s property.

One of Battle and I’s top priorities is to grow as much food as we can for our family. Hopefully one day soon we can have enough land to have this kind of bounty!

#prepschoolhippie #hipschoolpreppie

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