alberta-based women's health dietitian
about Tayler
I help women improve their menstrual cycles so they can flourish in all areas of their life!
I help women improve their menstrual cycles so they can flourish in all areas of their life!
Whether you're planning to conceive in the future, are currently trying to conceive, or have been experiencing issues becoming or staying pregnant, I can help. Nutrition has been shown to have a positive influence on improving and/or enhancing fertility, in both males and females, especially when done proactively in the months (and even years) leading up to conception. We have a unique opportunity to influence the health of our future children by preparing for pregnancy. For more information on how you can do this for yourself, check out Pregnancy Prep Roadmap!
Do you suffer from menstrual cramps, PMS, or heavy periods? Unfortunately, these menstrual cycle issues are common, but they're not normal. I see the menstrual cycle as a vital sign from the body that can tell us if your hormones, metabolism, digestion, etc. are functioning properly. Implementing dietary and lifestyle changes can often help to alleviate many of these symptoms so you can experience regular, healthy periods.
If you're currently on or have ever been on birth control, you could probably benefit from nutrition support to assist your body in healing, as birth control is known to negatively impact our health and metabolism in various ways.
So many amazing things are happening within your body during pregnancy. You're literally growing a new life! All of these metabolic changes require extra energy, vitamins, and minerals from the food you eat. Since your nutrient needs are increased, this also increases the risk of potential nutrient deficiencies. The best way to monitor if you are meeting your nutrient requirements is to work with a Prenatal Dietitian. Giving your body adequate nutrition during pregnancy will increase the likelihood of a healthy baby, positive delivery experience, and optimal recovery during the postpartum period. Nutrition coaching can also help in alleviating some common pregnancy complaints, such as nausea, constipation, heartburn, excess weight gain, preeclampsia, and more.
Nutrition is just as important after pregnancy. Your energy needs may be increased if you're breastfeeding and your nutrient needs remain high so your body can heal from pregnancy and childbirth. Postpartum is actually a common place where nutrient depletion might occur as new moms typically do not have the capacity to take care of themselves like they used to. As a Dietitian, I can help with determining the best foods to eat for postpartum recovery, providing meal ideas that are easy to prepare during the busy postpartum phase, and support sustainable postpartum weight loss.
“Prior to working with Tayler, I was experiencing difficulty with period symptoms such as cramps, heavy flow, discomfort, headaches, exhaustion, frequent need to use the washroom, needing advil, etc. Tayler took the time to learn in detail my habits and needs, and was able to create a personalized plan for me. I noticed changes almost immediately, and was able to learn about some habits of my own that were contributing to some of my issues. My periods are much more manageable without the need for medication, as well my general overall energy levels are increased.”
"Before working with Tayler I was really struggling with my weight and self-esteem. I also have PCOS and insulin resistance that I wanted to try to improve. I tried every diet out there with little to no results and based my worth on what the scale said. I did not have proper eating habits for what my body needed with having insulin resistance and PCOS. Once I started working with Tayler I started to feel so much better about myself within a couple sessions. We took away the scale and worked on my mind set and healthy habits and a proper way of eating based on my needs. For the first time in many many years I didn't feel the pressure of dieting or basing my worth on my size. She gave me tools, recipes, habits and advice that I wasn't able to get elsewhere. And she was such an ease to talk too. I was so comfortable working with her and am walking away with the feeling of ease and being able to continue with these new found habits."
"When I started working with Tayler, I was looking for support with milk supply. I had very low supply with my first child, and was due with the second. After working together, I was able to breastfeed my second child with less stress of low milk supply. Still supplemented with formula from time to time, but mostly breastfed. I focused on eating balanced meals and incorporating more veggies into my everyday meals (onions and spinach added to spaghetti for example). If you have any questions, Tayler is there for support. She provides knowledgeable advice and makes you feel comfortable throughout your appointments."
"Working with Tayler was a great experience for me. She gave me some insights that immediately improved my overall wellbeing. Her focus on women's health is awesome and she has supported me greatly in my pregnancy as well as with pre-existing conditions. Better spacing out of meals and adding snacks was an instant relief. The accountability with the food log and a bunch of tips around eating have helped me to have more regular and balanced food."
“Before I started working with Tayler, I was in a rut of tracking everything I ate, restricting myself in certain foods and generally not enjoying food and all it had to offer. Tayler opened up the door of balanced eating for me! I stopped tracking food completely and ate things I wanted to eat in a balanced way! It really helped me start the journey of enjoying food! I am able to make more balanced healthy food decisions now without all the guilt associated with tracking food!”
"Tayler listened and understood how mentally challenging it was dealing with sudden weight gain and lack of energy. She also worked in creative ways to navigate around my allergies and dietary needs. The small implementations and suggestions caused me to create new lifestyle habits that will continue to improve my quality of life. I really appreciated that she embraces ALL food groups especially animal products with beef being high on the list!!"
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