By Danielle Denwood BA, CPM,  Doula

“The food we eat, the processes of our bodies, the air we breathe and the water we drink become the building blocks for a soul unfolding”  Rosemary Glastar

Nourishing the mother throughout pregnancy, and the postpartum period is important – you’re your body, mind and spirit.  These delicious green drinks are full of nutrients for you and your growing baby.   A wonderful addition to anyone’s diet to drink up this spring, hydrating, full of vital nutrients and yes, tasty!!

Easy to make, any blender will do, I have been using a hand-me down blender bought at a garage sale.   It does not have to be expensive to be healthy, and feel good.

GREEN fruit smoothie recipe:

1 frozen banana

1 cup of blueberries or strawberries

2 handfuls of spinach

Juice of one lime (optional)

2 cups of water or coconut water

Blend and enjoy!  If there is extra, it can be stored in a glass jar in the refrigerator for 24-48hrs, although I suggest drinking it up.

BLUE-GREEN power smoothie:

2 Tablespoons of hemp protein powder

1 Tablespoon of maca root powder

3 Tablespoons of spirulina or other blue-green algae

2 bananas (ripe or frozen)

3 cups of water

Blend and enjoy!

Danielle is a Certified Professional Midwife, Doula, Interdisciplinary Yoga Teacher, and Chartered Herbologist. She feels honored to nurture and create a safe space for women during their journey to motherhood. It is her intention to support mothers as they take responsibility for their own health and well-being and that of their baby and it is her hope that birth will be a positive, transformative experience for mothers and families, fostering empowerment throughout their lives.

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