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Appetite By Anika

A virtual practice dedicated to supporting women during pregnancy and beyond

24/11/2025

ECO-FRIENDLY NAPPIES // I’ve been using nappies and wipes. These are eco friendly and has a tick of approval from Eczema Association Australasia 🙌

You can use the code: LOVE30 for $30 off your first subscription box. This means you’ll get up to 216 nappies and 420 wipes for just $99.11 when you subscribe.

13/11/2025

MY POSTPARTUM TIP // I have realised this over and over again and it’s something I wish I knew earlier before becoming a mum.

I wish I focused on doing less and being more present with my eldest. It’s something I deeply regret now which is why I’m trying to be a better mum for my second baby 👶

If I had to give you a piece of advice postpartum, I would ask you to think about the way you’re showing up as a mum. Your child borrows your nervous system when they are young so they will feel whatever you’re feeling so do whatever it is you need to do to feel your best and protect your energy ☺️

To nourish my body, I like to focus on eating well, moving my body and taking uninterrupted showers 🚿

How do you feel your best? 👇

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dietitian

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dietitian

04/11/2025

0-6 WEEKS // here’s what the first 6 weeks of postpartum looked like for me. I have to preface this by saying that I am very privileged to have family around me and hubs was home full time to support time. This made a big difference because we didn’t have this last time.

Even though I received a lot of support, there were some bad days where I couldn’t stop the tears. A lot of things were going on including sicknesses. Bub got sick when he was two weeks old and that was a scary time for us.

Two things I struggled with in the first 6 weeks
1) sleep deprivation 2) not being able to pick up my toddler after a C-section

My favourite memory from the first 6 weeks would be the newborn cuddles and skin to skin contact ❤️

26/10/2025

SMART STORAGE SOLUTIONS // when I was at uni, I would try to pack my lunch on some days because I knew it would be healthier option than eating out but there were so many occasions where there was some spillage and the food also didn’t taste as good when it was cold 😣

I wish I knew about back then. Their range is great for packing lunches for your little ones. I’ve been using their range to pack daycare lunch for my toddler 🍱

They also have some great items for adults which include the Microwavable Stainless Steel range. Some of their products will maintain temperature which is perfect for meals or snacks on the go!

Pop into now if you’re wanting to be organised for school term next year or looking for Christmas gifting 🎁

21/10/2025

LUNCHBOX INSPO // can you believe it’s already term 4? My eldest doesn’t go to school yet but I sometimes find it hard to come up with lunch ideas for daycare 🤔

As a dietitian, I like to focus on the five food groups when I’m putting a lunchbox together. There are fruit, grains, veggies, protein (meats & alternatives) and dairy.

Here are my top 3 tips:
1️⃣ Focus on variety and try to change it up slightly everyday to make it more interesting (such as change the filling of the sandwich, add a different fruit or vegetable)
2️⃣ Involve the kids in the prep as they’re more likely to enjoy their lunchbox food if they’re involved in the process
3️⃣ Use a bento-style lunch box so the foods don’t get mixed up together. This is great for picky eaters and offering a variety of foods. I love using containers from

Smash is Australian owned and a leading brand providing storage and hydration solutions. What I love about their products is that they’re free from BPA and their commitment to sustainability 🌍

Their range is amazing for packing lunchboxes for kids and some of them can also be used by adults 😉 I’m a big fan of their bento boxes and stainless steel range.

Swipe to see some of my fav products! You can find their range at 🛒

16/10/2025

PREGNANCY WEIGHT GAIN // coz it doesn’t count if you can’t see it 👀

Jokes aside, one of the most common questions I get asked as a prenatal dietitian is about weight gain during pregnancy 🤰

One thing to note about weight gain during pregnancy is that it’s different for everyone and it depends on a few different factors such as what you eat and how much you eat, how active you are during pregnancy, morning sickness, any changes to your appetite (food aversions or cravings) and any fluid retention.

Another thing to note is your BMI which can give you a guide on how much to gain. For example, if you are within a healthy weight, the recommended weight gain is 11.5 to 16 kg. However, these numbers should be used as a guide only.

Some people prefer to track their weight regularly and some people like to trust their body. There are pros and cons of doing both. You need to figure out what works better for you and your medical history.

Looking for support during your pregnancy journey? Send me a DM with the word SUPPORT if you’d like to know more about my mini course Pregnancy Foundations🤰

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Saturday	9am - 1pm

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