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Pea Pod Nutrition and Lactation Support

The mission of Pea Pod Nutrition and Lactation Support is to empower families through evidence-based Pea Pod Nutrition and Lactation Support, Inc.

is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization dedicated to the nutritional health of Georgia families. We specialize in family nutrition including maternal health, pediatric nutrition, and chronic disease prevention through medical nutrition therapy. Additionally we provide family-centered lactation support and counseling. We offer an array of services to families including nutritional counseling, SOS feeding therapy, breastfeeding education,office based and in-home lactation consultations, group breastfeeding classes, group nutrition classes, cooking classes and gardening classes.

01/13/2026

Whether you're planning a return to work, preparing for occasional separations, or simply want the flexibility that pumping provides, this class is your essential guide to navigating the world of breast pumps. Forget the overwhelm – we'll break down everything you need to know to make pumping a smooth and successful part of your breastfeeding journey.

Registration Link In Bio or https://ow.ly/Yz7x50XQttZ

In Pump Prep 101, you'll learn:
🔍 Pump Personalities: Finding Your Perfect Match: Discover the different types of pumps available and how to choose the one that best suits your lifestyle and needs.
⚙️ Pump Power: Mastering the Mechanics: Learn the ins and outs of your chosen pump, from assembly and proper fl**ge fit to maximizing milk output.
🤔 Is This Normal? Demystifying Pumping Realities: Understand what's typical in terms of milk volume, pumping frequency, and potential challenges.
📈 Supply and Demand: Maintaining Your Milk Flow: Discover strategies to maintain a healthy milk supply when you're separated from your baby, including pumping schedules and milk storage guidelines.
🏃‍♀️ Pumping on the Go: Conquering Busy Days: Learn practical tips for pumping at work, school, or during travel, including how to create a pumping schedule that works for you and how to discreetly pump in various environments.
🧼 Pump Care and Maintenance: Keeping Things Clean and Efficient: Learn proper cleaning and storage techniques to ensure your pump stays in top condition.
🍼 Building a Stash: Milk Storage and Handling: Learn the best methods to store breast milk safely and effectively.

This class empowers you with the confidence and knowledge to seamlessly integrate pumping into your life, ensuring your baby receives the benefits of breast milk, no matter where you are

01/12/2026

Is your "Sugar-Free" habit causing a blood sugar spike? 🚦📉

Managing blood sugar is about more than just avoiding the dessert tray. Sometimes, the things we think are "safe" are actually the hidden culprits behind those mid-afternoon energy crashes!

Watch out for these 3 Surprising Spikers:
*The "Sugar-Free" Trap: "No sugar added" doesn't mean "no impact." Sugar alcohols (like maltitol) and the flour in sugar-free baked goods can still cause your levels to rise.

*The Dairy Dilemma: While cheese is low-carb, milk and yogurt contain natural sugars that can spike glucose. For those with lactose intolerance, undigested lactose can lead to even more digestive and metabolic stress. 🥛

*The "Naked" Carb: Eating brown rice or whole-wheat pasta is a great start, but if they are eaten alone, your blood sugar can still "zoom" up.

The Pea Pod Power Move: Never Eat a Naked Carb! 🛡️ The secret to blunting a spike is Pairing. Every time you eat a carbohydrate, make sure it has two bodyguards:
*Protein: (Like eggs, chicken, or tofu)
*Fiber/Healthy Fat: (Like avocado, nuts, or seeds)

These nutrients slow down digestion, giving your body time to process the sugar slowly and steadily instead of all at once.

Small habit, big impact. Don't aim for a 24-hour overhaul. Pick one meal today and focus on the Power Pairing method. Success is built one balanced plate at a time! 🍽️✨

👉 Tap the link in bio or here --> https://ow.ly/3PhS50XOrtn for our full guide on hidden spikers!

01/08/2026

Peanut Allergy Prevention: Are you following the old rules or the new science? 🥜👶

👉 **Tap the link in bio or https://ow.ly/MO3150XNQZC to read our full blog and get the step-by-step guide!**

For years, parents were told to wait. But the latest research from JAMA Network Open shows that many families are still caught in a "misconception gap" regarding Early Peanut Introduction (EPI).

The goal isn't just to see if your baby is allergic—it's to prevent the allergy from ever starting. Studies show that introducing peanut-containing foods early can reduce the risk of peanut allergy by up to 81%!

Here is what you need to know:

The 6-Month Rule: Even though early introduction is key, solid foods should generally not be started before 6 months of age to ensure your baby is developmentally ready.

Eczema is a Major Risk Factor: Infants with severe eczema are at the highest risk for food allergies. If your baby has eczema, talk to your pediatrician about starting peanuts as early as 6 months.

Consistency is Key: It’s not "one and done". Prevention works best when peanut protein is a regular part of your child’s diet—ideally 6 to 7 grams per week over 3 or more feedings—through infancy and into toddlerhood.

Safety First:Never give whole peanuts or thick globs of peanut butter as these are choking hazards. Mix a small amount of smooth peanut butter with water, breast milk, or formula to make it safe and easy to swallow.

The change doesn't have to happen all at once. Pick one day this week to talk to your pediatrician—the most trusted source for correct implementation—and start your journey toward food freedom! 🛡️

01/06/2026

B***s, Babies, and Beyond: Your Breastfeeding Adventure Starts Here! Register Here --> https://ow.ly/OcQq50XQth8 or Link in Bio

Ready to ditch the diaper-changing dread and embrace the magical world of breastfeeding? This class is your hilarious (and informative!) guide to mastering the art of feeding your tiny human. We'll skip the textbook snoozefest and dive into the real talk about latching, milk mountains, and deciphering those adorable baby squawks.

Get ready to:
👶 Become a B**b Boss: Uncover the superpowers of your amazing milk-making machines (yes, really!).
🍼Decode Baby Belly Language: Learn to speak fluent "hungry baby" and avoid the hangry meltdowns.
🤱Master the Milk Bar Menu: Explore comfy breastfeeding positions that won't leave you feeling like a pretzel.
🥰Tame the Milk Monster: Discover how to keep your supply flowing like a happy river.
🤣Laugh Through the Latch Challenges: We'll tackle sore ni***es and other b***y traps with humor and practical tips.
👫Find Your Tribe: Connect with other soon-to-be parents and build your breastfeeding support squad.
🙋‍♂️Partner Power-Up: Learn how partners can be the ultimate breastfeeding sidekicks.

This isn't your grandma's breastfeeding class! We're here to make learning fun, empowering, and maybe even a little bit messy (in a good way!). Get ready to rock your breastfeeding journey with confidence and a smile!

01/05/2026

Did you know that major birth defects of the brain and spine can be prevented by a single B-vitamin? 🥑🥬

January is National Birth Defects Awareness Month, and we are highlighting The Power of 400. Taking 400 micrograms (mcg) of folic acid every day—even before you’re pregnant—can help prevent neural tube defects (NTDs) by up to 70%.

Where to find it: 🥗 Natural Folate: Spinach, asparagus, avocado, and beans. 🍞 Folic Acid: Fortified cereals, breads, and enriched pasta.

Start your healthy foundation today. Whether it’s through a daily vitamin or a nutrient-dense plate, small steps make a lifetime of difference.

01/01/2026

✨ Hello, 2026! Time to focus on what truly nourishes you.

This year, let's skip the pressure of restrictive resolutions. Your body deserves kindness, good food, and science-backed information.

At Pea Pod Nutrition, we're here to guide you toward balanced, practical health habits that last way beyond January.

Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with light, laughter, and self-care!

12/30/2025

Listen Here --> https://open.spotify.com/show/7p0o5K57Wj8Z6T09NdrVoD

The New Year brings the "New Year, New Me" phenomenon: packed gyms, extreme cleanses, and a collective rush for quick fixes. But why do 90% of these resolutions fail by March?

Host Alicia C. Simpson MS,RD,IBCLC,LD breaks down the science and psychology behind the all-or-nothing approach. Starting with an inspiring five-year transformation story that proves slow change works, Alicia reveals why quick fixes are inherently unsustainable.

What You Will Learn and Why You Should Listen:
** The Psychological Trap: Why setting huge, restrictive goals relies on unsustainable willpower, leading to guilt, shame, and eventual relapse (the "What the Hell Effect").
** The Science of Yo-Yo Dieting: We dig into the dangerous physical toll of rapid weight loss and regain (weight cycling), including its negative effects on metabolism, muscle mass, and long-term risks for cardiovascular disease and visceral fat storage.
** Why Quick Fixes Don't Work: Crash diets only address the symptom (weight) and fail to address the underlying system (habits, stress, and routine).
** The Sustainable Solution: Learn how to create lasting change by embracing the power of one small goal at a time (like walking 15 minutes daily) and choosing consistency over intensity.

Stop failing your resolutions by February! Tune in to learn how to build the healthiest version of yourself—one slow, steady step at a time.

12/26/2025

Is your morning coffee worth losing garlic, chocolate, and spicy tacos? ☕️🌮🚫

Most of us reach for a drink before breakfast to wake up, but drinking coffee, tea, or juice on an empty stomach is doing more than just giving you the jitters—it’s causing slow, cumulative damage to your gut lining.

The risk? GERD. Once you develop chronic acid reflux, it’s not just the coffee you have to quit. You might have to say goodbye to the things that add joy and flavor to your life:
❌ Onions & Garlic
❌ Spicy Foods
❌ Peppermint
❌ Chocolate
❌ Your beloved morning brew (completely)

At Pea Pod Nutrition, we want you to enjoy those foods for a lifetime! Our latest blog breaks down why your empty stomach is so reactive and—more importantly—the **simple food pairings** that act as a "buffer" for your gut and blood sugar.

Protect your future self today. 🛡️

👉 Tap the link in bio to learn the simple "Food First" rule!
https://ow.ly/MtbJ50XLaAe

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12/25/2025

Wishing You a Merry and Bright Christmas! ✨

From our family at Pea Pod Nutrition to yours, we hope you take this day to rest, reset, and enjoy every moment. Health isn't about perfection; it's about balance and joy.

Sending warm wishes for a wonderful holiday season!

12/23/2025

Listen Here --> https://open.spotify.com/show/7p0o5K57Wj8Z6T09NdrVoD

Is your social media feed is full of bright green powders, brain-boosting nootropics, and sea moss gel, you’ve witnessed the Functional Food Frenzy. But are these expensive trends really the key to gut health and endless energy?
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Host Alicia C. Simpson MS,RD,IBCLC,LD dives into the science to separate the marketing hype from real health benefits.

What You Will Learn and Why You Should Listen:
** Greens Myth Busted: We expose why a scoop of greens powder is not a substitute for whole vegetables (it's missing fiber!) and discuss the risk of heavy metal contamination.
** The Adaptogen Deception: Learn how cortisol and the gut-brain axis truly work, and why proprietary blends in trendy drinks often contain only trace, non-therapeutic doses of ingredients like Ashwagandha.
** Sea Moss Caution: Find out why this mineral-rich algae poses a risk for Iodine overdose and heavy metal absorption.
** The Inexpensive Secret: We reveal how common, everyday, and affordable foods like spinach, beans, and tea offer the same or superior nutritional profiles—including fiber and synergy—as the expensive "superfoods."

Stop paying for hype! Tune in to discover how to achieve true functional health using the basics found right in your own kitchen.

12/16/2025

Listen Here --> https://open.spotify.com/show/7p0o5K57Wj8Z6T09NdrVoD

If you're tracking your sleep, glucose, or recovery score, you know the allure of Hyper-Personalized Wellness. Wearable tech promises to cut through generic health advice and hand you the blueprint to your perfect self. But what happens when that blueprint turns into a demanding master?

Host Alicia C. Simpson MS,RD,IBCLC,LD, a self-confessed data enthusiast, dives into the promises and the profound perils of self-monitoring.

What You Will Learn and Why You Must Listen:
** The Promise and the Pitfall: We analyze the true benefits of tools like Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) and smart rings for optimizing performance and recovery.
** The Clinical Confusion: We expose why many metrics used by wearables, like GMI (on CGMs) and "Cardio Load" (on smart rings), are proprietary scores with no clinical equivalent—meaning they mean nothing to your doctor.
** The Orthorexia Trap: Learn how the drive for data perfection can quickly slide into dangerous patterns of Orthorexia Nervosa and classic eating disorders.
** The "Almond Mom" Connection: We break down why the trending "Almond Mom" fixation on purity and control is essentially Orthorexia, and how to spot these warning signs in yourself or a loved one.
** The Responsible User: We provide critical guidelines on how to use wearables healthily—including why you must prioritize intuitive body cues over a single daily score, and why you must consult a specialized Registered Dietitian to interpret complex CGM data responsibly.

Don't let your tech be your tyrant. Tune in now to learn how to make your data a tool for wellness, not a weapon for obsession.

12/15/2025

Pea Pod Nutrition is hiring a Registered Dietitian!

We are seeking a compassionate, evidence-based RD who is deeply committed to Health At Every Size (HAES®) principles. If you believe in dismantling diet culture and providing practical, non-judgmental care to families, this is your sign!

We Offer: ✅ Flexible PRN hours (0–20/wk) ✅ Focus on Pediatrics, Family Health, and Women's Wellness ✅ A supportive, mission-driven, and size-inclusive environment

Do you have experience with HAES and behavioral change? Then we want to meet you!

🔗 Find the Full Job Description and Apply Now! https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a76d639fd337f0f0&from=shareddesktop_copy

Address

215 Church Street, Suite 112
Decatur, GA
30030

Telephone

+16786076052

Website

http://www.peapodnutrition.org/

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