
Nourish Bump and Beyond
Nourish Bump and Beyond is a podcast dedicated to providing essential insights and practical guidance on the vital role of nutrition in preconception, fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Hosted by Dr Anika Rouf and Michelle Brown, this podcast dives into the science, research, and real-life experiences to empower individuals and couples on their journey towards parenthood and beyond.
Each episode explores various aspects of nutrition, focusing on how specific foods and dietary choices can enhance preconception wellness, optimise fertility, and support a healthy pregnancy. From discussing fertility-boosting foods and supplements to debunking common myths, our guests share evidence-based advice and practical tips to help listeners make informed decisions about their nutrition.
We believe that by prioritising nutrition, individuals can optimise their reproductive health, support a healthy pregnancy, and ideally improve the health outcomes for the future generation to come through the process of epigenetics.
Whether you're planning to conceive, struggling with fertility challenges, or navigating the joys and complexities of pregnancy, this podcast is your trusted source for a nourished start to parenthood.
Whether you're planning to conceive, struggling with fertility challenges, or navigating the joys and complexities of pregnancy, this podcast is your trusted source for a nourished start to parenthood.
Podcasting since 2024 • 25 episodes
Nourish Bump and Beyond
Latest Episodes
Episode 24: Anika's Trimester Two Updates | Happenings at 20 weeks | Challenges and Changes
In this episode, Anika shares her second trimester updates, including her morphological scan and changes she will be making to her signature program. She also chats about her diet, supplements, exercise routines and personal projects....
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Episode 24
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Episode 23: Nutritional Epigenetics | How nutrition can alter gene expression | Part 2
In part two of this series, Michelle and Anika continue exploring the fascinating world of epigenetics, with a focus on the importance of the preconception period for fertility and pregnancy outcomes. They delve deeper into how nutrition...
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Episode 23
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Episode 22: Epigenetics | How Nutrition Can Influence Gene Expression | Part 1
In this episode, Michelle and Anika dive into the fascinating world of epigenetics and its implications on fertility and pregnancy. They discuss how environmental factors, particularly nutrition, can modify gene expression without altering DNA ...
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Episode 22
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Episode 21: Anika's Trimester One Updates | Happenings at 10 weeks | Morning Sickness Struggles
In this episode, Anika shares the happenings of her first trimester and opens up about her struggles with morning sickness. This is a raw and unfiltered chat into the ups and downs of this challenging yet exciting time.Join Pregnancy ...
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Episode 21
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19:47

Episode 20: How to pick a prenatal supplement? | Key nutrients during pregnancy | Part 2
In this episode, Anika and Michelle discuss key nutrients that support fertility and a healthy pregnancy. They highlight the importance of nutrients such as vitamin D, magnesium, B12, zinc, omega-3 and choline. They explain their benefits, reco...
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Episode 20
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