Meet Carey
As the proud mother of three young children, including twins, I understand the incredible rewards of motherhood, as well as the demands and challenges. I whole-heartedly embrace the unique opportunity that I have to not only optimize the health of my own children, but also new and expecting mothers in need of nutritional support.
Areas of Expertise
Medical nutrition therapy
Prenatal/preconception nutrition
Postpartum deficiencies & nutrient repletion
Gestational diabetes, Preeclampsia, Gestational hypertension, and other pregnancy complications
Blood sugar management
Nutrition while breastfeeding
Hormonal health – PCOS, Infertility, Irregular periods, Adrenal dysfunction
Relationship with food and body image
Pediatric nutrition and healthy family eating principles
Gut health and digestive issues
Metabolic health and Insulin resistance
Behavior Change and Lifestyle counseling
Credentials
Certified Nutrition Specialist (CNS®) credential, the most advanced certification for personalized nutrition practitioners
Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the state of Maryland. Can see clients virtually in specific states and countries
Master of Science degree in Nutrition Education from American University
Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, with a focus on Neuroscience, from Tulane University
Certified in Integrative Nutrition Health Coaching and Hormone Health from the Institute from Integrative Nutrition
Prenatal Nutrition Specialist certification from the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition
My Background
My passion for health began in early childhood when I became obsessed with the idea of becoming a pediatrician. I absolutely loved kids and was interested in science from day one. While studying neuroscience in college, I was fascinated by the brain’s powerful influence on our physical and mental health and the psychological component of wellness. When I experienced my own personal health journey years later, I knew that I had the knowledge and motivation to make some major lifestyle changes. After taking my health into my own hands – learning more, diving deeper, taking the steps (big and small) – I discovered the power that nutrition, physical activity and stress management can have on an individual’s energy, happiness and overall health.
Becoming a mother further enhanced my passion for and commitment to healthy living and personal wellness. Going through pregnancy and postpartum was a transformational time for me, as I was learning first-hand how my diet and lifestyle choices were impacting my physical health, my mental health, and my babies’ wellbeing. I desperately wanted to know what to do to increase my energy, feel nourished and strong, and where to turn for support so that I could show up better as a mom. I had so many questions, so much uncertainty, and unfortunately, no resources to turn to.
This desire to learn more and dive deeper into nutrition inspired me to earn my Master’s degree in Nutrition Education, followed by advanced coaching certifications in Integrative Nutrition and Hormone Health. From there, I received my Specialist in Prenatal Nutrition certification, undergoing in-depth prenatal nutrition training through the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition under Lily Nichols, RDN.
I am proud to have earned the Certified Nutrition Specialist® credential (CNS®), the most advanced certification for personalized nutrition practitioners. Certified Nutrition Specialists are trained in science-based personalized medical nutrition therapy that follows a person-centered approach to nutrition science, education and clinical care.
