1:1 Personalized Nutrition & Wellness Counseling
In person or via HIPAA-safe virtual care
Is this you?
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Pregnant Mom
Pregnant mom confused by which foods are safe to eat during pregnancy, what to avoid, and why
Pregnant mom struggling with gestational diabetes, preeclampsia or other complications requiring more nutritional guidance and support
First-trimester mom struggling with nausea, food aversions, cravings, and other pregnancy challenges impacting her diet
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Postpartum Mom
Breastfeeding mom who wants to enhance the quality and quantity of her milk supply
First-time mom who feels overwhelmed, anxious, needs more support and guidance with this new life role
Postpartum mom wondering if her level of exhaustion, hair loss, and fatigue is “normal”
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Busy Mom
Mom who is ready to get back to exercising, but feels her body is not quite ready
Mom struggling with picky eaters and nervous about her children’s diet
Busy mom looking for practical tips and tricks to increase the nutritional quality of her family’s meals
What you can expect:
Personalized Nutrition Guidance that goes beyond conventional medicine to address the root-cause issues of your health concerns
A comprehensive holistic assessment of your current health concerns, health history, current and past nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and lifestyle factors
A unique, step-by-step Action Plan designed to help you meet your specific goals, including:
Nutrition, tailored supplementation (if necessary), physical activity, mental health support, self-care practices, and stress management strategies
Thorough assessment and analysis of lab testing and blood work
Trustworthy, science-based recommendations including supplements, books, resources and food products I personally use and love
Realistic, practical strategies to foster healthy eating habits in children and within families
Up-to-date nutrition education and expertise that reflects current nutrition guidelines and research
Compassionate, ongoing coaching and motivational support to empower you with confidence and self-assurance
Meal plans, shopping lists, and recipe booklets designed for you
Perinatal mental health support
Connection to local perinatal resources and other professionals
How We Work Together
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We’ll discuss your health story, personal experiences and goals, how nutrition counseling works, and I’ll answer any questions you may have to determine we are a good fit.
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A comprehensive, deep-dive discussion of your medical history, family history, current health concerns and challenges, and dietary and lifestyle habits. This thorough assessment helps me better understand your unique needs and goals through your own voice. It sets the foundation for your individualized nutrition and lifestyle protocol, complete with dietary and supplementation recommendations, informative resources, and tailored solutions for your short-term and long-term goals.
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Follow-up Sessions – ongoing discussions of your overall progress, celebrating your wins and successes, brainstorming solutions to new challenges that arise, keeping you accountable and on track toward reaching your short-term and long-term goals
Personalized Nutrition Packages
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Pregnancy Package
Designed for the expecting mamas and women trying to conceive, setting a strong nutritional foundation for a successful pregnancy, focusing on essential nutrients for mom and baby, overcoming trimester-specific challenges and complications, and prepping for the postpartum period.
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Postpartum Package
Designed for the new mamas, focused on physical healing and recovery, replenishing nutrient stores, supporting lactation, and navigating the emotional transition into motherhood.
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Mom Life Package
Designed for the busy moms looking for realistic, stress-free ways to improve their families’ dietary habits, increase their energy, resolve lingering health issues, and confidently provide delicious, nutritious, healthy meals for their families.
FAQs
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The Certified Nutrition Specialist® credential (CNS®) is the most advanced certification for personalized nutrition practitioners. Certified Nutrition Specialists practice science-based personalized nutrition therapy through comprehensive Nutrition Focused Physical Exams, reviewing and ordering labs, recommending supplements, and working in coordination with a client's healthcare providers to promote improved clinical outcomes for each client
Completed the Board Certification Examination for Nutrition Specialists
Completed over 1000 hours of clinical supervised practice
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Certified Nutrition Specialist®
o Master of Science degree in Nutrition Education from American University
Specialist in Prenatal Nutrition (SPN) certification from the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition
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
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Prenatal and postpartum nutrition is my true passion – guiding women through pregnancy, following childbirth, and during the postpartum period
Preconception and fertility nutrition – establishing a strong nutritional foundation and enhancing nutrition knowledge before starting a family
General women’s health, including gut health, hormonal imbalances, blood sugar management, and nutritional deficiencies.
Pediatric nutrition, behavior change strategies, health communication, and community nutrition education.
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I meet with clients virtually or in-person depending on availability and personal preference.
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Not at this time, but I am happy to provide a superbill for clients to submit to their insurance for possible reimbursement.
Testimonials
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"Today I am 10 weeks postpartum and have the healthiest, happiest little boy. Better yet, I am my healthiest, happiest self in a very long time."
Working with Carey has been a life-changing experience. I entered my IVF/pregnancy journey searching for support/guidance on my nutrition to keep myself and baby healthy but ended up getting so much more from her. As someone who previously struggled with an eating disorder, I was unknowingly in need of not just nutrition guidance, but care and emotional support to navigate me through. Carey provided me with a safe space to overcome my diet/eating issues, heal my gut/digestion, and create a healthy path for my pregnancy and beyond.
Carey was completely accessible for questions/aid outside of our regular meetings and offered me answers, facts and direction that I was otherwise unable to ascertain from my doctors. She has a world of knowledge on nutrition, but what I’ve found even more impressive, is her willingness to research and dig for answers that she didn’t already have. Her devotion to her clients is impeccable. She truly kept me sane, helping me to navigate all of the over abundance of pregnancy & health myths, rumors, etc.
Today I am 10 weeks postpartum and have the healthiest, happiest little boy. Better yet, I am my healthiest, happiest self in a very long time.
Couldn’t recommend her more!NICOLE RONCATI
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"At this point, I feel highly confident in how I am nourishing my body in a sustainable way for pregnancy and beyond."
I have had the pleasure of working with Carey over the last six months and could not recommend her more. I started working with Carey with the intention of optimizing my diet prior to pregnancy. I have 100% been able to do that, but I also expanded my horizons so much more than I expected, with Carey’s help. Coming from a more restrictive eating mindset with a lot of fear foods, I’ve been able to improve the overall nutrient density of my diet, and most importantly gain trust in my ability to intuitively nourish my own body. I know which foods work best for my body, and at the same time I am no longer afraid of any specific foods. This has been incredibly positive for me and has opened me up to so much more joy and ease in my life.
When we first started working together, Carey ordered comprehensive nutrient testing for me. This was incredibly empowering for me because it gave me a lot more confidence in my eating patterns and let me know exactly where small adjustments were indicated. At this point, I feel highly confident in how I am nourishing my body in a sustainable way for pregnancy and beyond. AND I feel more free and less stressed out about food.
On a personal level, Carey’s demeanor is incredibly supportive, non-judgmental, light hearted, and kind. She is such a lovely and down to earth person and I really enjoyed our conversations. I felt that she always took my personal considerations into account and tailored all of her recommendations to meet MY specific lifestyle and preferences. She never made me feel like I’d have to compromise any aspect of myself in order to improve my diet.
If you are thinking about working with a specialist to improve any aspect of your nutrition and/or your relationship with food, especially in the context of pregnancy, I highly recommend Carey!!MIRANDA HUNTER
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"I even feel empowered to make good choices post partum and overall have a better toolbox on making healthy decisions to meet my nutritional needs."
Carey was so helpful to work with during my pregnancy! I was really struggling with food aversions and getting adequate nutrition and Carey was able to address my concerns so that I had a well rounded, nutritious and healthy food strategy for my pregnancy. Carey was very responsive and was a wealth of information regarding prenatal nutrition, vitamins, and answers to all of my questions. Her one on one coaching was so helpful for me to ask questions and make informed choices. I was able to have a healthy pregnancy where I felt great and like I was making the best choices for my baby. I even feel empowered to make good choices post partum and overall have a better toolbox on making healthy decisions to meet my nutritional needs. Working with a prenatal nutritionist was easily one of the best decisions I made in pregnancy, and Carrey was the best person for the job!
SAMI SLOVY
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"She helped me feel like managing my own nutrition and self care was possible even in a hard season."
Carey helped me navigate some nutrition challenges I faced as a tired first time mom with a dairy free baby. She was empathetic, caring, and a great listener. As a mom herself you could really tell she understood the challenges of postpartum motherhood and I felt like I had a great cheerleader on my side. She helped me feel like managing my own nutrition and self care was possible even in a hard season. Thank you Carey!!
YANI SMITH
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"I strongly recommend her to any woman who is looking to make realistic and sustainable changes to her health and diet.”
“Carey is amazing and has helped change my health for the better. I came to her with a mix of needs including arthritis, perimenopause, high blood pressure, and unusual food allergies. Through our conversations and Carey's initiative to research my personal needs, we were able to collaborate and work on healthy living and eating choices that worked for me. She is easy to talk with, listens and provides insight that makes sense. I strongly recommend her to any woman who is looking to make realistic and sustainable changes to her health and diet.”
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"I could immediately see how passionate she is about helping others and educating them on the power and impact of personalized nutrition."
“Carey’s positive energy and enthusiasm for the field of nutrition is apparent from the moment you meet her. I could immediately see how passionate she is about helping others and educating them on the power and impact of personalized nutrition. What makes Carey so unique is her exceptional confidence in managing large-scale projects, while also being genuine and authentic in her one-on-one interactions with diverse groups of people. She is dedicated to helping others find creative solutions to problems, both in the personal and professional sense.”
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