Episode 439: A Brand New Yoo (Becki’s Pregnancy Updates)

Baby Yoo #3 is on the way! In this episode, Ali interviews Becki about all things pregnancy—what’s been different this time around, how she’s feeling, and how she’s navigating this journey with intention and food-as-medicine. They dig into everything from first-trimester nausea and aversions to her thoughts on why the term “geriatric pregnancy” needs to go, and trying to conceive after 35.  Tune in to hear Becki’s personalized supplement approach, her strategies for preventing preeclampsia and gestational diabetes, and why she’s laser-focused on choline, DHA, and antioxidant support this time around. They also talk about carb control during pregnancy, how to build strong bones for breastfeeding, iron deficiency and other listener questions. If you’re trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or just want a deep dive into functional pregnancy wellness, this one’s packed with clinical pearls and real-life reflections.  Past Episodes on Pregnancy, Birth & Breastfeeding Episode 21: Ali’s First Trimester Episode 25: Ali’s Second Trimester Episode 27: Ali’s Third Trimester  Episode 186: Becki’s First Trimester Episode 196: Becki’s Second Trimester Episode 213: Becki’s Third Trimester Episode 55: Breastfeeding Episode 225: Breastfeeding Updates Episode 306: Pregnancy Q&A Why Geriatric Pregnancy labeling is outdated Episode 376 The Fertility Cliff Myth Preeclampsia Prevention Relax and Regulate Trying to Conceive After Loss Micronutrient Panel  MRT Panel It Starts with the Egg Legacy Health Semen Analysis  CoQ10 200 L-Carnitine Cellular Antiox (NAC & glutathione) Relax and Regulate (Inositol & Magnesium) Choline Alpha Lipoic Acid PQQ Selenium 200mcg Bioidentical Progesterone Navigating Nausea and Food Aversion Food as Medicine for Pregnancy Choline: bacon, eggs, liver, salmon roe Folate: leafy greens, avocado, liver Calcium: cultured dairy B-12: red meat DHA: fish Gestational Diabetes Screening Nutrisense.io/almimillerrd CGM  Current Supplement Plan MultiAvail Mama (4/day) – Methylated prenatal with chelated minerals, iodine for baby’s thyroid, and iron to prevent anemia. EPA DHA Extra (4/day) – 1,000 mg DHA supports baby’s brain development, reduces preterm labor risk, and is linked to higher IQ. Cellular Antiox (2/day) – NAC + glutathione for detox support, reducing nausea, and preventing oxidative stress. Vitamin D Balanced Blend (1/day) – 5,000 IU D3 + K2 for immune health, bone strength, and reducing the risk of gestational diabetes & preeclampsia. Bio-C Plus (2/day) – Whole-food Vitamin C + bioflavonoids for collagen production, immune support, and capillary integrity  Osteofactors (2/day) – MCHC calcium for strong bones—especially since this is my third baby, and I plan to breastfeed long-term. Rebuild Spectrum, Targeted Strength & Women’s Flora Probiotics – Support baby’s microbiome, digestion, immune health, and help prevent GBS (Group B Strep). Relax & Regulate (1 scoop/day) – Magnesium glycinate + inositol for mood, sleep, muscle relaxation, and bowel regularity. Pure Collagen & Grassfed Whey – Protein + connective tissue support—made it through two pregnancies without stretch marks thanks to consistent collagen intake! GabaCalm (as needed) – Bioidentical GABA for anxiety, stress, sleep, and even white coat hypertension (had this with Noah in 2020 with all the Covid nonsense). Needed Choline (500-800mg/day) – Critical for baby’s brain development, reducing neural tube defects, and memory function. Low Iron Levels Metagenics Hemagenics Nettle Tea Carb Control During Pregnancy Calcium and Breastfeeding Bone Builder Bundle   This episode is sponsored by:  This episode is sponsored by Carnivore Snax, a delicious snack combining just 2 ingredients: meat and Redmond Real Salt! These melt-in-your-mouth meat pastries are like no other dehydrated meat product or jerky on the market. We love that Carnivore Snax are a pro-America brand who sources from US farmers practicing