Strong & Nourished Momma · August 4, 2025 · 27 min
58 | How Much Protein Do You Really Need Postpartum? A Simple Guide for Healing, Strength & Fat Loss
Enrollment is now open! Join the Strong, Nourished & Energized Mom Method — an 8-week group coaching program for busy moms who want more energy, better consistency, and a stronger, more supported body. Learn more here:https://wellnessbyval.com/program Get your FREE Protein-Pack Snack Guide - https://wellnessbyval.kit.com/proteinsnackguide If you’ve been feeling depleted, stuck, or like your body just isn’t bouncing back after baby, there’s a good chance you’re missing one key nutrient: protein. Whether you want to heal faster, have more energy, build strength, or lose fat — protein plays a massive role in your recovery and results. And most postpartum moms aren’t getting nearly enough. In this episode, I’m breaking down: Why protein is non-negotiable for postpartum healing, energy, milk supply, and metabolism How much protein postpartum moms actually need (it’s more than you’ve been told) Easy, realistic ways to get enough protein in your day — without tracking every bite The best protein sources to help you feel full, strong, and nourished You’ll also hear my own postpartum story — how focusing on protein helped me recover faster, support my milk production, and see changes in my body composition when I returned to exercise. Resources & Links: ✨ Become a Strong & Nourished Momma InsiderWeekly wellness tips, podcast updates, and exclusive freebies for busy moms.👉 https://wellnessbyval.kit.com/insider 📲 Follow Val on Instagram Daily nutrition tips, postpartum support, workouts, and real-life mom wellness.👉 https://www.instagram.com/wellnessbyval_/ 🎥 Follow on TikTokQuick tips, education, and behind-the-scenes mom life + wellness content.👉 https://www.tiktok.com/@wellnessbyval_?_r=1&_t=ZP-939HwTbMNup 🌐 Websitehttps://wellnessbyval.com ➡️ Loved this episode? Share it with another mom who needs this info and leave a review—it helps more moms find the podcast! 💬 Got a question for the show?! Leave me a voice message here: SpeakPipe voice note at https://www.speakpipe.com/newsletter for a chance to have your question featured and answered on an episode of the Strong & Nourished Momma Podcast.