Motherhood asks so much of you.
Your days are full, your needs come last, and your body has spent years caring for everyone but you.
Even the simplest healthy habits can start to feel overwhelming when you're running on empty.
Maybe you've found yourself thinking:
"I'm exhausted in a way that sleep barely touches."
"Everything feels like one more thing I don't have room for."
"I used to be able to push through. I can't anymore."
You don't need to try harder. You need more support.
benefits of postpartum nutrition
Replenish Nutrient Stores
Increased Energy and Mood
Establish a Healthy Weight
Promote Milk Production
Speed Up Recovery
Meet Increased Demands
ways a dietitian can help
Education on what foods support healing postpartum
Tailored nutrition for increased energy and mood
Testing for mineral imbalances contributing to fatigue and mood disorders
Strategies to replete mineral stores from pregnancy
Meet increased energy needs due to breastfeeding and healing
Determining if a multivitamin or supplement is a good fit
Support to reach a comfortable weight without sacrificing your health or milk supply
Give you confidence when making choices about what to eat
Ideas for quick and easy recipes when short on time
Making healthy lifestyle changes to carry into the future
hair tissue mineral analysis
answers to your questions
What is hair tissue mineral analysis testing?
Hair tissue mineral analysis (HTMA) utilizes a hair sample to measure mineral deposition and heavy metals in soft tissue cells. It doesn’t just represent the levels in the hair, but the information obtained can be inferred to apply to the rest of the body. It provides an average rate of mineral and heavy metal accumulation over the last 8-12 weeks.
what are minerals?
Minerals are commonly thought of as the “spark plugs” of the body. They are foundational for almost everything, including enzyme reactions, nutrient transfer, pH balance, muscle contraction and relaxation, and nerve conduction. They cannot be produced, so must be obtained through food or supplements.
why would i want this test?
The HTMA test provides insight into how the body is dealing with stress and how the energy system may be out of balance. Based on the results, diet and lifestyle recommendations can be made to address a multitude of body systems- metabolic rate, energy levels, protein/carb balance, adrenal and thyroid activity, tendencies for illnesses, and more.
can this test diagnose my symptoms?
Nope, this test is a screening tool and not diagnostic. That being said, it still provides information that we use to address your symptoms.
can i just use blood testing?
Blood testing is great, and it simply provides different information than hair testing. Blood testing provides a snapshot in time. It measures what is going on outside of cells, which is helpful to get an idea of mineral transport. It is more important for blood to maintain consistent levels; therefore, it will borrow from soft tissues if needed. This means that soft tissues are often more representative of the body’s storage of minerals. It provides an average of 8-12 weeks rather than a single point in time. Additionally, toxic metals are not found in high concentrations in the blood (except acutely), but low-level chronic exposure can be seen in a hair sample.
What is the cost?
The HTMA is one of the most affordable functional tests compared to other options such as DUTCH testing or a GI map. This allows it to be much more accessible and a great foundational place to start. The test requires interpretation, so I package it with a detailed intake, a recorded video analysis, and your personalized action plan — all for $297.
package details
HTMA Package Includes:
Detailed intake assessment covering your health history, symptoms, nutrition, and lifestyle
One Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis (HTMA) test, mailed to your house
Recorded video analysis of your results
Detailed personalized plan outlining exactly where to take action
Investment: $297
have a question?
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Frequently Asked Questions
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HMTA testing packages are $297 and include a detailed intake, a recorded video analysis, and your personalized action plan.
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HTMA stands for Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis. Information all about this test can be found here.
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At this time, I do not take insurance and all my services are self-pay.
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I do not accept refunds due to the time and personalized nature of the packages.
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We don’t meet - everything is completed independently. No need to schedule around nap time, find childcare, or show up to a call. You can complete everything on your own time whenever works for your schedule.
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A dietitian is a licensed provider that has a minimum of a four-year degree, 1000 hour internship, passes a credentialing exam, and is required to maintain continuing education. They are the only provider who can offer Medical Nutrition Therapy to support nutrition treatment for medical conditions. Check out the About page for more about my current credentials.
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