Whether you're trying to conceive, growing a baby, recovering postpartum, or nourishing your little one— your gut microbiome is at the center of it all.
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Is your gut health ready for the journey ahead?
Certified nutrition coaching specializing in gut health for every stage of the motherhood journey.
Your gut microbiome affects more than you think.
Most people know gut health matters for digestion. But your microbiome is also running the show behind the scenes for so much of your body—
Hormone balance? Check.
Skin health? Check.
Mood, immunity, metabolic health? Check, check, check.
Which means if you're trying to conceive, pregnant, postpartum, or raising a little one — your gut health isn't a nice-to-have. It's foundational.
Here's what the research actually shows:
During pregnancy, your microbiome influences your risk of gestational diabetes, hypertension, preterm birth, and postpartum depression — all of which can have lasting effects on your baby's health. And if you have a vaginal birth, you pass your entire microbiome on to your baby, shaping their immune system, metabolism, and gut health for life.
Fertility is affected too. Your gut microbiome plays a direct role in how your body cycles hormones — which means imbalances often show up long before you're even thinking about pregnancy.
so yeah, it’s kind of a big deal.
Meet the Founder
Hi, I’m Allison. I’m a microbiologist-turned-nutrition coach with a background in gut microbiome research — and a mom who was shocked by the lack of real nutrition guidance in my own prenatal care.
That gap is why I built Flora & Fauna.
The Flora & Fauna Difference
Flora & Fauna Nutrition's mission is to provide critical gut health and nutrition information to give babies the absolute best foundation and to help mothers not only recover—but thrive—to be able to feel their best for themselves, their families and their community.
As a certified nutrition coach for women during pregnancy, I pay special attention to your belly—not only because it is where your sweet little one is safely growing, but because your gut is at the root of optimal health.
What sets Flora & Fauna apart is my expertise in the microbiome and the focus on optimizing gut health AND nutrition to feel your best and be able to pass that on to your baby.
Ready to stop figuring this out alone?
Maybe you’re thinking whether you really need a nutrition coach. Can’t you just figure it out on your own?
The answer is YES—Absolutely. I believe in the power of each of us to take control of our lives. So please, browse the blog, download my free gut health checklist or sign up for my free 5-day email mini course to pick up some gems packed with actionable guidance you can implement today.
Where I add value is in my ability to synthesize everything I’ve learned through my unique education and experience to develop—and more importantly—help you implement personalized plans.
Because let’s be honest—there are probably things you may know are beneficial but may still be struggling to implement. I know I’ve been there. (Truth: it is ALWAYS easier to help others implement change than it is to do it in your own life.)
Working together we will uncover and empower your innate wisdom (you are, after all, the expert in YOU) while complimenting it with my deep knowledge of the gut microbiome and nutrient needs of this foundational time—preconception, pregnancy and the first 1000 days— helping you feel your best so you can be your best.
Who will benefit from the services at Flora & Fauna?
I specialize in helping women transform their and their families wellness through gut health and nutrition.
You should definitely make nutrition coaching a priority if
you:
are facing fertility challenges
are pregnant and you know how important nutrition is for building the foundation of wellness from the very beginning.
have a pregnancy-related condition like gestational diabetes, GBS or anemia
had a C-section or antibiotics during birth
are struggling to physically recover postpartum or have common issues like hair loss and fatigue
are breastfeeding and want to support your baby’s nutrition in the best way possible
are dealing with digestive issues
your child:
was born via C-section or has had antibiotics
has eczema
gets frequent diaper rash
is dealing with digestive issues
is starting solids, and you want to give their gut the best start while minimizing risk of picky eating and food sensitivities
I was exactly where you are now.
I felt:
a bit let down by the guidance given by conventional healthcare providers
eager to do the absolute best for my baby but feeling overwhelmed at all the conflicting information
totally blindsided by how physically depleted I felt from the marathon of pregnancy and birth
overwhelmed blankly staring into the refrigerator thinking “what in the heck am I going to feed my baby tonight?"
Maybe you’ve felt similar?
But there is good news:
you don’t have to do this alone.
How can I support you?
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Fertility & Preconception Nutrition
Did you know that the egg that is released each month started its journey into maturation 90 days prior? The same goes for sperm. This critical window for nourishing fertility has a huge influence on egg and sperm quality and impacting pregnancy outcomes when trying to conceive.
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Prenatal Nutrition
A strong nutritional foundation is important not only to help baby build solid bones, a strong immunity, and healthy organs, but also to reduce the likelihood of common pregnancy concerns and keep us feeling our best all 40 weeks.
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Postpartum Nutrition
Pregnancy and birth can leave your body incredibly depleted, and optimal nourishment will help you to replenish your stores and physically recover postpartum. If you're breastfeeding, what you eat can also directly affect the quality of your breast milk.
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Baby & Toddler Nutrition
It's so important to understand which nutrients your little one needs for optimal growth during this critical time when starting solids. I'll also support you in navigating any challenges that arise along the way, such as food sensitivities, eczema, or constipation.
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Gut Health
Free yourself from digestive issues for good, balance hormones, support your immune system and reveal clearer skin. My approach focuses on balancing the microbiome and helping strengthen the gut lining as a way to support whole body wellness.
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WHAT CLIENTS ARE SAYING:
"I so desperately wanted to introduce solids to my baby in a way that would set her up for a lifetime of healthy eating, but it felt so overwhelming. Allison made it easy to actually take that first step by helping me understand the different approaches, what nutritional elements to pay special attention to, how to safely introduce allergens, and some example recipes to consider. After speaking with Allison, I felt much more confident and excited to jump into the world of solid foods for my baby girl!"
— Taylor M., BABY NUTRITION CLIENT
“Working with Allison was fantastic. She guided us through how to heal my son’s eczema from the inside out. She has such a depth of knowledge but is able to translate this into digestible, practical suggestions. Her recommendations have helped our entire family to optimize our gut health. I highly recommend her services!”
— Christa W., GUT HEALTH CLIENT
"I want to thank Allison for accompanying me in my process to healing. I was able to talk to her about any challenges I had and work through them. She sent recipes and advice, and with all of her recommendations I am actually cooking with so much more joy now. I've been following her recommendations for a month and a half now and have already seen great results. Besides just decreasing in weight, what has really decreased is my ANXIETY! That surprised me a ton. It has been a long time since I put such dedication toward how I eat to feel my best and know working with Allison has helped motivate me here. Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
— Marita G., GENERAL NUTRITION CLIENT
"When I discovered I was dealing with both anemia and being GBS positive during my pregnancy, I felt overwhelmed and uncertain about how to manage these conditions while ensuring a healthy pregnancy. From the moment I started working with Allison, everything changed. Her approach was both personalized and empathetic, addressing my concerns and adapting the nutrition and supplement recommendations as needed to accommodate my health conditions. With her guidance, I not only managed my anemia effectively but also felt empowered with a wealth of knowledge. Thanks to Allison’s unwavering support, I navigated my pregnancy with confidence!"
— Emily G., PRENATAL NUTRITION CLIENT
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