๐ŸŒธ March Closing & April Preview


Hello, beautiful mamas!

As we close out March's Growing Life theme, I hope you've felt more confident navigating that first trimester journey. You've been growing humans, growing knowledge, and growing community and that's everything. ๐Ÿ’—

But April? April is about to take things to the NEXT level! ๐Ÿฝ๏ธโœจ


๐ŸŽ APRIL THEME ANNOUNCEMENT: "Nourishment: Eating for Two (Smartly)"

How you nourish yourself matters. ๐Ÿ’š

April is all about NOURISHMENT - not just eating but eating SMARTLY for you and baby.

We're moving beyond the "eat whatever you can keep down" survival mode of the first trimester into intentional nourishment. This isn't about perfection or restriction, it's about understanding how the food you eat supports your health and your baby's development.

How you nourish yourself matters - for your energy, your baby's growth, your postpartum recovery, and your overall wellbeing. Let's learn how to do it well. ๐ŸŒฟ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ


๐Ÿฉบ Ask-A-Doc: Dr. Ohhh is NEXT SATURDAY!

The moment we've been waiting for! Dr. Oluwatosin "Dr. Ohhh" Oluokun joins us NEXT SATURDAY for the ultimate pregnancy nutrition conversation!

๐Ÿ“… Date: SAT, 04 Apr
โ€‹๐Ÿ• Time: 10am ET
โ€‹๐ŸŽฏ Topic:Nourishment: Eating for Two (Smartly)

What Dr. Ohhh will cover:

  • The TRUTH about "eating for two" (prepare to have myths busted!)
  • Essential nutrients for each trimester
  • Managing pregnancy cravings smartly
  • Setting yourself up for healthy postpartum recovery

Dr. Ohhh brings the knowledge AND the personality - this session will be informative, fun, and so practical you'll want to take notes! ๐Ÿ“

RSVP NOW
โ€‹

Can't make it live? All sessions are recorded for Mama Matters members.


๐ŸŽค Conversations with Jes: Chef Green on Spring Pregnancy Nourishment

Mark your calendars! Our April CwJ is going to be DELICIOUS and informative!

๐Ÿ“… Date: Thursday, April 17, 2026
โ€‹๐Ÿ• Time: 6:30pm ET
โ€‹๐ŸŽฏ Topic: Spring Pregnancy Nourishment & Smart Mineral Support

What we'll explore:

  • Spring foods that support pregnancy health
  • How to incorporate seasonal produce into your meals
  • The role of minerals in pregnancy (and where to get them!)
  • Making nourishment delicious, not just nutritious
  • Simple swaps for healthier eating

Chef Green is bringing both culinary expertise AND nutritional wisdom. This isn't your typical "eat more vegetables" lecture - this is PRACTICAL, doable, and designed for real life.


๐ŸŽค CwJ Recap: Shaylah Mickens - PCOS Healing

Our recent Conversations with Jes with Shaylah Mickens on "Beyond the Body: Healing PCOS from the Inside Out" was absolutely TRANSFORMATIVE!

What attendees are saying:

๐Ÿ’ฌ TESTIMONIAL

Shaylah's approach to PCOS healing from an emotional and spiritual perspective opened so many eyes and hearts. The connection between our emotional wellness and reproductive health is REAL, and this conversation gave mamas tools to address both.

If you missed it, the recording is available to members [Replay available here.

๐Ÿ™๐Ÿฝ Thank you, Shaylah, for holding space for this important healing work! ๐Ÿ’œ


๐ŸŒฎ Cooking With Jes: The ONLY Taco Recipe You Need!๐Ÿ”ฅ

#TacoTuesday just got a MAJOR upgrade, and yes, this is pregnancy-friendly AND delicious!

video previewโ€‹

This recipe is:

  • Plant-based and packed with flavor ๐ŸŒฑ
  • Easy to make (because you're tired, mama!)
  • Customizable for your pregnancy cravings
  • Perfect for dinner (or for that mid-day meal)

Pregnancy bonus: Jackfruit is gentle on sensitive stomachs, the slaw adds crunch and nutrition, and you can adjust the spice level to whatever your body is tolerating right now.

Made this recipe? Tag us and share your taco creations! We want to see them! ๐Ÿ“ธ


๐Ÿ’ญ Mama Moment

You are growing a human being with the food you eat, the water you drink, and the care you give yourself. That's not pressure, that's power. How you nourish yourself matters, mama. ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŒฟ


April will teach us how to nourish that life and ourselves with wisdom, joy, and intention.

You're not just eating for two. You're building a human. And that deserves thoughtful, smart nourishment.

Let's do this, mama. ๐Ÿ’š๐ŸŽ

Much love, Jes

Jessica Fisher Golden

Founder

MAMA MATTERS

A supportive community for mamas on their mamahood journey through education, nutrition, and community.

Did someone forward this to you? Subscribe here to get bi-weekly doses of real talk and practical wisdom of your mamahood journey.
โ€‹
Need a break from newsletters? Unsubscribe - no hard feelings, mama. Do what's best for you.

Mama Matters

Aspiring, new, and up to lightly seasoned mamas who want to make the mamahood journey just a little easier!

Read more from Mama Matters
video preview

Hey mama, In just 3 days, we're having a conversation about PCOS that goes beyond medication and symptoms. Shaylah Mickens - Reiki Master and Womb Healing practitioner - is joining me to talk about: ๐ŸŒธ The emotional weight of PCOS ๐ŸŒธ Spiritual healing alongside medical treatment๐ŸŒธ Moving from fight mode to softness ๐ŸŒธ Reclaiming your womb story Whether you have PCOS or love someone who does, this conversation will open new pathways to healing. ๐Ÿ“… Friday, 20 March at 6:30pm EDT๐Ÿ“… FRI, 20 Marโฐ 6:30PM...

MAMA MATTERS YOUTUBE Hello, beautiful mamas! We're officially in the Growing Life season! March is all about First Trimester Confidence - supporting you through those early weeks when your body is doing miraculous work, even when it feels more like survival mode. ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ Remember: You're not just surviving - you're growing a human. And we're here to support you every step of the way. ๐ŸŽ‰ EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT: We're Going In-Person! This is BIG! ๐ŸŽŠ Mama Matters is making our FIRST in-person...

festival grounds

MAMA MATTERS YOUTUBE Hello, beautiful mamas! We're officially in the Growing Life season! March is all about First Trimester Confidence - supporting you through those early weeks when your body is doing miraculous work, even when it feels more like survival mode. ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ Remember: You're not just surviving - you're growing a human. And we're here to support you every step of the way. ๐ŸŽ‰ EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT: We're Going In-Person! This is BIG! ๐ŸŽŠ Mama Matters is making our FIRST in-person...