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Beat The Spike Weekly - Episode: The Postpartum Metabolism Rollercoaster

Welcome to Beat The Spike Weekly! In this episode, we’re diving deep into the hormonal and metabolic chaos that often follows childbirth — even when everything seems normal on the surface. From sudden glucose spikes and energy crashes to silent shifts in insulin sensitivity, postpartum is anything but a metabolic reset. It’s a rollercoaster — and most people are riding it blindfolded. We unpack: Why postpartum blood sugar can swing unpredictably How breastfeeding affects metabolism The often-missed “silent risk zone” for non-diabetic women Simple, doable tips that make a difference when energy is low Whether you’re recovering from birth or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with real talk, actionable advice, and a whole lot of empathy. 🔗 Sources & Further Reading: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26985979/ https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4065174/ https://divisionofresearch.kaiserpermanente.org/fully-or-mostly-breastfeeding-women-have-lowest-blood-sugar-levels-after-a-gestational-diabetes-pregnancy/ Want help predicting how meals might affect your glucose — without needing a CGM? Meet your new smart sidekick. 👉 Try GlucoSpike AI 📲 https://glucospike.ai/#download