About Rachael Robinson
Passionate about helping people achieve their dreams of parenthood through evidence-based nutrition
A Personal & Professional Approach to Fertility
My approach is grounded in science and evidence-based research. I trained for four years as a Nutritional Therapist at the Institute for Optimum Nutrition (DipION, mBANT, CNHC) and hold an MSc in Clinical Nutrition from the University of Aberdeen (ANutr), with a specialist focus on fertility.
I work with clients to optimise their fertility through nutrition, from conception through pregnancy and beyond.
Much of what my clients experience, I've lived myself: multiple IVF cycles, miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, low AMH, endometriosis, and an overactive immune system. There were times it felt endless, and I wished I had support from someone who truly understood—and who also had the clinical knowledge to help. That's what led me to dedicate my work and research to this field.
I've spent over ten years working privately with clients navigating fertility challenges, with a particular interest in IVF. My research with the University of Aberdeen examined the impact of BMI on IVF outcomes.
I use diet, targeted supplementation, and functional testing to understand what's happening in your body, how it's affecting your fertility, and to build a plan that gives you the best possible chance of a healthy pregnancy and baby.
Areas of Expertise
Evidence-based nutrition support for a wide range of fertility challenges
IVF & Assisted Reproduction
Specialised nutrition support for all stages of IVF, IUI, and other assisted reproductive technologies. Improving egg and sperm quality, implantation, supporting immune therapy and hormone balance throughout the process.
Male Factor Infertility
Improving sperm health, count, and DNA quality through evidence-based nutrition, supplementation, and lifestyle modifications.
Hormone Imbalance
Addressing PCOS, irregular periods, thyroid conditions, and other hormone-related fertility challenges through targeted nutrition and lifestyle approaches.
Low Egg Reserve & Advanced Maternal Age
Specialised nutrition support for low AMH premature ovarian failure, and fertility decline related to age.
Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
Supporting those who have experienced miscarriage or ectopic pregnancy with nutrition strategies and functional testing to address underlying factors and improve outcomes.
Pregnancy Nutrition
Supporting a healthy pregnancy after fertility struggles, with trimester-specific nutrition guidance and continued support into the fourth trimester.
The Fertility Journey
I understand the fertility journey from both personal experience and professional expertise
IVF
After an unsuccessful IVF cycle I fell pregnant naturally but experienced the heartbreak of a miscarriage with twins at 6 weeks. This was followed by a second IVF cycle which ended in an ectopic pregnancy that required medical intervention including methotrexate treatment.
2017
Success & New Beginnings
After 297 self-administered injections and PGT-A genetic testing, I finally welcomed my son Felix into the world—turning my personal struggle into a story of hope.
2019-2020
2016
The Beginning: Low AMH
After starting my career as a nutritionist, I faced my own unexpected fertility challenges with a diagnosis of low AMH and being propelled into the world of fertility treatment. Even with my nutrition education, I found myself navigating the complex and emotional world of infertility.
2017-18
6 cycles later...
Over the course of four years, I underwent 6 cycles of IVF stimulation, 4 egg collections, and 2 1U1s. Throughout this process, I used my expertise in nutrition and functional medicine to support my body and optimise my chances of success.
Present
Dedicated to Helping Others
My personal fertility experience deepened my professional commitment to helping others facing similar challenges. My practice is focussed specifically on fertility nutrition, combining scientific expertise with genuine empathy from lived experience.
My Approach & Values
The core principles that guide my work with clients
BESPOKE
You are unique, your situation is unique. My approach in supporting you is unique and evidence-based. The nutrients needed at different points of your fertility journey will change and so will our dietary plan for you.
EXPERIENCE
The term 'it's a rollercoaster' was made for those experiencing fertility struggles. I have extensive experience supporting clients through IVF, miscarriage, endometriosis, PCOS, low AMH, POI, advanced maternal age, and male factor infertility.
SUPPORT
In addition to being a Registered Nutritionist, I have lived my own fertility experience. This puts me in a unique position to help both from a scientific perspective but also an emotional one I've lived the injections, blood tests, waiting rooms, hospitals, embryologist calls, fear, loss, hope and everything in between.
Functional testing, tailored health and lifestyle changes, and targeted supplementation can make a huge difference in the health of our hormones, quality of egg and sperm and ultimately improve our chance of conceiving and maintaining a healthy pregnancy.
I have a very tailored approach with clients, we are all unique and need to be supported differently to get the best outcome.
Outside of clinical work, I love yoga and reformer palates as a way to strengthen and switch off.
