Fertility Nutrition Consultations

Whether you have been trying to conceive for a long time or are just thinking about taking that step and want to optimise fertility, we are here to support you.

Rachael focusses on really understanding you. She is looking to understand the information that you already have and also in digging deeper to understand factors which may not initially have been identified for you and your partner that can impact fertility.

Rachael uses nutrition in a way that works for you and your lifestyle to avoid adding overwhelm to an already overwhelming situation. As someone who is hugely passionate about research and science, Rachael will use the most up to date information to inform your programme of diet, supplementation and lifestyle interventions.

Rachael is your advocate and spends a lot of time helping you to understand fertility better and ensure that you are getting the best care.

The Consultation Process

Before we meet:

Ahead of your first consultation you are welcome to send any previous test results, fertility tracking data and any other relevant information which Rachael will review. Before your session we will ask you to complete a health questionnaire which includes your health history, any fertility treatment history and we will also ask you to complete a 3 day food diary.

Initial consultation (1 hour and 15 minutes):

During your first session we will explore your health history, and if female we spend time understanding a woman’s cycle, her current hormone and nutritional status and any known issues which may impact fertility. This includes PCOS, endometriosis, low AMH, overactive immune function, premature ovarian failure. We will also go through any previous fertility treatment and history of pregnancy. If male we will review semen analysis and DNA fragmentation tests as well as assessing overall health status. We thoroughly review the different systems in your body which impact fertility including thyroid, digestion, detoxification, immune, cardiovascular, endocrine, stress and sleep. We will discuss functional testing such as stool, SIBO, vaginal microbiome, blood, hormone, semen analysis and DNA fragmentation if appropriate along with timelines for additional sessions. Following this session Rachael will send you a health and lifestyle and supplement plan.

Follow up (1 hour):

Your first follow up appointment is anything from 2 to 6 weeks later. If someone is going through an IVF cycle Rachael may see you more regularly to support you throughout the cycle. In a follow up we will discuss test results, how you are getting on with your plan and make changes as needed.

Sessions:

Rachael operates a single session process. We find that this works well instead of packages because our clients are on different timelines and have very different needs. In the initial consultation Rachael will work with you to understand your timeline and will give you an idea of how you will work together.

All appointments are held via Zoom.

How we can help

Our focus is to help people struggling with fertility challenges fall pregnant, stay pregnant and bring home their longed for baby through nutrition science and lifestyle medicine.

We achieve this by:

Preparing the body for pregnancy
Supporting body and mind through IVF
Recovery from miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy
Maintaining a healthy pregnancy

1. BESPOKE

You are unique, Your situation is unique. Our approach to 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.

By extensively tailoring our approach we optimise fertility for you, whether you are undergoing a fresh or frozen IVF cycle, trying naturally or pregnant.

Rachael understands that fertility can take over your life and has a very practical approach to supporting clients with nutrition in a way that does not add to the mental load that they are already dealing with, or leave them feeling restricted.

Rachael's approach is to create a plan which fits into your life, so that it is realistic and achievable - and makes you feel great!We offer support both over a longer period of time and also for those who are on immediate timelines.

2. EXPERIENCE

The term 'its a rollercoaster' was made for those experiencing fertility struggles.

We have extensive experience supporting clients through IVF (fresh/frozen cycles), miscarriage, endometriosis, PCOS, low AMH, POI, advanced maternal age, male factor, DNA fragmentation.

The world of fertility is complex. Understanding hormones, health conditions and how to use diet, lifestyle and supplementation to manage them is key.

3. WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY

In addition to being a Registered Nutrition, Rachael her lived her own fertility experience. This puts her in a unique position in being able to help both from a scientific perspective and also an emotional one.

Rachael has lived it. The injections, blood tests, waiting rooms, hospitals, embryologist calls, fear, loss, hope and everything in between.

Every day in clinic Rachael gets to witness the power of nutrition and lifestyle support and how they impact fertility outcomes: ultimately a healthy pregnancy. Rachael is dedicated to supporting every client in their unique situation. We want you to know that there is always hope.