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Bringing new life into the world is the biggest creative work of our lifetime. At WellNatal, we help you optimise your health and grow your family. We offer support across three significant seasons: PREPARATION & PRECONCEPTION CARE Preconception care is about “stacking the deck in your favour” for a healthier pregnancy, a well-nourished baby and a better postpartum experience. Optimising nutrition and overall health in both partners can have a lasting positive impact on the pregnancy and beyond. If you are asking any of these questions, we can help: - What should I do to be at my healthiest before conceiving? - Are there any natural ways to improve fertility? - How can I find out if I have nutrient deficiencies? - I have endometriosis, PCOS or amenorrhea, can nutrition help? - What should I do if I’ve stopped or want to stop contraception (e.g. “the pill”)? - I’m still exhausted from my last pregnancy, how can I revitalise my health before conceiving? - How can I decrease my risk of gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications? - Which blood tests or other testing should I do? - Which prenatal vitamin should I take? Key focus areas: - Optimising fertility - Improving egg & sperm quality - Identifying & treating nutrient deficiencies that could impact pregnancy & postpartum - Improving reproductive, menstrual & hormone health - Identifying & removing barriers to healthy conception - Improving metabolic health PREGNANCY CARE Pregnancy care naturally supports the mother’s physical changes during pregnancy, healthy foetal development and supports birth to postpartum. Unfortunately, much of the advice around pregnancy nutrition and lifestyle is outdated or incorrect. With specialist training in this area, we relieve the stress and overwhelm by giving you research-backed and holistic prenatal nutrition advice. If you are asking any of these questions, we can help: - Which foods are “safe” to eat in pregnancy? - Which foods should I eat for a healthy pregnancy? - How can I eat to support healthy growth of my baby? - How can I manage my blood sugar naturally? - How can I have more energy and less swelling? - Which prenatal vitamin should I be taking, if at all? - My iron supplement makes me constipated, what should I do? - Which kind of exercise is safe in pregnancy? - I’m having twins, how can I support my pregnancy? Key focus areas: - Emphasising intake of foods and nutrients that help grow a healthy baby - Minimising foods that impede a healthy pregnancy - Navigating pregnancy symptoms such as nausea, constipation, reflux, fatigue and swelling - Navigating food cravings and aversions - Managing gestational diabetes and other pregnancy complications with a real food approach - Supporting multiples - Supporting appropriate exercise and movement - Treating iron deficiency and other nutrient deficiencies - Preparing for birth and postpartum planning POSTPARTUM CARE Postpartum care focuses on the mother’s (often-overlooked) recovery from birth and supports healthy, nutrient rich breastmilk to nourish and sustain the growing newborn. Compared to often rudimentary and short-lived conventional postpartum care, we support mother’s for as long as they need. Postpartum is forever and supporting the mother’s recovery can help prevent compounding health issues over multiple pregnancies. - What should I eat in postpartum if I am breastfeeding vs bottle feeding? - Why am I so hungry? - Does my diet affect my breast milk? - When should I get blood tests done? - I was told my blood test are “normal” but I don’t feel normal, what can I do? - How can I eat to support my energy and mood? - Can certain foods help my body recover from labour and birth? - Is my hair loss normal? - I think I might have post-natal depletion, what can I do? - How can I fix my iron deficiency? Key focus areas: - Nutritional support for breastfeeding - Supporting post-birth recovery and healing - Identifying and treating nutrient deficiencies - Supporting healthy hormones and reproductive function - Nervous system and energy support - “Post-natal depletion” treatment SERVICES 1:1 Consultations – online, Australia wide TESTING - Blood test/pathology scripts - DUTCH testing - Co-Biome GI mapping - Others as needed PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE Many providers offer rebates. Contact your private health insurer to check the inclusions of your policy. QUALIFICATIONS Tara Black is the only practitioner in Australia to have completed the highly competitive mentorship training program under Lily Nichols at the Institute of Prenatal Nutrition. Bachelor of Health Science (Nutritional & Dietetic Medicine) with Distinction Prenatal Specialist Mentorship Program via the Institute of Prenatal Nutrition CONTACT [email protected]

I’m Luke - a Registered Clinical Nutritionist (CNA) and Wellness Educator based in Aotearoa, New Zealand. I help people cut through the confusion of health advice and feel confident in how they nourish their bodies and minds. My background brings together evidence-based nutritional science, psychology, metabolic health, and mindfulness practices. I graduated with first-class honours from the Institute of Holistic Nutrition and later completed specialist Clinical Nutrition training (HPN 2) under the mentorship of Dr. Cliff Harvey at the Holistic Performance Institute, building on earlier studies in psychology at Victoria University. I’ve continued postgraduate learning at institutions including Aberdeen and Deakin University, with a strong focus on clinical nutrition for health conditions, nutritional psychiatry, and metabolic wellness. My work is shaped not just by education, but by lived experience, travel, and curiosity. Yoga teacher training in India deepened my understanding of movement, breath, and cultural perspectives on health, and strengthened my ability to support clients with the mental and emotional aspects of change - not just what’s on their plate. Before establishing my own practice, I gained experience through an internship with health researcher and best-selling author Jason Shon Bennett. Today, I continue to share research and practical tools through writing for the Aotearoa Vegan & Plant-Based Living Magazine, recording my podcast and YouTube content, and running workshops and education programs. Outside of work, you’ll likely find me in nature - surfing, cycling, lifting weights, or tending to my vegetable garden. I believe well-being exists at the intersection of nourishment, movement, and mindfulness. My mission is simple: to bridge the gap between clinical science and real-life application - empowering you to build sustainable habits, develop a healthier relationship with food, and feel more vibrant, grounded, and capable every day. <a style="text-decoration:underline;" href="https://plantednutrition.nz/">My Website</a> I am available each day for online sessions and have in-person sessions available on Wednesdays at my clinic in Titirangi. By booking you agree to the <a style="text-decoration:underline;" href="https://plantednutrition.nz/terms-and-conditions/" target="_blank">Planted Nutrition Terms and Conditions (opens in new tab)</a>

Ready to Take the First Step Toward Feeling Like You Again? Hi, I’m Diana Miranda — Clinical Nutritionist, Metabolic Balance Coach, and emotional wellness guide. If you’ve landed here, chances are you're ready to feel better in your body. You’re done with the confusion, the exhaustion, and the feeling that no one truly gets what you’re going through. You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it out alone either. Whether you're navigating hormonal shifts, emotional overwhelm, or weight that no longer responds the way it used to — I'm here to support you with a personalised approach that nourishes your whole being: body, mind, emotions, and soul. Together, we’ll: - Create a tailored nutrition plan aligned with your body’s unique needs - Address the deeper emotional patterns that may be affecting your health - Calm your nervous system and reset your metabolism - Guide you back into a place of self-trust, clarity, and balance My work combines clinical nutrition, Personalised Nutrition - Metabolic Balance®, Reconnective Healing, and Emotional Release Techniques — so you can experience real, lasting transformation. ✨You have two beautiful ways to begin: 🔍 Book a Free Discovery Call – Let’s connect, chat about your goals, and see what’s right for you. 🌿 Ready to Start? Book your Initial Nutritional Medicine Consultation and begin your personalised wellness journey today. Let’s make this the moment you start feeling like yourself again — stronger, lighter, more connected. I can’t wait to walk this path with you, Diana Miranda

I am a degree qualified Clinical Nutritionist, and trained Chef with over 20 years experience in the kitchen. I love food, and i love nutrition and what better way then to combine the two together! I learnt the hard way several years ago what extreme stress can do to the body. After working hard as a chef for 15 years, I found myself to be burnt out, highly stressed and constantly exhausted - i didn't recognise myself in the mirror any more. I wasn't well, miserable and had lost direction in my life. After falling pregnant with my first child, i had the wake-up call or “sliding doors” moment I needed - this was not the way I wanted to live anymore. I realised that my passion lay with natural health, and decided to focus solely on my degree.Today, i am a different person, and am so passionate about helping others be the best versions of themselves that they can, that they can be happy, healthy and stress free! What i will do: * Show you that eating well does not mean bland, boring, or expensive * Encourage positive relationships between food and body image * Tailor nutrition and treatment plans specific to your individual needs - there is no one size fits all approach * Explain in detail the benefits of good nutrition, and why they are specially important to you What i won't do: * Use the word “diet” ( its all about dietary modifications) * Ban chocolate or sometime's foods completely from your diet (we all need balance in our lives, and food is to be enjoyed! - its all about moderation!) * Set unrealistic goals

Health & HRV Coach | Burnout Prevention & Chronic Illness Improvement Kate is a certified Health and Nutrition Coach with a Physical Education degree and a strong personal connection to the work she does. Her life experiences, including a journey with complex chronic illness, coupled with her background as an athlete and international work in project management and community development, have fueled her passion for making a difference in others' lives. Kate now specialises in supporting those to prevent or navigate burnout or chronic illness who feel overwhelmed and unsure of what steps to take. Central to her practice is her expertise in Heart Rate Variability (HRV) tracking. Kate helps clients reduce the guesswork through providing professional grade HRV tracking options, and has worked with clients with burnout, Long COVID, ME/CFS, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Cancer and other conditions. Kate uses this as a powerful tool to provide clients with objective data, helping them better understand and manage their activities, stress, sleep, and exercise to get the most out of life. Combining an empathetic, collaborative coaching style with data driven strategies, helps empower her clients to make more informed choices and regain control of their wellbeing. She is currently further expanding this technical edge with studies in Sports Nutrition and beyond her work, she is a dedicated mum and sports enthusiast who volunteers within her local community. At her Glen Eden wellness space, she also offers infrared sauna and red light therapy sessions to complement her clients’ wellbeing routines. Book a FREE 15 min discovery call to chat about you needs and see if my health coaching is the right fit for you. PLEASE NOTE: - Health Coaching appointments are online unless otherwise arranged - A $1 booking fee and standard credit card processing fees are applied at checkout, therefore I have adjusted my base rates to ensure your total remains as intended Read more about my packages and services at www.insidematters.co.nz

Pip Reed — Women's Health Nutritionist & Diagnostic Specialist I specialise in women's hormone health — not through generic plans or guesswork, but through advanced functional diagnostics that find the root cause of why your body isn't responding. Most of the women I work with have been told their results are normal. They've tried everything. And they're still exhausted, inflamed, and unable to shift weight. The problem was never effort. It was that nobody had looked at the full picture. I investigate. I test. I treat. My clinical focus includes hormone imbalance, weight resistance, endometriosis, PCOS, uterine fibroids, perimenopause, menopause, infertility, thyroid disorders, adrenal fatigue, gut dysfunction, histamine intolerance, mast cell activation, mental health, acne and chronic inflammation. How I work with you: The Renew You Protocol — my signature 6-month programme for women who are done doing it alone. Comprehensive functional testing, personalised protocol, fortnightly consultations, practitioner-grade supplements and two rounds of testing to track your results. $10,000 in full or $500/week. The Renew You Assessment — one dedicated session to map your symptom picture, identify your primary drivers and determine your next step. $497, credited in full if you proceed to the Protocol. DIY Hormone Rebalance & Weight Loss Program — a clinically guided self-paced programme with personal symptom analysis, meal plans and supplement guidance. $297. I have been a registered clinical nutritionist for 14+ years. I hold a Bachelor of Business, Advanced Diploma in Nutritional Medicine, Certificate IV in Nutrition, Certificate III & IV in Fitness and Personal Training, and certifications in Yoga and Pilates. I am a current member of the Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA) and the International Association of Corneotherapy (IAC). I consult worldwide via online video, by phone, and in clinic in Bowral NSW and occasionally Sydney. Out of hours clinic appointments available on request. Featured in Marie Claire, Elle, OK, NW, Wellness By Design, Get Me Glow, Channel Ten News and Triple J. 📞 0423 008 311 🌐 www.pipreednutrition.com

Gauri is a Dietitian servicing Sydney's North Shore and specialising in diabetes and digestive health. Gauri is proficient in Hindi and is acquainted with the broader Indian cuisine. She grew up in the country side on fresh vegetarian food and loved growing vegetables from a young age. Gauri has a special interest in Vegan and Vegetarian diets but believes that healthy eating is possible in every culture and cuisine. She is passionate about cooking from fresh ingredients and trialling various cuisines. She is a mother of two and understands the challenges of cooking for a family of varying nutritional needs, ages and dietary restrictions. Gauri has been working as a dietitian for 10 years and in private practice 6 years. She enjoys working in a multidisciplinary team who are committed to holistic and preventative health. Gauri’s favourite thing about being a private dietitian is getting to know and help her patients from diverse backgrounds to love food and enjoy good health. Gauri has had experience in a major public hospitals and various nursing homes. Gauri uses health coaching along with her clinical expertise to assist weight loss, weight gain, healthy eating, Diabetes, Blood pressure and Cholesterol management, Vegetarian and Vegan diets, Emotional eating, Digestive health, Liver health, Food allergies and intolerances and Women’s health.

Kerry Knafl is the owner and lead Naturopath at Sage & Thyme Naturopathy. At Sage & Thyme, we're passionate about supporting healthy ageing so you can thrive in your golden years. Because you've worked hard for decades – now it's your time to enjoy life to the fullest. Discover Natural Solutions for: • Chronic Pain and Inflammation • Mental Clarity and Emotional Wellbeing • Renewed Energy and Vitality • Optimal Gut Health • Cardiovascular Wellness • Strong Bones and Joints • Healthy Ageing and Longevity

I am a Nutritional Medicine Practitioner based in Sydney. Overall I have been in alternative therapies as an Aromatherapist and Psychic Medium & healer for past 22 years, however, since my graduation in December 2018 in the Advance Diploma of Nutritional Medicine I incorporate my qualifications in Nutrition into my practice. Immune, Nervous and Endocrine health imbalances, as well as gut health are a significant focus in my practice.