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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 Unfortunately, much of the advice around pregnancy nutrition and lifestyle is outdated or incorrect.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 a degree-qualified naturopath with 8 years of clinical experience, helping clients manage a range of health conditions such as hormonal imbalances, fertility concerns, gut health, stress management, burnout, autoimmune conditions, and metabolic health. I provide personalised naturopathic treatments, combining herbal remedies, nutritional therapies, and lifestyle adjustments to help clients achieve long-term wellness. Outside of my practice, I am a mum to three wonderful daughters, including twins. I love gardening and growing my own vegetables and herbs, and I love teaching my children the importance of nutrition and healthy living. This passion also extends into my work, where I focus on educating clients on the benefits of natural health solutions. I'm based in Port Melbourne but also offer online consults anywhere in Australia.

I am your Naturopath Mari, with qualifications in Naturopathy and Nursing. I assess your health holistically through interviewing your symptoms, personal medical history, family medical history, diet and lifestyle, interpreting pathology results and use functional testing to investigate the root cause of your health issues. I create a treatment plan that is suitable for your individual needs and will support you to make essential changes throughout your wellness journey. I have over 10 years of experience as healthcare worker, which has given me great practical skills and deep understanding in patient care. However, I often experienced limitations within allopathic medicine and was longing for deeper understanding of disease and holistic approach to patients’ health complaints. I found my calling in naturopathy, not only as a career but I am passioned about natural health and I practise what I preach. I am motivated to educate my clients about their condition and to offer natural ways to help manage, to heal and to prevent a disease. As treatment I use diet and lifestyle modifications, herbal and nutritional medicine to bring harmony back into your body and mind. My knowledge is based on evidence from resent studies, clinical experience and traditional knowledge passed though literature. What I can help you with but not limited to: - Digestive Disorders: Experience relief from digestive issues such as reflux, indigestion, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, dysbiosis, hemorrhoids, intolerances, IBS, IBD, parasites and SIBO - Boosting energy levels: Discover natural approaches to combat fatigue and enhance vitality for daily activities. - Women's Wellness: Find balance and support for women's health concerns such as PMS and PMDD, endometriosis, irregular, painful and heavy periods, hormonal changes, reoccurring UTI’s, thrush and BV, vaginal health and understanding your natural cycle from menarche to menopause - Nervous system regulation: Learn natural ways to regulate nervous system to sooth anxiety, reduce migraines and headaches and improve sleep. - Stress management: Gain sustainable techniques to manage stress and promote emotional well-being. - Gentle detoxification: Support your body's natural detox processes with gentle, effective naturopathic methods. You can contact me via email [email protected] You can follow me on Instagram: healthwithharmony_naturopathy and Facebook: Health with Harmony Naturopathy

Cara Chapple, a dedicated naturopath accredited by the Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS), brings a comprehensive approach to whole-body health. With her Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy, Cara offers an integrative practice through CC Naturopathy. She is well-versed in managing a wide spectrum of health concerns, from mental health, sleep, and stress to digestive, reproductive, and respiratory systems, and more. Cara ensures her knowledge remains sharp and current, as demanded by ATMS's Continuous Professional Education (CPE) policies. Cara's practice is not just about treating symptoms but empowering clients with the education and tools for sustainable health management, creating personalised treatment plans for each unique individual. Her practice extends beyond consultations, with an apothecary service that provides natural remedies aligned with her holistic health philosophy​​​​.

Welcome to Two Minds to Thrive, where health and vitality are at the forefront of what we do. I'm Natasha, the driving force behind our virtual clinic, and your partner on the journey to a healthier, more vibrant you. As a seasoned Naturopath, certified Metabolic Balance practitioner, Health & Wellness Coach, and scientist my life's work is dedicated to empowering you to live your best life every day. My approach is deeply rooted in personal experience, lending me a unique empathy and understanding of your health journey from the very start. In my Mind Your Weight program I coach individuals struggling with binge eating, their weight or chronic health conditions. If you're overwhelmed by the myriad of diets and the punishing exercise routines that have failed to deliver, I'm here to offer you a beacon of hope. My ethos is simple: no more guessing. My focus is on getting the right foods for your body, advanced behaviour coaching techniques to break entrenched eating cycles and education to streamline your path to wellness. Your recovery journey will be as clear and straight forward as we can possibly make it. In my Mind Your Life program I use advanced coaching techniques to help you create meaningful change by shifting the patterns that no longer serve you, so you can move towards the life you want with clarity and confidence in the areas that matter most—whether it’s your health, relationships, career, finances, personal growth, or sense of purpose. From your very first strategy session with me you’ll experience what coaching is like assisting you to decide if this approach fits your needs. We’ll also use this time to ensure we’re the right fit to work together, setting you up with the right support to create lasting results. All appointments online via teleconference. You don't even need Zoom we do everything right here in this platform! Whether its naturopathy, nutrition, hypnotherapy, or they myriad of other life coaching techniques available to support your recovery. Ready to embark on a transformative health journey? Join us at Two Minds to Thrive, where your best life is just waiting for you!

I am a Naturopathic clinician and personal trainer based in Hervey Bay, with a special interest in helping women through their mature life stages to achieve optimal health. I have been in the Health and Wellness industry for the last nineteen years. I am passionate about what Naturopathy and Exercise can do to enable clients to improve their vitality and well-being. I have a previous background in Science and Education with a Bachelor of Science and a Postgraduate diploma in Secondary Science teaching specialising in Biology, Health, and Environmental studies. I have always had a fascination and respect for the natural world and our environment, and deeply believe in the interconnectedness of life and the healing power of nature. This, combined with a science-based background and years of training women to achieve physical health goals led naturally into studying for a Bachelor of Health Science in Naturopathy. I provide holistic primary care medicine that blends traditional medicine with scientific advances and current research, guided by principles and philosophies that recognise the body's innate healing capacity, emphasise disease prevention, and encourage individual responsibility to obtain optimal health. I am excited to be able to combine and utilise my past experience and knowledge to help others find their optimal health and well-being.

I am a passionate Clinical Nutritionist believing strongly in the saying: 'Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food'. I am particularly interested in prevention and management of cardiovascular disease through wholesome food and lifestyle changes. I do believe we can heal through natural food. I am also a Remedial Massage Therapist with extensive experience helping clients live painfree and enjoy life with optimal ease of movement and mobility. I also use some Theta healing techniques in the treatment if required.

Dr. Idris is a Naturopathic Doctor & Formulation Scientist from Australia with over 15 years industry experience. His studies have taken him to three continents earning a bachelor degree in Health Science (Naturopathy) & a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine with further specialist studies in formulation chemistry. Dr. Idris has delivered over 550 seminars & lectures in 5 countries & 13 universities as an invited expert speaker & visiting university lecturer Dr. Idris has been a consultant formulation scientist, product development advisor & board member to several local & international businesses for nutraceutical, supplement & therapeutic topical products. Dr. Idris is a revert to Islam & includes the health teachings & wisdom from the sunnah (islamic prophetic medicine) in his clinical practice. Today he runs a busy clinic in Melbourne, Australia seeing patients from around the world called The Sunnah Doctor & has developed a range of over 50 nutraceutical products with the a unique focus for the Muslim community.