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Kristen is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with over a decade of clinical experience, holding additional certifications in Fertility, Prenatal and Paediatric Nutrition, as well as SOS Feeding Therapy. She brings extensive paediatric expertise from her time at The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne, where she specialised in Metabolic Medicine. After becoming a mother herself, Kristen founded Vital Start Nutrition, blending her professional knowledge with lived experience. This unique perspective allows her to truly understand the real-life challenges and joys that come with this season of life. With a strong belief that food is more than just fuel, Kristen is dedicated to the role nutrition plays in shaping long-term health, not only in the present but for future generations. Her special interest lies in epigenetics and how everyday food choices can positively influence lifelong wellbeing. Kristen works closely with clients throughout the early life journey, from fertility and preconception, through pregnancy and postpartum, and into infancy and toddlerhood. She combines evidence-based expertise with a practical, compassionate approach to support clients in making lasting, meaningful changes. Whether working with individuals or families, Kristen brings warmth, clarity, and a genuine desire to see others thrive.

Inoka Perera is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian, specializing in Fertility and Prenatal Nutrition in Australia. She is dedicated to delivering professional, patient-centered care, with a special interest in fertility, prenatal care, diabetes, and weight loss. Inoka is passionate about empowering individuals to achieve optimal health through tailored nutritional guidance. As the founder of The DIET-FERTIOLOGIST, Inoka provides expert dietary advice to help couples enhance fertility, improve IVF success rates, and support a healthy pregnancy. Her approach combines evidence-based nutrition with personalized care, ensuring that each client receives the attention and support needed to make lasting positive changes.

Midwife | Acupuncturist | Naturopath Specializing in Endometriosis, Fertility, Pregnancy, Birth & Hormonal Health I provide integrative, evidence-informed care for women across all stages of reproductive health, with a particular focus on fertility, pregnancy, birth, and hormonal balance. With qualifications in midwifery, acupuncture, and naturopathy, my approach brings together the best of natural and traditional medicine to support the body’s innate ability to heal and thrive. My work is tailored to each individual, combining clinical experience with a holistic understanding of the interconnected systems that influence reproductive and hormonal health. I offer targeted support for conditions such as endometriosis, PCOS, cycle irregularities, and hormonal imbalances that impact fertility. My Heal Endo to Get Pregnant program is designed specifically for women with endometriosis who are trying to conceive—using a combination of nutritional therapy, herbal medicine, acupuncture, and lifestyle strategies to reduce inflammation, regulate hormones, and prepare the body for pregnancy. Whether you're just beginning your fertility journey, preparing for birth, recovering postpartum, or managing ongoing hormonal challenges, my goal is to provide clear, compassionate, and effective care that supports your long-term health and wellbeing.