Optimising Maternal Health Through Nutrition
Nutrition has a profound impact on the health and wellness of both mother and baby during the pre-conception, pregnancy, and postpartum stage.
Our specialised nutrition services are designed to support women in these evolving stages, offering comprehensive guidance that goes beyond dietary advice. We understand that nutritional needs dramatically change from preparing the body for pregnancy, ensuring optimal fetal development during pregnancy, and aiding in postpartum recovery.
Our approach is scientifically backed, ensuring that every dietary recommendation supports the unique physiological changes and challenges you face during this exciting period of your life.
Introducing Nutritionist & Naturopath - Danielle Delany
Danielle brings a wealth of expertise in maternal nutrition.
Her approach is strongly scientific and evidence based, ensuring that her advice on pre-conception nutrition optimises fertility and prepares the body for a healthy pregnancy.
During pregnancy, Danielle’s guidance shifts to support fetal development and manage pregnancy-specific conditions like gestational diabetes or nausea.
In the postpartum phase, her focus is on aiding recovery, ensuring adequate nutrition for breastfeeding mothers, and addressing postpartum weight concerns.
Her dual expertise in nutrition and exercise physiology is particularly beneficial in developing holistic wellness plans that combine diet with appropriate physical activity during these stages
When To See a Nutritionist During Your Pregnancy Journey
Nutritionist consultations is crucial for women in various stages of motherhood. For those planning to conceive, our Nutritionist can help optimise fertility and prepare the body for the changes pregnancy brings.
During pregnancy, tailored nutritional advice supports the health of both mother and baby, addressing common issues like morning sickness, fatigue, and ensuring adequate intake of essential nutrients.
Postpartum, nutrition is key to recovery, maintaining energy levels, and supporting breastfeeding. Seeing a Nutritionist during these times can significantly impact both maternal and child health.
Our Nutritionist services offer numerous benefits tailored specifically for pre-conception, pregnancy, and postpartum care:
- Customised Nutritional Strategies: Our plans consider individual health histories, dietary preferences, and specific needs at each stage, from enhancing fertility to postpartum recovery.
- Dietary Education: We provide in-depth knowledge about the role of various nutrients, the importance of a balanced diet, and how specific foods can alleviate common pregnancy ailments or support lactation.
- Management of Pregnancy-Related Health Issues: Nutrition plays a critical role in managing conditions like gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and ensuring appropriate weight gain.
- Sustainable Eating Habits: We focus on instilling long-lasting healthy eating habits that benefit both mother and child, emphasising the importance of nutrition in early childhood development.
- Ongoing Support and Motivation: Continuous guidance and encouragement are provided to help women navigate the dietary challenges and changes during these stages.
- Customised Nutritional Strategies: Our plans consider individual health histories, dietary preferences, and specific needs at each stage, from enhancing fertility to postpartum recovery.
Book A Pregnancy Nutritionist Appointment
Our Preconception, Pregnancy & Postpartum Nutrition Services
Our 12-week nutrition program is specifically tailored to the stages of pre-conception, pregnancy, and postpartum. The program includes regular sessions designed to adapt and evolve as a woman progresses through each stage and trimester.
These sessions focus on practical dietary changes, monitoring health markers, and ensuring that both mother and baby’s nutritional needs are met. Follow-up sessions are critical for tracking progress, addressing any emerging concerns, and making necessary adjustments to the nutritional plan.
Tailored Nutrition Plan Options: Our maternal nutrition plans are designed to cater to individual preferences and needs;
- Flexible Nutrition Plan: Ideal for those who prefer a more independent approach, offering guidelines and frameworks to create balanced, nutritious meals.
- Full Maternal Nutrition Plan: This comprehensive plan provides detailed meal planning and ongoing support, ensuring that nutritional needs are met at every stage of your pregnancy journey.
Each plan begins with a thorough assessment to tailor recommendations and strategies effectively.
Collaborative Approach
As with all treatments at Selph Health Studios, your Nutritionist will be able to see and discuss your past and current treatments with any other of the Selph practitioners you are being treated by. This ensures that your treatments and wellness plan are both cohesive and collaborative across all disciplines.