5 Reasons to Work with a Fertility and Pregnancy Nutritionist

Are you trying to conceive and feeling confused about what to eat, how to lose weight safely, or how to best support your body for pregnancy? 

You’re not alone. Chances are you've been down a Google rabbit hole of nutrition tips, fertility diets and well-meaning but contradictory advice.

It can be overwhelming—and in many cases, it’s just not specific to you. That’s where working with a Fertility and Pregnancy Nutritionist can be a game-changer.

As a UK-registered dietitian certified in fertility and pregnancy nutrition, I support you (and your partner) to feel confident in your food choices, improve your chances of conceiving, and nourish yourself through pregnancy—without food guilt.

Here are five powerful reasons to work with a dietitian like me can change the trajectory of your journey:

#1. You’ll Learn How to Eat for Fertility Without Restriction

The internet is full of fertility nutrition advice—some helpful, some downright harmful. Most of my clients want to support ovulation, regulate cycles, and lose a bit of weight—but they’ve been burned by dieting.

As a certified fertility dietitian I help you cut through the noise and guide you with an evidence-based, fertility personalised plan. 

Together, we’ll focus on: 

✅ Eating the right types of carbs, fats, and proteins to support ovulation (no more heavy or painful periods) 

✅ Improving egg and sperm quality through key nutrients 

✅ Balancing blood sugar and insulin resistance (especially important for PCOS, diabetes or other hormone imbalances) 

All while still enjoying the foods you love. No cutting out whole food groups. I bring 20+ years of clinical experience and fertility-specific training to each client. My advice is rooted in what’s backed by science and what actually works in practice.

When I worked with Cassie, 29, she came to me feeling “exhausted and out of control of her own body with weight gain”. She was diagnosed with PCOS and felt guilty that she was always tired and suffering with awful migraines. 

We stripped things back to a balanced plan that aligned with her cycle, energy levels, and realistic lifestyle habits. Three months later, her migraines were less frequent and her PCOS symptoms less intense. She said “I now feel I have more control over my body and I’m making positive choices for myself.”

#2. Support with Reaching a Healthy Weight for Conception

If you’re over 30 and trying to conceive, your weight might play a role—but losing weight doesn't have to mean restriction. You don't need another list of foods to eat or avoid. I often hear: “I’ve read so much but I’m more confused than ever.” Instead, I help you filter what actually matters.

As a nutritionist for fertility with expertise in weight loss I help you: 

✅ Build healthy, sustainable habits (no falling back to old habits) 

✅ Understand how to portion your meals to support weight loss and fertility 

✅ Feel in control of emotional or mindless eating 

This can improve natural conception chances and IVF outcomes, and reduce the risk of complications in early pregnancy.

Take Rebecca, who was struggling with binge eating and weight gain. In just 3 months she changed the way of thinking about weight loss and the way of looking at food. For the first time in a long time, she had a break from binge eating, saw steady weight loss without counting calories, and her relationship with food improved. 

This could be you! You’ll leave our sessions with clarity and you’ll gain strategies tailored to your patterns and mindset, not someone else’s template.

#3. You’ll Get Practical, Real-Life Meal Guidance

Busy life? Full-time job? Managing kids or other commitments? You don’t need hours in the kitchen or fancy supplements.

I don’t just give nutrition advice—I help you implement it when motivation dips, or life gets in the way.

You’ll get a practical, step-by-step plan based on real food and your real life: 

✅ Easy meal ideas that both you and your partner love 

✅ Snack strategies to prevent energy dips 

✅ Help with shopping, food prep, and planning ahead

Whether it’s knowing what to eat before a fertility treatment or how to navigate first-trimester nausea, we’ll make food feel easy.

My clients often say, “You get it. You know what it’s like trying to do this while working full-time and juggling appointments.” That’s what personalised guidance truly means.

#4. You'll Gain Confidence During Pregnancy Nutrition– Trimester by Trimester

Pregnancy is a time when nutrition really matters—but advice online or from well-meaning friends can be overwhelming. 

Working with a pregnancy nutritionist and dietitian like me means you’ll: 

✅ Know how to meet your baby's needs without “eating for two” or gaining unnecessary weight 

✅ Manage pregnancy symptoms like fatigue, constipation, and food cravings 

✅ Ensure you're getting key nutrients like folate, iron, calcium, and omega-3 

Take Amy, who was overweight when she got pregnant. She told me her biggest challenge was to control “sudden hunger” and a “sweet tooth”. 

Together, during her pregnancy [link to service], we focused on understanding food portions and having regular meals and snacks.  We built a plan around the foods she likes (with no restriction to sweet foods) and weight check-ins for accountability. 

Within weeks she felt confident about how to make meals for herself with the right nutrients. When she completed the pregnancy programme, she said: 

“I was able to avoid excessive weight gain and started healthier eating habits. As a consequence, my baby's growth progressed well too.”

Joining my pregnancy support programme means that from trimester one to your postpartum recovery, you’ll feel reassured, informed, and in control.

#5. Personalised Support That Goes Beyond a Meal Plan

You don’t need to do this alone. The truth is, knowing what to do isn’t the hard part. It’s the doing it consistently part.

Beth, 37, said “Our sessions were the perfect mix of me learning and being able to ask questions, and they all felt like really positive counselling sessions!” 

You’re not just given a handout and sent on your way. Working with me means: 

✅ You'll set achievable goals (no overwhelm!) 

✅ You'll get regular check-ins, encouragement, and tweaks to your plan that meet you where you are.

✅ We'll troubleshoot anything that comes up (life happens, after all) 

✅ We'll celebrate progress—beyond the scales 

Whether it’s dealing with food guilt, prepping meals during a busy week, or navigating a tough fertility appointment—I’ll be in your corner.

This is what builds real progress: support, empathy, and accountability.

Bonus: You'll Work With a Fertility and Pregnancy Nutritionist Who Understands This Journey—And Is Invested in Yours

I don’t see you as just another case. I care deeply about your success, and I’m here to help you become the healthiest, most empowered version of yourself—whether you're preparing to conceive, pregnant, or navigating a complex fertility journey.

If you’re ready to stop second-guessing your food choices, feel more in control of your health, and improve your chances of a healthy pregnancy —let’s talk.

I'm based in Warrington, Cheshire and supporting clients across the UK and internationally.

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Dr Katie Psarou

Dr Katie Psarou is a UK registered fertility and pregnancy dietitian who specialises in weight management. She supports you to reach a healthier weight, speed up your fertility journey and achieve a healthier pregnancy with personalised nutrition plans.