Pregnancy
Navigating pregnancy nutrition can be challenging, and there’s an overload of information out there that is not all evidence-based or tailored for your specific needs, and whilst every mumma wants the best for your baby, did you know that what you eat during pregnancy can impact your baby’s genetic programming to determine your baby’s future immunity, health risks and learning abilities?
PREGNANCY NUTRITION
If you're pregnant...
and you’ve been experiencing nausea for more than 4 hours per day, exhausted and needing a to go to bed earlier or confused about which foods are safe to eat during pregnancy, then we know that you’re doing at least one of the following:
- Replacing at least one meal per day with dry crackers
- Ordering in at least once per week
- Spending more than 3 hours each week searching what to eat online
Are we right? Are you doing at least one of those things?
Navigating pregnancy nutrition can be challenging, and there’s an overload of information out there that is not all evidence-based or tailored for your specific needs, and whilst every mumma wants the best for your baby, did you know that what you eat during pregnancy can impact your baby’s genetic programming to determine your baby’s future immunity, health risks and learning abilities?
If this is you, don’t worry, we’ve helped over 1200 mummas-to-be just like you achieve a healthier pregnancy journey and give their growing babies the best start in life. With over 40 years of experience, our team of expert prenatal dietitians at Nutrition Plus is here to guide you through every step of your pregnancy with The Nutrition Addition Method.
NUTRITION PLUS SPECIALISTS
The Nutrition Addition Method
The Nutrition Addition Method, provides targeted nutrition solutions for individuals and couples from the preconception stage through pregnancy, postpartum, and the toddler years. Through this method, our expert dietitians use:
- Precision Problem Solving
- Change Catalysts
- Intelligent Implementations
We believe in empowering women like you to have a smooth and healthy pregnancy, ensuring the best possible start for your baby’s lifetime health. Let us be your trusted partner in this incredible journey of bringing a new life into the world. Together, let’s build a healthier and happier future for you and your little one.
Take the first step toward a healthier future for you and your baby.
Book an Appointment with Our Prenatal Dietitian Today!
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Frequently Asked Questions
All you need to know about Nutrition Plus: from our convenient location and flexible hours to healthcare rebates.
Start your journey with a Nutrition Assessment.
This is where your personal nutrition journey begins. Your accredited practising dietitian will identify and calculate what your individual requirements are, in order that your unique needs are met in all the advice that you are provided.
We use our propriety ‘Nutrition Addition Method’ which incorporates precision problem solving, change catalysts and intelligent implementation to provide accelerated results, reduced healthcare expenses and enhanced health and well-being. In this consultation we will assess your medical history, lifestyle, goals and of course, diet. A personalised meal plan may also be set up to help you fast-track your results!
As opposed to a quick band-aid fix, we pride ourselves in the detail and quality of service we offer you. Conducting professional and thorough investigations, to ensure we focus on the root causes and achieve long term sustainable results.
To book your Nutrition Assessment, contact us on 1300 438 550 or make a booking online.
You can also send us an email (reception@nutritionplus.com.au) and Sarah, our practice manager, will advise you which dietitian will best suit your needs.
We use our propriety ‘Nutrition Addition Method’ which incorporates precision problem solving, change catalysts and intelligent implementation to provide accelerated results, reduced healthcare expenses and enhanced health and well-being. In this consultation we will assess your medical history, lifestyle, goals and of course, diet. A personalised meal plan may also be set up to help you fast-track your results!
We usually undertake:
- a review of your medical conditions,
- a review of your biochemistry (blood tests),
- a review your medications and supplements,
- a body composition analysis,
- comprehensive dietary assessment,
- a lifestyle assessment,
- an assessment of your goals, and
- your individually-tailored program plan
Please bring any medications, nutritional supplements or blood test results that you have to this appointment. We will also send a copy of this report to all of your doctors, so that they are aware of our treatment plans, so please bring their contact details to the appointment with you.
It is also beneficial if you can record what you eat each day for a few days before your consultation.
For your convenience your dietitians are available Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, for both telehealth and in-person appointments. To request an evening appointment please call us on 1300 438 550.
Please note that prices may vary from dietitian to dietitian, so please confirm the cost of your consultation before your appointment.
Accredited Practising Dietitian – 60 minutes – $250
Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian – 60 minutes – $460
Subsequent consultations are usually shorter, and consequently cheaper.
As you will be seeing qualified Accredited Practising Dietitians, if you have private health insurance, DVA or a Care Plan from your GP you may be eligible for a rebate.
Rebates from your private health insurance are at the rate set by your insurance company.
Rebates from Medicare are approximately $52 per visit for up to 5 visits per year, depending upon how many visits your GP has allocated.
Please note that prices may vary from dietitian to dietitian, so please confirm the cost of your consultation before your appointment.
We are conveniently located a 2 minute walk from St Kilda Road Trams, have paid parking available in the building and on the surrounding streets.
