You're Not Here for a Generic Handout. And Neither Am I.
You're here to be heard, seen, and supported -
with nutrition care that's grounded in science, shaped by your story,
and designed to nourish what's been missing.
I'm Dr Shy- a PhD trained Food Scientist and Accredited Practising Dietitian with Advanced Training In Pregnancy Nutrition
That's The Care I Promise.
Why Women Choose Dr Shy?
Healthy eating isn’t just smashed avo on sourdough or MORE protein shakes. True nourishment honours your story, your culture, and your real life. Whether it’s dosa, nasi lemak, injera, cassava — or Sunday roast — traditional foods carry generations of wisdom. Too often, they’re dismissed. I see them — and you — differently.
I offer care that’s:
Respectful – no food shame, ever
Empowering – we co-create, not dictate
Culturally grounded– Built around your real life, not someone else’s food rules.
I don’t kale-splain. I listen, learn, and help you build a nourishing plan around your plate.
Who Can Benefit From Working With The Pregnancy Dietitian?
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Women undergoing IVF or fertility treatments seeking expert guidance
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Expecting mothers wanting personalised pregnancy nutrition support
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Expecting mothers newly diagnosed with gestational diabetes
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New mums managing post-baby weight changes with kindness and balance
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Mums who have received generic brochures or advice that feels disconnected from their cultural background
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Patients managing weight regain after bariatric surgery who may benefit from specialised nutrition support beyond their surgical follow-up
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Patients using GLP-1 medications needing tailored dietitian care
Core Nutrition Services
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What To Expect In Your Consult?
Your Nutrition plan is built around YOU- Not pulled from a Template
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Your Deep Dive Initial Consult
Whether it is fertility, Pregnancy or weight loss nutrition, we begin with a 60-90 minute session designed to explore more than just your food.
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Nourish to Add™ Blueprint
After your initial session, Dr Shy will create a personalised Nourish to Add™ nutrition plan tailored to your phase of life and unique needs. We will explore and activate the plan together in your follow up. This approach ensures the advise is thoughtful, evidence based and never rushed.
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The Follow Up Consults You Deserve
We check in regularly 30 or 60 min. adjusted as needed.
Whether you are going through a new IVF cycle, entering the next trimester or navigating weight regain - you have us in your corner with food, mindset and habit coaching that grows with you.
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Introducing Dr Shy's Nourish to Add™ Method
In a World that tells women to eat less, I teach them to add what truly matters.
Nourish to Add™ is my gentle yet powerful method designed for women navigating fertility, pregnancy, postpartum weight loss and medical weight loss. Instead of telling you what to cut out- I show you what to add.
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Add Nutrition & Habits That Matter
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Add Confidence to Your Choices
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Add Kindness to Your Body
Because nourishing your body should feel empowering- not punishing.
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Meet Dr Shy PhD APD
Certified Prenatal Dietitian | Accredited Practising Dietitian | PhD in Food Science & Technology (The University of New South Wales, Sydney)
Hi, I’m Dr. Shy — an Indian-origin, PhD-trained Australian Food Scientist & Accredited Practising Dietitian with Advanced Training in Pregnancy Nutrition. With 15+ years in Nutrition research, Food Industry and media — I help women feel confident and supported through life's big transitions from IVF & fertility to pregnancy, and gestational diabetes, and post bariatric journeys powered by my signature Nourish to Add™ Method
Media & Press Highlights
From breaking down food myths on 25+ TV segments (National broadcast) to contributing expert commentary to global print publications, Dr Shy brings clarity, credibility, and evidence-based nutrition to the public conversation on health and wellness.
14 Superfoods To Consider Adding To Your Diet, According To Experts
“If you are new to legumes, start small and gradually increase your intake over weeks to ease any gut discomfort, as bloating can sometimes be a problem,” advises Shyamala Vishnumohan, Ph.D., food scientist and certified prenatal dietitian based in Perth, Australia
Removing one amino acid from the diet sparks dramatic 30% weight loss in one week - could it work for humans?
Dr Shy Vishnumohan, a food scientist and dietitian, told GB News that cutting out cysteine would be "like turning off the power in a whole building" for humans, requiring "highly formulated lab-made" supplements that are "neither practical nor safe."
Can You Take Prenatal Vitamins If You're Not Pregnant?
Taking prenatal vitamins is a very nuanced decision, says Vishnumohan. “So many people are now going into pregnancies with nutrient deficiencies and coming out of pregnancy more nutrient-depleted"
Methylfolate vs folic acid: What's the difference – and does it matter for your pregnancy?
Folic acid is the synthetic – or lab-made – version of folate, meaning it isn't found naturally in food, but can be added to certain fortified foods like cereal, as well as to supplements, explains Shy Vishnumohan, Ph.D., a certified prenatal dietitian, folate researcher, and the founder of The Pregnancy Dietician.
Collaboration
Perth Maternity is a collaborative maternity service aimed at providing you with accessible, personalised care close to home. Endorsed midwives offer Bulk Billed appointments within community based clinics where you will have direct access to a GP Obstetrician within the service.
