Fertility Dietitian Perth | IVF & Preconception Nutrition Support
Evidence-based nutrition support for preconception and IVF — without fertility food rules, unnecessary supplements or promises the science can’t make.
If you’re trying to conceive or preparing for IVF, you’ve probably already encountered a long list of things you’re supposedly meant to eat, avoid or supplement.
Some of that advice matters. Some of it matters only in certain situations. And some of it is simply not worth worrying about.
That’s where I can help.
As a fertility dietitian in Perth, I work with women and couples to identify the nutrition issues that are actually relevant to their health, fertility treatment and pregnancy preparation.
Face-to-face in Perth or via telehealth across Australia.
Who I Help
You may benefit from fertility nutrition support if:
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you are preparing for pregnancy or IVF
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you have PCOS, insulin resistance or irregular cycles
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you are unsure whether your supplements are appropriate
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you follow a vegetarian, vegan or restricted diet
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you would like support with partner nutrition and sperm health
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you are planning pregnancy after GLP-1 medication or bariatric surgery
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you simply want to know whether your current diet is covering what it needs to
There is no single fertility diet.
Instead, we look at the parts of your nutrition that are most relevant to you — your usual eating pattern, blood results, supplements, medical history, fertility treatment and lifestyle.
That may include:
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folate, iodine, iron, vitamin D, omega-3 and other nutrients where relevant
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meal adequacy and protein
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supplements and unnecessary duplication
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PCOS and metabolic health
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vegetarian or restricted diets
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gastrointestinal symptoms
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partner nutrition
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preparation for pregnancy
The aim is not to optimise every mouthful. It is to identify the few things that are actually worth your attention.
What We Focus On Together
IVF Nutrition Support
IVF already involves enough decisions. Food does not need to become another complicated protocol.
I can help you review nutrition before egg retrieval or embryo transfer, make sense of supplements, manage treatment-related changes in appetite or digestion, and make sure your overall intake remains adequate through treatment.
There is no food or supplement that can guarantee an IVF outcome.
But there are nutritional gaps, symptoms and practical problems that are worth identifying and addressing so we stack the deck in your favour.
Preconception Nutrition: Your 3- Month Window Before Pregnancy or IVF
Fertility nutrition is not about a last-minute “perfect diet.”
It is often most useful in the three months before conception, egg retrieval or embryo transfer, when there is time to strengthen routines, improve nutritional adequacy, and create a clearer plan.
That does not mean you need to overhaul your life overnight.
It means this can be a powerful window to get support, reduce confusion, and feel more confident that your nutrition is working with you — not against you.
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From Fertility to Pregnancy
If you conceive, your nutrition care can continue with you into pregnancy rather than starting again from scratch.
We can adjust your nutrition, supplements and food strategies as your needs change — including nausea, blood results, food safety and changing nutrient requirements.
Fertility Nutrition FAQs
When should I see a fertility dietitian before IVF?
You do not need to wait until treatment starts. Many people find it useful to review their nutrition in the months before IVF so there is time to assess their usual eating pattern, supplements, blood results and any individual concerns without trying to change everything at the last minute.
What does a fertility dietitian actually assess?
Your assessment may include your usual food intake, meal pattern, medical and fertility history, blood results, supplements, medications, dietary restrictions, PCOS or metabolic concerns, gastrointestinal symptoms and the practical realities of your lifestyle. The aim is to work out what deserves attention for you rather than giving you a generic fertility food list.
What should I be eating during IVF?
There is no single “IVF diet.” What matters is whether your usual eating pattern is nutritionally adequate and appropriate for your individual health and treatment.
We can look at the areas most relevant to you rather than adding another list of fertility food rules.
Do I need fertility supplements?
Possibly — but more is not necessarily better.
Prenatal products, individual nutrients and fertility supplements can overlap surprisingly quickly. I can help you work out what you are getting from food and supplements, where there may be gaps, and what should be discussed with your doctor or fertility team.
Can you help with PCOS and fertility?
Yes. Where PCOS or insulin resistance are part of your fertility picture, we can work on nutrition and metabolic health without unnecessarily eliminating carbohydrates or putting you on a highly restrictive “fertility diet.
Do you support pregnancy after GLP-1 medication?
Yes. If you are transitioning from GLP-1 treatment towards pregnancy or IVF, we can review nutritional adequacy, protein, micronutrients, appetite and supplements.
Medication timing should remain a discussion with your prescribing doctor or fertility specialist.
Can my partner attend?
Absolutely. Fertility is not solely a female nutrition issue. Where appropriate, your partner can be included and nutrition relevant to sperm health and overall preconception health can also be discussed.
Meet Dr Shy
Dr Shy provides evidence-based fertility and IVF nutrition support from Aubin Grove, Perth, with telehealth available across Australia.
Whether you are trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF, navigating PCOS, or simply wanting more confidence around food and supplements, support is designed to feel practical, calm and tailored to real life.
Make the most of your 3-month window