​​In my early 30s, while working full-time, I began preparing for my first baby.
At the time, I didn’t fully understand how important it was to prepare my body nutritionally — not just to conceive, but to support a healthy pregnancy and give my baby the best possible start in life.

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I developed preeclampsia, and my son was born prematurely. It was a difficult and emotional time.

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Later, when I hoped for a second child, I was told I needed to be in a healthier body before trying again.

But aside from knowing I needed to “lose weight,” I didn’t know what that actually meant — or where to go for help.

That second baby never came. And to this day, I wonder how different things might have been if I’d had the right support.

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Before becoming a dietitian, I earned an MBA and worked in finance and business. 

Over time, I felt a strong pull to do something more meaningful. ​That led me to an interest in nutrition with a deep desire to understand the science of food and health. I wanted to support my own wellbeing and that of my family, and also build a fulfilling career helping others take control of their health through evidence-based nutrition.

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​​My own pregnancy journey gave me the drive to learn the science of fertility nutrition, to take ownership of my own health, and to help other women do the same — especially those preparing for pregnancy, navigating fertility challenges, or managing complex women’s health conditions like PCOS or endometriosis.

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I returned to study for six years and I’m now an Accredited Practising Dietitian, registered with Dietitians Australia.