8 Reasons to See a Nutritionist, Dietitian Who Specializes in Fertility and Prenatal Nutrition:

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There are many reasons to see a Dietitian Nutritionist, especially for fertility. They provide compassionate care and help you meet your goals at your pace. Here are eight reasons to consider their services:

1. You suspect or notice that your period is light, goes away, is short or long (<3 or >7 days), or your cycle is short or infrequent (<24 or >35 days).

2. Your period is heavy, very painful, and/or you experience acne and spotting before, during, or after your period.

3. You're ready to try to conceive, your relationship with food is difficult, or your weight has fluctuated significantly during your life.

4. You’re having difficulty trying to conceive, and you’re wondering if nutrition can help.

5. You’ve had infertility and/or miscarriages but have not been able to find the cause or solutions.

6. You have infrequent or excessive bowel movements and you're trying to conceive.

7. You still want a baby but you’re not sure if you want to try assisted reproductive technology yet (IVF, IUI, ART). Or you are starting one of these therapies and want to learn how nutrition can improve outcomes.

8. You’re pregnant and wondering if your vitamins need to change. You want to be empowered to have a smooth pregnancy with information led by research and help managing common pregnancy side effects such as constipation, nausea, vomiting, hunger, and taste changes.

Fertility nutritionists and dietitians can work side by side with you to assess the research and apply it to your unique situation. They can help you find new ways to move forward.

If any of these reasons resonate with you, Fertility Nutrition may be the therapy you’re looking for. It might be just the thing to empower you on your path to a healthy baby.

-Mindy J Vanberkel MS RD LDN, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist