FERTILITY BANT REGISTERED NUTRITIONIST®
Helping women and couples Conceive with Confidence®

HELLO and WELCOME, I'M JEN

A BANT Registered Nutritionist® Specialising in PCOS, Fertility, IVF, Prenatal and Pregnancy Nutrition.

Do you have PCOS or other signs of hormone imbalances, which you are concerned may impact your chances to conceive? Would you like to get pregnant with PCOS? Are you and your partner struggling to conceive and feel confused and lost about what your next steps should be? Have you had failed rounds of IVF, which you hadn't bargained for? Have you experienced the devastating affects of miscarriage or loss? Are you pregnant and worried that symptoms may be getting in the way of eating healthily? If you have answered YES to any of these questions then you are in the right place. I have supported women and couples into the hundreds, just like YOU on their fertility and pregnancy journey's, whether that be through natural conception or IVF.

When it comes to IVF, as a fertility nutrition specialist, I am extremely passionate in supporting my clients through the process, ensuring they are fully informed into making the best decisions possible for them. I am there with you every step of the process, tailoring my support to individual needs using a functional, evidence-based, personalised approach to nutrition that incorporates lifestyle factors.

Last weekend we went to Norfolk, and it brought back memories of our TWW back in 2021.

During the TWW we wanted to take our minds off of test day so we headed to Norfolk and visited Holkham Beach for the first time.

Fast forward 3 years and to be able to share this special place with our son who loves it as much as we do makes me feel incredibly grateful for the IVF process and the journey that brought us our son.

I told him he’d been here before many times, even when he was a pea in mummy’s tummy 🥹

I’ll never forget our IVF journey and I don’t want to - because it shaped our path in so many ways. Let me know what you’ll never forget below ⬇️

And if you’re still waiting for that BFP, hang on in there lovelies, you got this 💙

Jen Xx

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As a Fertility Nutritionist, here are 10 things I buy every week in the supermarket to support my hormones & fertility

🌱 Organic leaves – Rich in folate, vitamin K, and antioxidants, organic leafy greens support hormone balance & healthy ovulation while avoiding pesticide exposure.

🥦 Organic broccoli – High in fibre, vitamin C, and calcium, broccoli supports liver detoxification of excess oestrogen, promoting egg health.

🥩 Grass-fed meat – A great source of bioavailable iron, B12, and zinc, essential for ovulation, endometrial health, and overall fertility.

🐟 Tinned oily fish – Packed with omega-3 fatty acids (DHA & EPA), oily fish reduce inflammation and support hormone production, uterine lining & sperm health.

🥜 Mixed nuts – Rich in selenium, vitamin E, and healthy fats, nuts help protect eggs/sperm from oxidative stress and support hormonal function.

🫐 Organic frozen berries – High in antioxidants like anthocyanins and vitamin C, they help protect reproductive cells from oxidative damage.

🐄 Full fat Greek yoghurt – Offers calcium, protein, and probiotics, which support hormone regulation and gut health, key to fertility.

🥛 Seed-oil free plant milks – If you prefer a plant milk or are lactose free like me, @plenishdrinks is my preference. Free from inflammatory omega-6 fats, these support hormonal harmony without disrupting essential fatty acid balance.

🥞Ground almonds – A natural source of vitamin E, magnesium, and plant-based protein to support endometrial thickness and improve semen parameters. I love to use this as a flour alternative to pancakes.

☕️ Herbal teas – Herbal teas like tulsi or nettle nourish the reproductive system, offering gentle hormonal support and stress reduction.

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Our grandma’s had a lot right when it came to fertility versus today when we have SO MUCH to contend with. From plastics, pesticides, blue light exposure, always being ‘on’, not to mention the food we consume today is not what it used to be due to over farming and processing - its not easy for us!

However, I want to lean into how our grandma’s may have done things as we can adopt some of these practices whilst being mindful of our exposure to toxins.

Here are some of my fertility tips with grandma in mind:

- Have some boundaries around phone use such as not picking your phone up until 8am in the morning and no scrolling after 8pm.

- Avoid UPF by cooking more from scratch. This is much cheaper and better for you/your fertility! Focus on the 80:20 approach.

- Count colours not calories. Calorie restriction is an outdated notion and not one that supports fertility. Our grandma’s grew up in an era before low fat and diet culture and I’m sure she ate intuitively too!

- One thing we know Grandma didn’t do was over exercise. Mine loved walking, yoga and cycling on her bike - all low intensity workouts great whilst TTC. Add in a couple of weight bearing workouts per week and you’ll be truly supporting your hormones & fertility.

- Rest is just as essential as movement when TTC. Schedule in some down time on the weekends and aim for 8 hours sleep per night.

- Reduce exposure to pesticides by aiming to buy Organic produce from the dirty dozen list. The worst offenders tend to be things that grow above ground - berries, leaves, tomatoes, grains.

- Ditch the reliance on sugar by increasing protein intake and if you do snack, choosing nuts are a better option as they won’t spike blood sugars.

- Avoid seed oils, particularly when cooking in oils. They tend to oxidise quickly and are high in omega 6 which is pro-inflammatory if we consume too much.

- Avoid bottled water by buying a glass or metal water bottle and refill this on the go.

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I’m thrilled to announce that I’m collaborating with the wonderful @dr.peeva at BLISS Chelsea Clinic for Women & Children as their resident in-house Nutritionist.

Dr Gergana Peeva is a Consultant Obstetrician and an accredited specialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine with over 15 years of international clinical experience.

I will be offering my services within BLISS, supporting their patients throughout pregnancy and beyond 🤍

Dr Peeva firmly believes in a safe and evidence-based, patient centred care, which is tailored to the needs and expectations of every mother-to-be, promoting a positive and unforgettable experience throughout the whole pregnancy.

At BLISS, we provide expert, personalised care with a holistic approach. Positioned between private and public healthcare, we deliver an unparalleled blend of world-class, accessible healthcare.

With this, I’d like to share our Pregnancy Start Package which is specially designed for women in the earliest weeks or pregnancy (7-8 weeks) because we believe the first trimester of pregnancy is just as important as every stage that follows.

We offer a holistic and supportive approach that allows you to care for your body, bond with your baby, and feel truly seen as a mother-to-be, right from the very start.

#blisschelsea #drpeeva #pregnancysupport #pregnancynutrition #holisticcare #pregnancynutritionist

@mirafertility is a fantastic tool for those with PCOS or irregular cycles as it’s 6 times more accurate than calendar based methods.

It helps you understand and track your cycle, tracking ovulation PLUS all four key fertility & cycle hormones - LH, oestrogen, progesterone & FSH.

This is why @mirafertility helps so many women with PCOS conceive in under 5 cycles. In fact, this tool supports 2’500 pregnancies per cycle!

If you have PCOS and are trying to get pregnant shop @mirafertility , using code JENNIFER for 20% OFF - the link is in my bio ⬆️

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RECIPES ⬇️

EGG, CHEESE & SPINACH MUFFINS – 6 servings (12 large muffins)

9 Eggs (whisked)
175g Cottage Cheese
55g Feta Cheese (crumbled)
90g Baby Spinach (chopped)
3 stalks Spring Onion (chopped)
½ tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)

METHOD
Preheat the oven to 175ºC (fan) and prep your muffin tray. Mix all of the ingredients together. Pour the mixture evenly into the muffin cups. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and firm in the centre. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

ZA’TAR CHICKEN & QUINOA SALAD BOWLS – 6 servings

Chicken:
600g Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless)
2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 Lemon Juiced
½ tbsp Za’atar

Quinoa:
1 cup (200g) Quinoa (dry, rinsed)
1 Carton @frejafoods bone broth (500ml)

Salad:
50g Feta Cheese (crumbled)
1/2 Cucumber (large, diced)
300g Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
100g Pickled Red Onion
100g Pitted Kalamata Olives (halved)
Handful of Chopped Flat Leaf Parsley

Dressing:
2 tbsp olive oil
1 Lemon Juiced
1/2 tbsp Za’atar

METHOD
Marinate the chicken in the fridge for at least 30 minutes in the oil, lemon juice, and Za’atar. Cook the quinoa in the bone broth (allow to boil and turn down to a low-medium heat with the lid on). Meanwhile, preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the chicken for eight to 10 minutes per side, or until cooked through. Let rest for five minutes before slicing into bite-sized slices. Add the dressing ingredients together and mix well (I use a jam jar). Add the cooked quinoa, chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, pickled onions, feta, parsley, and olives evenly into bowls. Serve & enjoy!

NUT & DARK CHOCOLATE POTS
125g Mixed Raw Nuts
50g Dark Chocolate

Divide across 5 pots ready to pop in your work bag daily.

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"I came to Jen after being unable to get pregnant for over a year. I wanted to know how I could improve my chances of conceiving with changes to my diet. I was also suffering with bad bloating and very irregular periods. Working with Jen I managed to pretty much eliminate my bloating and have a regular cycle. I have also just found out I am pregnant. Jen also worked with my husband and I definitely feel this benefited us. We cannot thank Jen enough and would 100% recommend her."

Ellie, 33

1 in 7

couples in the UK have difficulty conceiving

The number rises to 1 in 6 globally. Despite fertility struggles being such a widespread issue, there is a huge gap in the support available to many couples. Whilst the GP is usually involved in the initial stages (as they should be) for testing and appropriate referrals, the next step for many is often IVF. Yet this is, in many cases a huge leap ahead, without getting to the root cause of what is going on for them. Fertility nutrition aims to bridge this gap, supporting couples to get the right initial testing via their GP's, to explore relevant tests that may shed light on what might be driving their fertility struggles and to optimise their nutrition, lifestyle and mindset ahead of pregnancy. My goal is to support you to get to the root cause of what is reducing your chances for success.

1 in 4

pregnancies end in loss

Whilst conventional miscarriage investigations will not be offered until 3 losses, my goal as a fertility nutritionist is to reduce your risk factors for a future loss. For anyone that has experienced the heartbreak of baby loss, you may feel helpless and unclear on what your driving factors are - this is not good enough in my opinion. My goal is to leave no stone unturned, to get to the root cause of what may have increased your risk, to support you to re-build and nourish yourself after loss and prepare for a healthy pregnancy and baby in the coming months.

50% lower

sperm counts in the last 50 years

Plus lower rates of concentration and motility - both critical factors for fertility. Research indicates that average sperm counts have dropped from 99 million/ml in the 1970s to roughly 47 million/ml by 2018. These rates indicate a nearly 1% annual decline in sperm count over the last two decades, underscoring an accelerating trend in recent years. This downward trend is attributed to environmental, lifestyle, and dietary factors. This is where fertility nutrition comes in. We cover nutrition, lifestyle and mindset within my couples packages and group programme to address these factors. Another piece of the male factor puzzle is testing, which is often not offered by IVF clinics as standard. Through appropriate testing and referrals we seek to improve both semen parameters and quality.