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Nutrition Therapy for Fertility

Become a specialised Fertility Dietitian with this evidence-based,  CPD-accredited, 8 week training course

  • Help couples move from fertility overwhelm to clear, evidence-based action - at a time when every decision feels high-stakes

  • Grow a practice filled with motivated fertility clients who value specialist care and are prepared to invest in it

  • Develop the clinical confidence and depth to practise as a fertility dietitian with clarity, purpose and professional satisfaction.

 

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Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Wondering how you are making a difference as a dietitian?

 

Are you frustrated seeing clients with chronic diseases who are unmotivated and cancel their appointments at the last minute?

 
Are you wondering whether you're really making a difference as a dietitian?

 

If you’re like most dietitians in private practice, the clients referred to see you are unmotivated. This means high rates of clients rescheduling and cancelling consultation bookings, which is challenging for your business’s bottom line. 

Over 150 million couples try to conceive each year. 1 in 6 couples will struggle with fertility. You can make a difference!

Furthermore, research suggests that what a couple eats during the lead up to conception, during pregnancy and the first foods given to an infant (known as the 'First 1,000 Days') can impact a baby's future risk of allergies, mental health, risk of chronic diseases (such as diabetes), weight, brain development, problem solving abilities, immunity and taste preferences.

Working with parents-to-be to change the genetic programming for the next generation is one of the most important differences a dietitian can make.

This 8-week program distils the experience of mentoring hundreds of dietitians into practical and actionable modules to prepare you to provide life-changing consultations to future parents.

Imagine a waiting list of clients desperate for your help, armed with the tools and insights to be able to give couples the gift of a healthy newborn baby...

The best part of being a Fertility Dietitian is the feeling when a client thanks you for helping them to conceive. It’s one of the best feelings in the world, knowing that YOU made the difference to helping them make their dreams of having a family come true.

But, there’s another benefit for dietitians in private practice... motivated clients.

 Clients who are trying to conceive are racing against their biological clock, so are self-motivated to get results.

They just need an expert Fertility Dietitian to show them how! 

 
"My consults are a lot more tailored"
"I now niche in fertility"
 

Is Nutrition Therapy for Fertility (NTFF) the right course for you? 

  • You’re interested in learning or expanding your knowledge in fertility nutrition

  • You want an interactive learning experience with case studies and opportunities for discussion—not just passive listening

  • You want practical strategies to integrate fertility nutrition into your practice, whether you're just starting or looking to refine your approach

  • You want to attract highly motivated clients who are ready to take action

  • You want to build and grow a thriving practice with a strong focus on fertility nutrition

  • You want to be part of a supportive cohort of like-minded dietitians, learning and growing together—not just another course you go through alone.

  • You want to build confidence and credibility as a trusted expert in fertility nutrition

What You Will Learn

The program synthesises the latest findings from the scientific literature to give you an in depth understanding of how nutrition impacts genetic programming, reproductive conditions and infertility. 

What Nutrition Therapy for Fertility Course Attendees Receive

  • 8 comprehensive education modules
    To provide you with an in-depth understanding of how nutrition therapy impacts fertility. These modules are available to in a combination of video, audible and written formats so that you can consume the material in the method that best suits your learning style.
  • Weekly live discussion sessions
    Every week you’ll have access to experts in a live video session to enable you to ask questions and build upon the theory.
  • Interactive activities such as case studies & panel discussions
    To help reinforce key messages and translate theory into practice.
  • Test your knowledge assessments
    To help you consolidate your learnings.
  • Listing on the Early Life Nutrition Alliance website healthcare professional directory
    To enable you to be found by clients looking for healthcare professionals with skills in this area.
  • Confidence to provide couples trying to conceive with impactful dietetic consultations
    Best of all, you’ll leave this program knowing that you are truly changing the lives of your clients.
  • Earn Professional Development Points
    By completing this program you will be eligible to claim professional development points (24-30 hours depending on your association).

Meet Your Course Mentor(s)

This course is led by expert dietitians with specialist experience in fertility nutrition. Our hosts combine evidence-based practice with real-world clinical insight to deliver practical, compassionate guidance you can confidently apply in practice.

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Melanie McGrice

Accredited Practising Dietitian | Fertility Nutrition Educator & Clinical Leader

Melanie McGrice is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with over 20 years of experience in fertility nutrition, working across clinical practice, education, and professional leadership.

She is the President of Early Life Nutrition Alliance and the original creator of Nutrition Therapy for Fertility, with a strong focus on advancing evidence-based fertility nutrition and upskilling dietitians in this specialist area.

Melanie was awarded Australian Dietitian of the Year in 2018 and brings extensive experience translating research into structured education programs that support dietitians to deliver confident, evidence-aligned fertility care.

Kelly Mak

Accredited Practising Dietitian | Fertility & Preconception Nutrition

Kelly Mak is an Accredited Practising Dietitian specialising in fertility and preconception nutrition, with a clinical focus on diabetes and metabolic conditions impacting reproductive outcomes.

Her work centres on the application of evidence-based nutrition strategies to optimise egg and sperm quality, with a strong emphasis on translating research into clinically practical frameworks that can be applied in dietetic practice.

Kelly is the founder of First Year Nutrition and brings hands-on experience supporting dietitians to integrate fertility nutrition confidently into client care, bridging the gap between emerging evidence and real-world consult delivery.

 
 

Annie Tsang

Accredited Practising Dietitian | Prenatal, Mental Health & Hormonal Nutrition

Annie Tsang is an Accredited Practising Dietitian with extensive clinical experience across prenatal nutrition, mental health, disordered eating, gut health, and hormonal health.

Her clinical work focuses on managing complex presentations where fertility, mental health, and nutrition intersect, supporting dietitians to apply evidence-based care while navigating behavioural, emotional, and physiological considerations.

Annie is the founder and director of Nutrition Well and brings a practitioner-focused perspective to mentoring dietitians, with a strong emphasis on clinical reasoning, scope-appropriate care, and sustainable practice frameworks.

 

Anita Beckwith

Specialist Diabetes Dietitian & Nutritionist | Preconception & Fertility Care

Anita Beckwith is a Specialist Diabetes Dietitian and Nutritionist with over 25 years of clinical experience supporting individuals with type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic conditions through preconception and fertility care.

Her expertise lies in integrating rigorous nutrition science with behaviour change strategies and clinical technologies to support measurable outcomes in complex, real-world settings.

Anita brings deep clinical credibility and a pragmatic, outcomes-driven approach to mentoring dietitians, helping translate best-practice diabetes management into effective fertility-focused nutrition care.

 

Dietitian Success Stories

 Watch the videos below to learn how these dietitians transformed their practices after completing the Nutrition Therapy for Fertility program...

 

“Hands down, one of the best programs I've done in quite a while...”

Jessica Freese

 
 

“Why is nobody talking about this?!”

Kristie Trembulak

 “The modules helped me to accept that what I do is valuable… and that if I want to transition into private practice, then I’ve got to learn to charge for what I do.”

Eulalee Green

 
 

"The conversation is so engaging, and being with like-minded people is unique and super interesting..."

Lorena Akerman

“I just had a call with my first client this evening… it was really great to be able to refer to all of the different resources that we’ve received and quickly check back on things to cross-reference.”

Ciara Hogan

 
 

“This has ignited a fire in my belly, to share this information and make sure that anyone else going through the same process has the information and the tools to make good choices when it comes to their nutrition and health outcomes for their kids."

- Kristin Fitzell

"It's also heart-warming to see how encouraging everybody has been. Without that I don't think I would have taken any steps!"

- Wei Lin Q

 
 

“This course has really been a sense of clarity and confidence around what a fertility dietitian is... and what we can do and how to market ourselves. And so this course has been incredibly helpful for that."

- Lauren Kline

“Hands down, one of the best programs I've done in quite a while...”

Jessica Freese

 

“Why is nobody talking about this?!”

Kristie Trembulak

 

 “The modules helped me to accept that what I do is valuable… and that if I want to transition into private practice, then I’ve got to learn to charge for what I do.”

Eulalee Green

 

"The conversation is so engaging, and being with like-minded people is unique and super interesting..."

Lorena Akerman

 

“I just had a call with my first client this evening… it was really great to be able to refer to all of the different resources that we’ve received and quickly check back on things to cross-reference.”

Ciara Hogan

 

“This has ignited a fire in my belly, to share this information and make sure that anyone else going through the same process has the information and the tools to make good choices when it comes to their nutrition and health outcomes for their kids."

- Kristin Fitzell

 

"It's also heart-warming to see how encouraging everybody has been. Without that I don't think I would have taken any steps!"

- Wei Lin Q

 

“This course has really been a sense of clarity and confidence around what a fertility dietitian is... and what we can do and how to market ourselves. And so this course has been incredibly helpful for that."

- Lauren Kline

 

Plus, because we want to do everything we can to help you give the best possible consultations to your parents-to-be, we’re including these bonuses!

Valued at over $2,000 USD!!!

Be ready to start charging for fertility nutrition consultations by the end of this program with the help of weekly fertility nutrition mentoring sessions with our experienced coaches. With a variety of sessions available at different timezones each week, join the session that best suits you

This comprehensive guide addresses over 50 fertility nutrition questions, providing you with an invaluable go-to reference. Say goodbye to the challenge of retaining course information; our handbook ensures you always have essential details at your fingertips.

Gain confidence in fertility private practice with an exclusive look behind the scenes! This recorded Nutrition Assessment with a fertility client offers practical insights on structuring appointments and bridges the gap between theory and practice, ensuring you navigate consultations with ease.

Accelerate your impact with 20+ professionally crafted fertility factsheets, saving you 14+ hours of work. We want you to get out there and make a difference with fertility clients immediately.

Be confident that you are optimising your client’s fertility nutrition with our easy checklist. This resource has all the key considerations and dietary requirements for optimising fertility in the one spot and in an easy-to-read format.

Many clients undertaking IVF will be on a list of supplements as long as your arm. Our toolkit will walk you through the evidence so that you can prescribe the right supplements to the right clients.

Melanie's 100% Money-Back Guarantee

“I passionately believe that dietitians can optimise genetic programming to improve the health of the next generation. 

My goal is to create a culture whereby every couple sees a dietitian when they are trying to conceive, but I can’t do this alone.


We need passionate dietitians worldwide who are driven to care for women and couples trying to conceive and motivated to upskill to specialise in this unique area of practice. With this in mind, I am personally committed to providing extraordinary training that helps you confidently transform the lives of couples trying to conceive."

If you are not completely blown away by the content and experience inside Nutrition Therapy for Fertility simply reach out to our team by emailing us at info@earlylifenutritionalliance.com for a full refund.

- Melanie McGrice, Fertility Dietitian and Host of Nutrition Therapy for Fertility

Last Year's Impact

As part of our commitment to extending the first 1000 days beyond borders, enrolments in our Nutrition Therapy programs last year helped support 42 mothers and their babies in Gihon, on Nias Island in Indonesia, through maternal and infant nutrition and health initiatives delivered in partnership with Compassion International.

Nias Island was significantly impacted by a tsunami, and the effects continue to be felt - particularly by pregnant women, new mothers, and infants. Through this collective support, mothers were able to access essential care during pregnancy and early infancy, including nutrition support, growth monitoring, and early health checks during this critical window of development.

In 2025, registrations from more than 150 dietitians in Nutrition Therapy for Fertility enabled this collective impact.

This year, enrolments in Nutrition Therapy for Fertility will support mothers and babies in the Philippines - continuing our shared commitment to maternal and infant health where it’s needed most.

        

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  • 8 Comprehensive Fertility Nutrition Modules – covering essential knowledge and practical applications
  • Dedicated Business Module – learn how to attract clients and grow a thriving fertility nutrition practice
  • Weekly Live Expert Discussion Sessions – interactive Q&A and deep dives into key topics
  • Engaging Case Studies – apply your learning to real-world client scenarios
  • Assessments to Reinforce Learning – track your progress and build confidence
  • Exclusive Listing on the ELNA Website Directory – enhance your visibility and attract clients
  •  Community Hub for Support & Questions – connect with peers and mentors in a collaborative space
  • Access to Expert Coaches – get guidance and feedback to support your learning and practice growth
  • Earn Professional Development Points – gain recognition for your learning

Includes over $2000 of bonus materials:

  • Time-saving fertility factsheets
  • Fertility nutrition handbook with references
  • Behind-the-scenes Nutrition Assessment
  • Fertility Nutrition checklists
  • Supplement toolkits
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Coaches

What 'Nutrition Therapy for Fertility' course Alumni are saying online

Still unsure if this course is for you? Imagine the alternative.

Fertility nutrition is not static. Evidence evolves. Client expectations grow.

Without dedicated training, it’s easy to stay within your comfort zone - even when you want to do more.

This course is designed to support dietitians to step confidently into fertility practice with evidence-based tools, clinical reasoning, and clarity.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

"Not knowing a lot about fertility nutrition before taking the course and seeing what a huge impact we can actually have on fertility outcomes for women and the future health of their child.”

- Natalie Carroll, USA 🇺🇸

Vanessa McMinn, Ireland

"I've been completely blown away at just how much impact and the diversity of the advice in terms of the different stages of the fertility process that we can be involved with.”

- Vanessa McMinn, Ireland

Theresa Panelo, Doha

"I can say that I am more confident to guide my fertility clients, especially in recommending supplements." 

- Theresa Panelo, Doha

Lorinda Stutterd, Australia

"The significant impact we truly have as dietitians on somebody's fertility and then being able to communicate this with specialists, GPs and clients "

- Lorinda Stutterd, Australia

Now I feel very confident and in general this was a big boost in my self-esteem and knowledge."

- Stavroula Kriki, Greece

Natalia Cantone, MS, RD, CDN, CPT

"Prior to taking this course, I was a “generalist” and did not have much experience with fertility clients. It was challenging for me to picture a session with a fertility patient at the beginning of the course. So, when Melanie shared her fertility nutrition counseling session, it became very clear how to organize my own session with a fertility patient. It was also helpful to see Melanie’s written nutrition assessment and compare her format to mine. This bonus made me more confident seeing my first fertility patient!" - Natalia Cantone, MS, RD, CDN, CPT