Maternity Dietician & Nutritionist

What is a dietician and nutritionist?

A maternity nutritionist, also known as a maternity dietician, is a specialised professional dedicated to optimising the nutritional well-being of expectant mothers.

With expertise in maternal nutrition, they offer personalised guidance to ensure a healthy and balanced diet from preconception through pregnancy and postnatal.

These professionals play a crucial role in addressing specific dietary needs and nutritional requirements, managing gestational conditions, and promoting overall wellness.

Through tailored nutritional advice and recommendations, including advice on prenatal supplements, they contribute to the optimal health of both the expectant mother and the developing baby, supporting a healthy and nourished pregnancy journey.

How can they help?

Personalised nutrition plans

Customised dietary plans tailored to your specific nutritional needs when trying for a baby

Related conditions management

Address and manage gestational conditions through dietary adjustments such as gestational diabetes (GDM), low BMI, high BMI, etc.

Advice on prenatal supplements

Recommendations on appropriate prenatal supplements to support a healthy pregnancy.

Weight management

Guidance on healthy weight gain during pregnancy, addressing individual concerns and promoting overall well-being.

Nutritional education

Valuable information and education on maintaining a balanced diet to support the optimal health of both mother and baby.

Meet our maternity dieticians and nutritionists

Natércia Vieira Ribeiro Ferreira

BSc, PGDip, MSc

Registered Dietitian & Nutritionist

Consultation Pricing:
40 minutes consultation: £115
20 minutes consultation (only for follow-up appointments): £75

Additional Languages:
Portuguese and Spanish

With nearly two decades of experience as a dedicated dietitian, I specialise in maternal and infant nutrition. As a Registered Dietitian, my journey has been both enriching and rewarding, driven by a profound belief that health begins in the womb. I am passionately committed to advocating for the vital role of early nutrition in shaping lifelong health. My unique qualifications include extensive hands-on experience and a strong foundation in nutritional science, which enable me to effectively guide families through the complexities of maternal and infant nutrition, ensuring the best possible start for their children.

EXPERIENCE
I am a dietitian with over eighteen years of experience, having worked both autonomously and within the NHS as a maternal and infant dietitian. I graduated in dietetics and hold postgraduate qualifications in clinical nutrition, paediatrics, and a masters in child and adolescent health. Additionally, I am qualified in diabetes education in partnership with IDF. My expertise spans fertility, helping couples to conceive, pregnancy, breastfeeding and early childhood nutrition. I have extensive experience working with patients in various clinical settings, providing comprehensive nutritional guidance and support to optimise maternal and infant health.

AREAS OF FOCUS
I specialise in maternal and infant nutrition, with a particular passion for fertility and pregnancy. I am dedicated to helping families with food introduction and addressing neonatal difficulties. My focus includes supporting couples in their journey to conceive, providing nutritional guidance during pregnancy, and ensuring optimal nutrition for infants and young children. I am deeply committed to addressing the unique nutritional needs of mothers and infants to promote healthy development and long-term well-being.

APPROACH TO CARE
My approach to patient care is rooted in empathy, collaboration and evidence-based practices. I prioritise understanding each patient’s unique needs and circumstances, fostering a supportive and trusting environment. By utilising patient-centred techniques, I work collaboratively with families to develop personalised nutrition plans that are practical and sustainable. I stay updated with the latest research to ensure my recommendations are grounded in the most current evidence. My goal is to empower patients with knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about their nutrition and health.

WHY CHOOSE ME?
Clients should choose me as their clinician because of my unwavering commitment to providing high-quality, personalised care. With nearly two decades of experience and specialised expertise in maternal and infant nutrition, I offer a compassionate and evidence- based approach to support families through critical stages of life. My accessibility and dedication to staying current with the latest nutritional science ensure that my patients receive the best possible guidance. I am passionate about empowering families to achieve optimal health, making me a trusted partner in their journey toward well-being.

Tazmin Lewis

BSc, RD, BDA

Specialist Dietitian and Nutritionist

Specialties:
Prenatal Dietitian; Diabetes Specialist Dietitian; Paediatric Specialist Dietitian; High Cholesterol; IBS, Weight Management; Coeliac Disease and Vegan/Vegetarian Diets

Consultation Pricing:
30 minutes: £90
60 minutes: £145

Hello, I’m Tazmin.

I’m a Registered Dietitian and a mother of two, residing in London. With over ten years of experience in the field of dietetics, I specialise as a Prenatal Dietitian. I support women through their pregnancies with conditions such as gestational diabetes, while focusing on optimising their diets for their own health as well as their babies development and growth.

My dedication to prenatal nutrition stemmed from my own experience when I was pregnant with my first daughter in 2019. I had been supporting women with pregnancy nutrition in the NHS for several years but first hand experience being pregnant made me truly understand the difficulties and questions that mothers face. This prompted me to establish my private practice and also become a breastfeeding peer supporter.

My career includes both freelance work and employment with the NHS. Whilst my freelance work primarily focuses on pregnancy nutrition, in early 2023 I transitioned my NHS career as a Diabetes Specialist Dietitian to become a Paediatric Specialist Dietitian. This role has enabled me to provide continuity of care to my clients through their pregnancy and extend my support into the early years of their child’s life.

Beyond my focus of prenatal nutrition and infant feeding I have extensive expertise in various other nutritional areas including high cholesterol, IBS, weight management, nutrition support, coeliac disease and vegan/vegetarian diets.

I am also a committee member of the British Dietetic Association Maternal and Fertility Group and volunteer at my local feeding clinics to support mothers navigating the journey of feeding their babies. Outside of work you’ll find me enjoying moments with my two young children, eating delicious meals, experimenting with cooking and baking, enjoying the occasional run, travelling around the world and immersing myself in nature during foraging adventures.