About the course

This coursework is approved by Commission of Dietetic Registration, US for 18 CPEUs

Nutrition plays an integral part in the first 1000 days of life, from conception to the 2nd year of life. Small changes could make a difference in the conception journey and the health of both the offspring and the parents. 


Benefits of Early Life Nutrition

  • optimising the chances of conception

  • improve ovum and sperm health 

  • improve the success rate of assisted reproductive treatments

  • reducing pregnancy-related complications

  • improving the health of newborn

  • prevention of congenital disorders such as neural tube defects

  • reduce the risk of developing chronic diseases as a by-product of lifestyle modifications for the family

However, so much misinterpretation and ineffective advice is floating in this space. Hence, evidence-based practice and practice-based learning can significantly improve form the need of the hour. 

This course also looked into the dual burden of under- and overnutrition faced by South Asian, Middle Eastern and African populations.  

Infertility and pregnancy complications pose significant and unique challenges for couples in South Asian, Middle Eastern and African countries. In these regions, cultural and societal factors can contribute to the stigma surrounding infertility, leading to emotional distress for those experiencing difficulties in conceiving. Access to fertility treatments and reproductive healthcare services may be limited or inaccessible in certain areas, further exacerbating the issue.

In addition, women may face higher risks of pregnancy complications due to factors such as inadequate prenatal care, nutritional deficiencies, and limited access to maternal healthcare services. This can contribute to higher rates of maternal and neonatal mortality, as well as a greater prevalence of complications during childbirth.

Addressing these challenges requires a comprehensive approach that includes increased awareness and education about reproductive health to ensure safe and healthy pregnancies. 

Course curriculum

    1. Standard Terms and conditions

    2. Agreement to terms

    1. About Maternal and Fertility Nutrition Coursework

    2. Understanding Foetal Programming

    3. Decoding Evidence based care

    4. How to grade evidence

    5. Need for Nutrition input in Fertility and Maternal specialities

    6. Planning services, public health initiatives

    7. Types of Fertility Treatments

    8. Homework for the week

    9. Additional Reading

    10. Quiz : Nutrition for Fertility

    1. Understanding the Menstrual cycle

    2. Establishing the roots of life : Implantation

    3. Case Study: PCOS

    4. Case Study: Ovulatory Dysfunction

    5. Case Study : RED S

    6. Additional reading, handout and toolkit

    7. Quiz Nutrition - Female Fertility

    1. Understanding contributions of sperm in Foetal health

    2. Understanding the Male Reproductive system

    3. Stigma for getting help for Male fertility

    4. Additional Reading, handout and toolkit

    1. Pre- Reading

    2. Post Bariatric pregnancy planning, presentation

    1. Case 1

    2. Case 2 and 3

About this course

  • £350.00
  • Course work involving 12 modules. Weekly Live sessions Saturdays 1300-1400. Dates 4th April- 20th June 2026

Few testimonials

(Profiles are linked to linkedin on participant names)

Why did you choose to do the Maternal and Fertility Nutrition course?

Given the volume of clients who come in with infertility & maternal nutrition concerns, I found it important for me to learn MORE than just the basics of fertility nutrition & something more specific to address the specific concerns in these different stages. 


Did the course influence your practice in any way? 

The course, in its first 2-3 classes itself has been helpful for me, as it has allowed me to understand when and how to address client concerns relating to AMH levels, endometrium related concerns & particularly with diabetes and pregnancy as well as for clients with sperm motility concerns.  

- Suhasini Viswanathan, HOD and Nutritionist


Have you started shaping up/ planning new services? If so, can you speak about it?
Yes, I'm planning to develop more comprehensive and specialized nutritional guidance for my clients, along with a few educational workshops to support maternal and fertility health.
Additionally, the toolkits provided during the course have been of immense help in shaping these new offerings. These toolkits will be integrated into my services to ensure clients receive the right guidance. I believe this combination will greatly enhance the support and outcomes for my clients.

- Praksha Jain M.Sc., B.Sc., CDE , Founder- Dietetic Clinic

 "I have been diagnosed with PCOS and even though I have been very particular about my dietary choices & lifestyle I have been struggling to lose weight and find it difficult to cope up mentally. After Joining this course I have been feeling positive about my own self and I have cultivated a lot of mindful habits. I have also helped my other female colleagues with fertility issues to check with their physician for multivitamin supplementation rather than concentrating on one or two micronutrients after carrying out overall blood test. It has influenced my thoughts on tailoring a meal plan and incorporating a dietary approach according to the blood profile and overall health of each individual"

- Nandita Krishnan, Lecturer, Higher Education and Research Institution