Registered Nutritionist

Expert Nutrition Guidance for a Healthy Pregnancy

Personalised dietary advice to optimise baby's development, manage pregnancy symptoms, and ensure you get the nutrients you both need. From our registered nutritionist in Surbiton.

Registered nutritionist discussing a personalised pregnancy meal plan with an expectant mother at Lambert Medical Practice
CQC Registered Clinic
Registered Nutritionist
Personalised Plans
All Diets Welcome
Surbiton, KT6

Why Pregnancy Nutrition Matters

What you eat during pregnancy directly impacts your baby's growth and development. Expert guidance ensures you and baby get exactly what you need.

Optimal Baby Development

Your baby's brain, organs, and bones are forming rapidly. The right balance of nutrients — folate, iron, calcium, omega-3 fatty acids, and more — during each trimester is critical for healthy development. Our nutritionist creates a plan that ensures your baby receives everything needed at every stage, taking into account your individual circumstances, food preferences, and any dietary restrictions.

Manage Pregnancy Symptoms

Morning sickness, heartburn, constipation, fatigue, and food aversions are common pregnancy challenges that can often be significantly improved through dietary adjustments. Our nutritionist provides practical, evidence-based strategies to help you manage these symptoms naturally through food choices, meal timing, and simple modifications that make a real difference to your daily comfort.

Reduce Pregnancy Risks

Good nutrition can help reduce the risk of gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, anaemia, and excessive weight gain. If you have been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, our nutritionist will create a blood sugar-friendly meal plan that keeps your levels stable while ensuring adequate nutrition for you and baby. We work alongside your midwifery team for comprehensive, coordinated care.

What Your Consultation Covers

Every consultation is tailored to your needs, but here are the key areas our nutritionist can help you with.

Personalised Meal Plans

Tailored weekly meal plans based on your preferences, trimester, and nutritional needs.

Supplement Guidance

Expert advice on which supplements you need and which to avoid during pregnancy.

Foods to Avoid

Clear guidance on food safety during pregnancy, including what to avoid and why.

Gestational Diabetes

Blood sugar management through diet, with meal plans that keep glucose levels stable.

Morning Sickness

Dietary strategies to reduce nausea and ensure adequate nutrition despite food aversions.

Weight Management

Healthy weight gain guidance tailored to your pre-pregnancy BMI and individual needs.

Vegetarian & Vegan

Ensuring complete nutrition on plant-based diets, including protein and B12 requirements.

Post-Natal Nutrition

Recovery nutrition and breastfeeding dietary support for after baby arrives.

Your Nutrition Consultation Journey

Simple, supportive, and tailored entirely to you

1

Book Online

Choose a time that suits you. You can book online or call our reception team. Evening and Saturday appointments available.

2

Initial Assessment

Your nutritionist reviews your current diet, medical history, pregnancy stage, symptoms, and goals in a thorough 60-minute session.

3

Your Plan

Receive a personalised nutrition plan including meal ideas, supplement recommendations, shopping lists, and practical tips.

4

Ongoing Support

Follow-up sessions adapt your plan as your pregnancy progresses. Email support between sessions keeps you on track.

What Our Patients Say

Hear from mothers who have benefited from our pregnancy nutrition services.

"I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes and felt completely overwhelmed. The nutritionist at Lambert was a lifesaver. She created a meal plan that was genuinely enjoyable and kept my blood sugar perfectly managed. I felt so much more in control."
Priya S.
Post-natal mum • Verified Patient
"As a vegan, I was worried about getting enough nutrients for the baby. My nutritionist put together an amazing plan with all the right supplements and food combinations. My blood tests showed perfect levels throughout pregnancy. So reassuring!"
Emma T.
36 weeks pregnant • Verified Patient
"The morning sickness was unbearable in my first trimester. The dietary changes suggested made such a difference within days. Small meals, specific food combinations, and the right supplements. I wish I'd seen the nutritionist sooner."
Louise D.
28 weeks pregnant • Verified Patient

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about our pregnancy nutrition consultations.

Ideally, you should book a consultation as early as possible in your pregnancy or even before conception. The first trimester is a critical period for your baby's development, and ensuring optimal nutrition from the start gives your baby the best foundation. However, it's never too late to benefit from nutrition advice at any stage of pregnancy.

Your consultation includes a detailed assessment of your current diet, medical history, and pregnancy stage. You'll receive a personalised meal plan, advice on essential supplements (such as folic acid, vitamin D, and iron), guidance on foods to avoid, strategies for managing pregnancy symptoms like morning sickness and heartburn, and ongoing support to adapt your plan as your pregnancy progresses.

Yes, our nutritionist has extensive experience helping women manage gestational diabetes through dietary modification. We create blood sugar-friendly meal plans that ensure you and your baby receive all necessary nutrients whilst keeping glucose levels stable. We work alongside your midwifery team to provide comprehensive support.

Most pregnant women benefit from certain supplements, including folic acid and vitamin D. However, your specific needs depend on your diet, health history, and pregnancy. Our nutritionist will assess which supplements are right for you and recommend appropriate dosages, avoiding unnecessary supplementation whilst ensuring no gaps in your nutrition.

Absolutely. We have experience working with all dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, halal, kosher, and other cultural or religious dietary practices. We ensure your pregnancy nutrition plan meets all your needs whilst respecting your dietary preferences and requirements.

Your initial consultation is typically 60 minutes, allowing thorough assessment and detailed plan creation. Follow-up appointments are usually 30 minutes and focus on reviewing progress, adjusting your plan, and addressing any new concerns or changes in your pregnancy.

No, you can book directly with us without a GP referral. Simply book online or call our reception team. If your GP or midwife has recommended you see a nutritionist, we are happy to receive referrals and provide feedback reports to your healthcare team.

Yes, partners are welcome. In fact, we encourage it. When both partners understand the nutritional needs during pregnancy, it makes implementing changes at home much easier. Your partner can learn about meal preparation, portion sizes, and how to support your nutrition goals together.

Visit Our Surbiton Clinic

Conveniently located on Ewell Road with easy access from Surbiton, Kingston, Tolworth, and surrounding areas.

Lambert Medical Practice


Getting Here

  • Free on-street parking available
  • Bus routes 265, 281, 406 — short walk
  • 12 minutes from Surbiton Station
  • Full wheelchair & pushchair access
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Nourish Your Pregnancy the Right Way

Give your baby the best start with expert nutritional guidance tailored to your pregnancy. Book your consultation today and take the guesswork out of pregnancy nutrition.

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