Nutrition and Fertility

Our Dieticians

• Brisbane

  Dr Shelley Wilkinson

  PhD, BSc (Hons) (Psych), Grad Dip Nutri & Diet, AdvAPD
  

  Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian (AdvAPD). Member of DAA, ADIPS, and FSA.

  Dr Wilkinson has worked as a dietitian since 1995 and specialises in women’s health, particularly nutrition for preconception, pregnancy, new mums, and weight management. Her PhD in health psychology focused on community-based strategies to support healthier pregnancies through diet, physical activity, and lifestyle changes.

  She combines expertise in both dietetics and psychology, helping patients achieve sustainable improvements in nutrition and behaviour. At Mater Health and Wellness, she provides counselling for weight management and fertility nutrition, using innovative tools such as the Mater Personalised Pregnancy Weight Tracker.

  To make an appointment, please call Mater Health and Wellness on (07) 3163 6000. Dr Wilkinson looks forward to supporting you on your journey to better health and wellness.

  Catherine Chong

  Master of Nutrition and Dietetics, APD, Certified Fertility Dietitian.

  Catherine has been an Accredited Practising Dietitian since 2010 and has extended her training with a focus on fertility nutrition. She has worked as a clinical dietitian in Singapore and established her private practice in Australia in 2014.
  Her expertise includes nutrition for IVF, early pregnancy, PCOS, and endometriosis. Catherine is committed to offering personalised care that emphasises clarity, education, and results, ensuring couples receive the guidance they need to optimise fertility and achieve a healthy pregnancy.

  To book a virtual consultation, please call 0452 658 727 or visit the website at www.catherinechong.com.au.

• Gold Coast

  Amanda Clark

  Great Ideas in Nutrition

  Advanced Accredited Practising Dietitian, Director of Great Ideas in Nutrition.

  With more than 25 years’ experience, Amanda has a strong focus on women’s health, fertility, pregnancy, eating disorders, and weight management. She leads a team of dietitians and exercise physiologists dedicated to practical, step-by-step strategies for lasting dietary change.
  Amanda is also the creator of Portion Perfection – A Visual Weight Control Plan, a nationally recognised weight management program recommended by health professionals across Australia. At City Fertility, her team provides evidence-based, realistic nutrition advice to optimise fertility and pregnancy outcomes.

  For further information or to download a free electronic Portion Perfection Healthy Snack Bible, see www.greatideas.net.au or www.facebook.com/portionperfection.

• Melbourne

  Maureen O’Connor
  

  Maureen has worked at the Royal Women’s Hospital since 2003, where she provides nutrition and weight management support to women before and during pregnancy. Her clinical focus includes PCOS, fertility, and lifestyle guidance to improve reproductive health.
  She also works within multidisciplinary teams to address emotional eating and related challenges, ensuring women receive holistic care that supports both physical and emotional wellbeing.

  You can contact Maureen on (03) 9440 9509 or 0430 627 541 to make an appointment.

• Sydney

  Dr David Mann

  PhD, BSc (Hons), Dip Nutri & Diet, MDAA, AN APD

  Dr Mann has been a consultant dietitian in private practice for more than 30 years. He has extensive experience in fertility nutrition, PCOS, insulin resistance, and obesity management, along with a strong background in sports nutrition for both endurance and power athletes.
  Beyond clinical practice, Dr Mann has lectured widely at universities and professional associations, mentored students, and contributed to nutrition education across Australia. His work bridges clinical expertise and community education, making him a trusted source of guidance for couples seeking fertility-focused dietary support.

• Perth

  Nick Nation

  Fertility Dietitian

  Accredited Dietitian, Fertility Specialist.

  Nick brings both professional expertise and personal experience to his work. Having once struggled with his own weight, he understands the challenges of lifestyle change and uses this empathy in his clinical approach. Over the past 15 years, he has become a respected fertility dietitian and public speaker in Perth and beyond.

  His specialist areas include fertility, PCOS, endometriosis, weight management, and men’s reproductive health. Using a “food as medicine” approach, Nick helps women and couples understand how nutrition can directly impact conception, pregnancy outcomes, and the success of fertility treatments.