Hello and welcome! I'm Dr Anika Rouf
I’m a Certified Prenatal Dietitian based in Sydney. My area of expertise includes pregnancy and postpartum nutrition. I help women nourish their body during pregnancy and beyond. I see clients across Australia and globally in my virtual practice.
As a new mum, I understand the excitement and stress that comes with a pregnancy. It was during my own journey towards motherhood that led me to specialise as a prenatal dietitian. I understand that pregnancy can bring about a wide range of emotions and challenges. I am here to help you navigate the world of prenatal nutrition with confidence and ease.
Why invest in prenatal nutrition?
Investing in prenatal nutrition is one of the most important choices you can make for the health and well being of both you and your baby. During pregnancy, your nutritional needs are unique and vital for supporting proper growth and development.
A prenatal dietitian can provide you with expert guidance and ensure optimal nutrient intake during pregnancy. By prioritising diet and lifestyle, you can reduce the risk of complications, improve your energy levels, support a healthy weight gain, and reduce the likelihood of nutrient deficiencies.
When you invest in prenatal nutrition, you are laying the groundwork for a healthier pregnancy, a smoother postpartum recovery and giving your child the best start in life!
How can I support you during pregnancy?
Manage morning sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum
Address nutritional deficiencies through appropriate supplementation
Provide strategies for managing food aversions and cravings
Offer guidance for navigating multiple pregnancies
Assist in preventing and managing gestational diabetes
Help in the prevention and management of pre-eclampsia
Why invest in prenatal nutrition?
Investing in prenatal nutrition is one of the most important choices you can make for the health and well being of both you and your baby. During pregnancy, your nutritional needs are unique and vital for supporting proper growth and development.
A prenatal dietitian can provide you with expert guidance and ensure optimal nutrient intake during pregnancy. By prioritising diet and lifestyle, you can reduce the risk of complications, improve your energy levels, support a healthy weight gain, and reduce the likelihood of nutrient deficiencies.
When you invest in prenatal nutrition, you are laying the groundwork for a healthier pregnancy, a smoother postpartum recovery and giving your child the best start in life!
How can I support you during pregnancy?
Manage morning sickness and hyperemesis gravidarum
Address nutritional deficiencies through appropriate supplementation
Provide strategies for managing food aversions and cravings
Offer guidance for navigating multiple pregnancies
Assist in preventing and managing gestational diabetes
Help in the prevention and management of pre-eclampsia
A bit about me:
I’m an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) and a Media Spokesperson for Dietitians Australia. I completed my PhD from University of Sydney. My research investigated the use of social media to improve eating habits of young adults and incorporated the addition of behaviour change techniques. My work has been published in some of the top tier nutrition journals including Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, Nutrients, Appetite, JMIR mHealth and uHealth and Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics.
I’m passionate about advocating a non-diet approach and working towards small sustainable behaviour changes.
Nourish Bump and Beyond
Nourish Bump and Beyond is a podcast dedicated to providing essential insights and practical guidance on the vital role of nutrition in preconception, fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum. Hosted by Dr Anika Rouf and Michelle Brown, this podcast dives into the science, research, and real-life experiences to empower individuals and couples on their journey towards parenthood and beyond.
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