Nutrition for Women

Specialist Dietitian in Women’s Health

We provide expert, evidence-based nutrition advice and support

From pre-conception, pregnancy and through to menopause, we specialise in nutrition for women in every stage of life.

We also see a range of women’s health issues such as gestational diabetes (GDM), polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometriosis.

Let us help you to improve your health, manage your symptoms and meet your nutrition goals.

Meet your Dietitian

Jo Paggi, BSc Nutrition, PGDip Dietetics

Jo is a New Zealand Registered Dietitian with over 10 years of experience in NZ and Australia. She has worked in many different areas of Dietetic practice such as cancer care, diabetes and gastroenterology (gut nutrition). For several years, Jo has specialised in women’s health nutrition and has found a passion for working in this area.

Jo also works as an Advanced Women’s Health Dietitian at Christchurch Women’s Hospital.

What we offer

  • Dietitian online consultation

    1:1 video consultations

    Appointments are 100% online giving you greater flexibility. We see women NZ-wide

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    Information you can trust

    Jo is a Registered NZ Dietitian and advice is based on scientific evidence

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    Tailored advice

    Jo conducts a thorough assessment to understand your needs and offer individualised advice. We will look at your medical history, medications, diet history and more

  • Realistic and achievable goals

    Eating should not have to be difficult! Jo works with you to set goals that you can sustain

Nutrition Services

Pre and post natal

  • After gestational diabetes (GDM)

  • Breastfeeding nutrition

  • Fertility and IVF nutrition

  • Nutrition optimisation when planning pregnancy

  • Previous bariatric surgery planning pregnancy

  • Supplements

Pregnancy

  • Food safety

  • Gestational diabetes (GDM)

  • Nausea and vomiting / hyperemesis gravidarum “HG”

  • Previous bariatric surgery

  • Twin / triplet pregnancies

  • Vegetarian and vegan diets

  • Weight gain

Women’s Health

  • Endometriosis

  • Feeling your best

  • Gut issues e.g. bloating, IBS

  • Peri-menopause and menopause

  • Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

  • Weight

If you’re not sure if we can help with your specific situation, please get in contact.