For too long, women with PCOS, endometriosis, or fertility concerns have had to piece together nutrition advice that was never really designed with them in mind. General dietary guidelines don’t account for hormonal shifts, cycle-related symptoms, or the physical demands of pregnancy and postpartum recovery. It leaves a lot of women feeling like they’re managing on their own.
That’s exactly why we’re excited to introduce our newest addition to the North West Healthy Women team: Rachel Hazlett, an Accredited Practising Dietitian who specialises in women’s health nutrition. Rachel joins the clinic with a focus on the areas that tend to fall through the cracks of general practice: PCOS, endometriosis, preconception nutrition, fertility support, and postpartum recovery.
Whether you’re preparing to try for a baby, working through a new diagnosis, or just trying to understand what your body actually needs right now, Rachel offers the kind of targeted, evidence-based support that’s rare to find in one place.
She’s now available for appointments at North West Healthy Women. Read on to learn more about her areas of practice and how to book.
Meet our women’s health dietitian Brisbane, Rachel
Rachel is an Accredited Practising Dietitian and a Certified Fertility and Pregnancy Dietitian with years of clinical experience supporting women through some of the most significant health journeys they’ll face.
Her specialist areas include:
- PCOS,
- Endometriosis,
- Fertility nutrition,
- Preconception planning
- Pregnancy
- Postpartum recovery
She has a particular interest in the relationship between gut health, hormonal balance, and conditions like PCOS.
Rachel’s approach is thorough without being overwhelming. She takes the time to understand your full picture before making any recommendations, and she adapts her guidance to what’s actually workable in your life.
Why we’ve added women’s health dietitian services
Women’s health conditions rarely exist in isolation. PCOS affects hormones and metabolism. Endometriosis is linked to inflammation and gut health. Fertility is influenced by nutrient status, cycle regularity, and stress. Pregnancy changes your nutritional needs almost week to week.
What this means is that care for women works best when it’s connected. At North West Healthy Women, that might look like: A physiotherapist helping you with pelvic floor recovery, an exercise physiologist supporting you through pregnancy or postpartum, a psychologist assisting with the mental load of a chronic diagnosis, and now, a women’s health dietitian who can address the nutritional layer that runs through all of it.
Having Rachel as part of our in-house team means your practitioners can communicate directly when it’s relevant to your care. There’s no need to coordinate across separate clinics or repeat your health history to multiple providers. Integrated care leads to better outcomes, and that’s the standard we’re committed to at North West Healthy Women.
Women’s health dietitian services
If any of the following apply to you, Rachel can help. If your condition isn’t listed here, call our team and we’ll help you understand if a dietitian is the best way forward.
Nutrition is not a cure for complex health conditions. But as part of a broader, well-coordinated care plan, it’s one of the most powerful tools available to women.
Fertility and preconception
Nutritional status plays a direct role in reproductive health. Rachel assesses micronutrient levels, supports cycle health, and reviews the evidence around specific supplements, so that your preconception window is used well, whether you’re trying naturally or preparing for IVF.
Hormone balance
Hormones are sensitive to what you eat, how consistently you eat, and what your body is (or isn’t) getting enough of. Rachel works with women whose hormonal imbalances are affecting their energy, mood, skin, weight, and cycle.
Pregnancy nutrition
Nutritional needs shift significantly across each trimester. Rachel provides guidance on what to prioritise, what to limit, and how to manage common challenges like nausea, food aversions, and fatigue.
Postpartum recovery
Recovery after birth is physical, hormonal, and nutritional. Rachel helps postpartum women rebuild their nutritional reserves, support energy levels, and address deficiencies that are common but often overlooked in the early months.
PCOS nutrition
For women with PCOS, dietary strategies that support insulin sensitivity can have meaningful effects on cycle regularity, androgen levels, and fertility outcomes. Rachel tailors these strategies to your specific PCOS presentation.
Endometriosis nutrition
Inflammation is central to endometriosis, and dietary choices can either support or worsen it. Rachel works with women who want an evidence-based approach to dietary management, particularly those who’ve tried elimination diets without guidance and are looking for something more structured and sustainable.
General nutrition and deficiencies
Fatigue, brain fog, irregular cycles, slow recovery are the kinds of symptoms that often get dismissed, but nutrition is frequently a contributing factor. Rachel works with women who want to understand what’s actually going on beneath the surface, whether that’s an iron deficiency, low B12, inadequate protein intake, or a diet that simply isn’t meeting the demands of their lifestyle.
Weight loss
Weight loss support is also available for women who have a clinical reason to pursue it, including those where weight is directly impacting hormonal health, fertility, or symptom management. The focus is on what’s sustainable and evidence-based, not quick fixes or blanket calorie cutting.
Bookings open now with our women’s health dietitian Brisbane
Rachel is now available for in-clinic appointments at North West Healthy Women, with telehealth options also available. No referral is required to book.
Initial consultations are very thorough and are booked for 75minutes, giving Rachel enough time to understand your full health history before making any recommendations. Follow-up appointments are shorter and focus on reviewing progress and adjusting your plan as needed.
When you come for your first appointment, it’s helpful to bring any relevant blood test results, a list of current supplements or medications, and any previous medical letters related to your condition, though none of this is essential if you don’t have it on hand.
Ready to connect with our women’s health dietitian in Brisbane? Contact our friendly admin team if you’d like to find out whether nutrition support could be the right next step for you.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a referral to see Rachel?
No referral is required. You can book directly through our clinic for an initial appointment with Rachel. If you have a GP referral or a care plan, Rachel can work within that framework, but it’s not a requirement to get started.
Is there a Medicare rebate for dietitian appointments?
Medicare rebates may be available if you have a GP Management Plan (also called a Chronic Disease Management Plan). This plan allows eligible patients to claim a rebate on a set number of allied health appointments per calendar year. Speak with your GP to find out if you qualify, or ask our team when you call to book.
Do you offer telehealth appointments?
Yes. Rachel offers telehealth consultations for women who are unable to attend in person. Telehealth appointments follow the same format as in-clinic visits and cover the same areas of support.
