M y A p p r o a c h
"The best teachers teach from the heart, not from the book." - Terry Heick
Preparing your body for pregnancy is as much about care as it is about knowledge.
As a Dietitian‑in‑Training (RD2Be), my approach to preconception nutrition rests on empathy, cultural respect, and personalized care. I guide women through a strengths-based, collaborative process—using motivational interviewing, open-ended dialogue, and client-led goal setting—to cultivate habits that feel sustainable, empowering, and uniquely tailored to their life, culture, and cycle.
As I pursue my RD, I’m passionate about combining up-to-date science with real-life practicality—focusing not just on numbers, but on cultural connection, reflection, and long-term wellness. I weave in culturally familiar foods and honor each woman’s values, rhythms, and readiness to nourish herself for fertility.
I strive to build a space where women preparing for pregnancy feel seen, supported, and confident in their choices—making the journey both informed and deeply personal.
My work is anchored in behavior change science and motivational interviewing techniques, ensuring your goals are rooted in evidence and empathy.
B o d y A c c e p t a n c e P r a c t i c e s
a n d M o v e m e n t s
Body acceptance is about shifting the focus from our weight and appearance to overall
well-being, self-respect, and care.
Health at Every Size®
Approaches like Health at Every Size® (HAES®) promote inclusive, compassionate models of health that celebrate body diversity and reject harmful weight-based assumptions. This movement encourages individuals and health professionals alike to support lasting well-being by fostering dignity, equity, and behavior-based care, rather than weight-centered goals.
Read more on What is Health at Every Size®? by Dr. Deah Schwartz from the National Eating Disorders Association
Courses
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Beyond the Mirror 🔗:
The Dietitian's Role in Supporting Positive Body Image in Women's Health -
Weight Neutral Diabetes Counseling and Education Activities 🔗:
Helping Clients Without Harping on Weight -
Becoming an Intuitive Eater 🔗: How to Change Your Relationship with Food and Yourself
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Intuitive Eating for Life 🔗: How Mindfulness Can Deepen and Sustain Your Intuitive Eating Practice
Other Resources
FAQs
- Does HAES mean that everyone is healthy at every size?
No. HAES does not claim that every person is healthy at any size. Instead, it acknowledges that health can exist across a wide range of body sizes and that body weight alone is not a reliable indicator of health.
- Is HAES against weight loss?
Not exactly. HAES is weight-neutral, meaning it does not focus on weight as a goal or measure of success. While weight loss may occur as a side effect of lifestyle changes, it is not the intended outcome. Instead, HAES prioritizes sustainable, individualized behaviors that enhance well-being without encouraging intentional weight manipulation.
- How is HAES different from traditional diet or wellness programs?
HAES rejects restrictive diets and weight-focused interventions in favor of flexible, person-centered care. It emphasizes eating based on internal cues, moving in ways that feel good, and respecting body diversity. HAES also aims to reduce weight stigma, address social and systemic barriers to health, and promote long-term emotional and physical wellness without tying success to a number on the scale.
Books
Voices and Advocates
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Dana Sturtevant, MS, RD & Hilary Kinavey, LPC - Center for Body Trust