The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast

Nutrition for Fertility and Pregnancy with Judy Simon, MS, RDN (ep – 63)

The Good Clean Nutrition Podcast

Show Notes

Nutrition plays a powerful role in the journey to parenthood. In this episode, host Dr. Ginger Hultin welcomes maternal nutrition expert Judy Simon, MS, RDN, to explore how personalized nutrition can support fertility and a healthy pregnancy. Judy shares insights from her book Getting to Baby, along with practical advice on optimizing diet, choosing the right supplements, and managing everything from cravings to morning sickness.

They also discuss male fertility, plant-based eating, and emerging research on the prenatal microbiome. Whether you're trying to conceive or supporting clients who are, this episode is packed with science-backed guidance to help you feel informed and empowered.

In this episode, we’ll cover: 00:00: IVF Success and Body Size 03:12: From Personal Journey to Professional Mission 06:41: Breaking the Weight Bias in Fertility Treatment 10:01: Male Fertility Matters Too 15:03: Top Nutrition & Supplement Tips for Conception

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Mentioned in This Episode: Getting to Baby: A Food-First Fertility Plan to Improve Your Odds and Shorten Your Time to Pregnancy

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