Next Self: Preparing for Conception & Pregnancy Nutrition with Naturopath Ema Taylor

Trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or simply wanting to better understand your hormones? This episode is for you.

Today I'm joined by degree-qualified naturopath, clinical nutritionist, certified fertility awareness educator and co-founder of Mother Natal, Ema Taylor.

With over a decade of experience supporting women through preconception, pregnancy and postpartum, Ema shares evidence-based, practical advice to help women feel informed and empowered throughout every stage of their journey into motherhood.

In this episode, we discuss:

Why sperm quality is declining in Western societies and what men can do to support their fertility

How to prepare your body for conception

The nutrients that matter most before and during pregnancy

How to support egg quality

Whether prenatal supplements are necessary

The role of carbohydrates in fertility

Hormonal acne during pregnancy and what can safely help

Common pregnancy nutrition mistakes