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FERTILITY NATUROPATH FOR WOMEN & COUPLES TRYING TO CONCEIEVE | NICOLE PEASNELL | BRISBANE & ONLINE
Trying to Conceive?
Let's explore what may be
getting in the way.
I am a Brisbane-based fertility naturopath supporting women and couples from preconception care through to complex fertility challenges, including unexplained infertility, recurrent miscarriage, and thyroid-related concerns. I help to dig deeper into the factors that may be getting in the way.
20+ Years in Clinical Practice
Bachelor of Naturopathy
Functional Testing
You've been told everything looks normal. But deep down, you know there's more to the story.
You’ve been doing everything right.
Eating well. Looking after your health. Timing things carefully.
And yet, month after month… nothing is happening.
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You may have already been told your results are “normal.”
That you just need more time. That it will happen when it’s meant to.
But deep down, it doesn’t feel that simple.
Or perhaps you're just beginning and you want to start this journey as informed and prepared as possible, not just hopeful.
Struggling to conceive can feel incredibly isolating and emotionally exhausting. You deserve more than reassurance. You deserve a clear, thoughtful approach that actually looks at what might be getting in the way or sets the strongest possible foundation from the very start.​
This is for you if...
You have been trying to conceive and want to understand what might be standing in the way
You are wanting to prepare your body in advance of conception with preconception care
You want a thorough, considered look at the factors that may be influencing your fertility. From nutrition and lifestyle to hormones, environment, and beyond.
You are preparing for IVF and want to support your body beforehand.
You have been told your test results are normal and to keep trying, but nothing is progressing.
You have experienced pregnancy loss and want to look more deeply at why.
You have a thyroid condition, PCOS, Endometriosis or irregular cycles and want to understand how these may be affecting your fertility.
You are tired of waiting and want a clear, personalised plan.
What makes my approach to Fertility Naturopathy different
Nicole Peasnell, B.Nat
Bachelor of Naturopathy
Member ATMS
Nicole Peasnell is a Bachelor-qualified Naturopath with a special interest in fertility, thyroid and hormonal health. She has been in clinical practice since 2004 and works with individuals and couples across Australia and New Zealand via online consultations.
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1. Looking beyond "everything looks normal"
For many of the women and couples I work with, the hardest part is not the waiting. It is being told that everything looks fine and being sent away without answers. Whether you have been trying naturally and nothing is happening, or you have completed an IVF cycle without the outcome you hoped for, "normal" results do not always tell the whole story.
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2. Evidence-Informed Fertility Support
My approach is grounded in evidence-informed naturopathic medicine. This means I take the time to look beyond the surface-level hormone checks and routine bloods to understand what else could be driving your fertility concerns or results.
Along with well known factors that impact fertility and reproduction, I also consider your thyroid function, nutrient status, stress and nervous system regulation, environmental exposures, menstrual cycle health, gut health, microbiome influences, dietary influences and lifestyle factors to understand your individual health requirements.
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3. The Thyroid-Fertility Connection
Thyroid health is a particular area of focus in my fertility work. Research published in Frontiers in Endocrinology confirms that thyroid hormones are among the most relevant regulators of female reproductive function, with adequate thyroid hormone production essential for normal menstrual function, fertility, and the maintenance of pregnancy. Several studies have also addressed the association between thyroid autoimmunity, thyroid function, and fertility outcomes following both natural and assisted conception.
4. Functional Testing and the missing links
One thing I have learned in my years as a Fertility Naturopath is that "normal" is rarely the end of the story. When we dig deeper and use functional pathology testing where it is relevant, a clearer picture usually emerges. One that helps us understand what is actually happening in your body, and target what can genuinely make a difference to your chances of conception and a healthy pregnancy.
"My approach is to look deeper. Through a fertility lens, I assess the full picture of your health, because when things are not going to plan, there is almost always more to understand."​​​
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Nicole Peasnell - Naturopath, Online
What Clients Are Saying
We got a positive pregnancy test, and my thyroid results have improved as well.​
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Heidi C.
Brisbane - Fertility & Thyroid
I can't believe it - I'm pregnant again!​
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Susan K.
Sydney - Fertility & Pregnancy
Just letting you know I had a positive pregnancy test this morning!
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Claire R.
Brisbane - Fertility & Pregnancy
Your path to Fertility Care
Pricing, Programs and Packages
INITIAL CONSULTATIONS
Your first step toward answers
This is where we begin to understand your case and build a clear, personalised plan forward.
Fertility Couples Consultation
For partners navigating fertility together
Your first appointment is dedicated to exploring both partners' reproductive and general health in depth, understanding your clinical history, symptom picture and identifying what may be influencing your fertility as a couple.
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Thorough health history for both partners
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Review of existing results or investigations
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Assessment of contributing factors
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Clear next steps and recommendations
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Initial Couples Consult : $359 | 90min
Fertility Individual Consultation
For those navigating fertility independently
Your initial appointment is dedicated to exploring your reproductive and general health in depth, understanding your clinical history, symptom picture and identifying what may be influencing your fertility.
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Thorough reproductive and general health history
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Review of existing results or investigations
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Assessment of contributing factors
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Clear next steps and recommendations
​Initial Individual Consult: $319 | 75min
FOLLOW-UP CONSULTATIONS
Continuing your care
A structured, supported preconception care program to prepare your body for pregnancy.
Fertility Couples Follow-up
Ongoing support for both partners
Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled two to four weeks after your initial visit, or sooner if results come back requiring earlier review. Timing is planned around your circumstances, not a fixed formula.
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Review progress for both partners
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Assess any new pathology or investigation results
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Refine and update your plan based on your progress and results.
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Couples Follow Up Consult: $199 | 60min
Fertility Individual Follow-up
Ongoing support and review
Follow-up appointments are typically scheduled 2-4 weeks after your initial visit or sooner if results come back requiring earlier review. Timing is planned around your case, not a one-size-fits-all schedule.
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Review progress for both partners
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Assess any new pathology or investigation results
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Refine and update your plan based on your progress and results.
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Individuals Follow Up Consult: $169 | 45min
SIGNATURE PACKAGE
ALIGN Preconception Care Program
A structured, supported Naturopathic preconception care program to prepare your body for conception and pregnancy.
ALIGN Preconception Care Program
A structured 12-week program for individuals or couples trying to conceive naturally, preparing for IVF, or seeking support with reproductive health. Care is tailored to your circumstances using an evidence-based naturopathic approach.
Program inclusions​​:
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Initial fertility consultation + 3 follow-up consultations
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Pathology analysis and testing recommendations
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Diet and cycle analysis
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Personalised treatment plan after each session
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Preconception care and fertility support resources
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Access to practitioner-only supplements​
Valid for 7 months from date of purchase.​​​
Couples
$812
Save 15%
Individual
$702
Save 15%
"I like to bring clarity to each consultation to help my clients understand their bodies, their results, and exactly what to do to improve their chances of conception." ​​
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Nicole Peasnell, Fertility Naturopath
How Long it Takes and What to Expect
Timelines supported by your biology
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For those planning to conceive naturally, or wanting to optimise their health before trying to conceive, three months of dedicated preconception support gives us the full biological window to work within.
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Sperm take approximately 3 months to fully regenerate, which means the changes we make to nutrition, lifestyle, and supplementation today will begin to influence sperm quality over the coming months. The final 12 weeks of egg development follow a similar principle. This window matters, and working within it intentionally is one of the most meaningful things we can do together.
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Research supports this whole-body, nutrition-first approach. Studies published in Frontiers in Nutrition show that nutrition and environmental factors directly influence female reproductive health and the outcomes of assisted reproductive treatments, and that​​ a personalised nutritional approach is increasingly recognised as an important tool in fertility management.
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This evidence shapes the way I work with every client. One that is built around your specific health picture and where you are in your journey.​​​​​​​
IVF and Assisted Reproduction
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For those navigating IVF or assisted reproductive treatment, the three-month lead-time is not always possible.
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In these cases, we work with what timeline is available, and appointment timing is shaped around your treatment schedule to make sure support is well-timed at every stage. The focus shifts to what is relevant and achievable within your specific cycle.
The Align Preconception Care Program
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The Align Preconception Care Programme is purposely built around this timeframe, offering guidance and responsive care across the critical three-month window and beyond.
Pregnancy and Post-Natal Care
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For clients who go on to conceive, care can continue through the first trimester, pregnancy, and into the postnatal period, typically 3 to 12+ months in total depending on your needs and goals.​​​
"Optimising the health of both partners during this timeframe allows us to support fertility, hormones, nutritional status, sperm and egg health, stress, environmental factors, and lifestyle habits that can all play a role in reproductive health and pregnancy outcomes.​"
Nicole Peasnell, Naturopath (Bachelor of Naturopathy), Brisbane
Who We Work With
Whether you are just starting to think about having a baby, working through a diagnosis, or navigating the early stages of parenthood, there is a place for you here.
Trying to Conceive
Hormonal & Reproductive Conditions
Pregnancy, Post-Natal & Beyond
Pregnancy & Post-Natal
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​Trying to conceive naturally
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Preparing for pregnancy
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Navigating unexplained infertility, recurrent miscarriage, or implantation challenges
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Planning or currently undergoing IVF, IUI, or embryo transfer
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Male factor fertility - sperm quality, motility, and DNA fragmentation
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Donor cycles
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​​PCOS, endometriosis, fibroids, and ovarian cysts
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Absent, irregular, or heavy periods
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Period pain
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PMS
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Thyroid conditions - Hashimoto's, Graves', and subclinical hypothyroid
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​​Pregnancy
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Breastfeeding mothers
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Postnatal care​
"I see many women who have been told everything looks 'fine' but they come to me because they know that it's not the full story."​​
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Nicole Peasnell, Naturopath (Bachelor of Naturopathy), Brisbane
Frequently Asked Questions
Real questions from women and couples exploring Naturopathic Fertility and Preconception care​
How does a Naturopath help with fertility issues?​
​I look at the whole picture of your health such as hormones, cycle patterns, nutrient status, stress, sleep, gut health, lifestyle and environmental factors and more. Rather than focusing on a single symptom, naturopathic support aims to identify and address the underlying factors that may be contributing to fertility challenges, and support your body's own capacity to find balance.​
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How do I know if I need a Naturopathic or Fertility consultation?
If you're coming with a specific Fertility or preconception focus such as just starting to plan, or you've been trying to conceive for a while a Fertility consultation is the right place to begin. If your concerns are in the area of hormonal imbalance, menstrual cycle support, thyroid support, energy, or digestion, a Naturopathic consultation may suit you better. Not sure? Send me a message or book a Strategy Call and I'll point you in the right direction.
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What's the difference between a Fertility Consultation and the Align Preconception program?
Individually booked consultations are ideal if you prefer flexibility, or if your appointments are likely to be spaced out over a longer period of time. The Align Preconception Programme suits those who are ready to commit to a structured, guided experience. Whether you are actively trying to conceive, preparing for IVF, or laying the groundwork before you start, the program takes you through preconception and fertility care step by step, with in-depth health analysis and educational resources built in, and offers a saving compared to booking sessions individually.​​
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Can a Naturopath help with infertility?
Infertility affects a significant and growing proportion of people of reproductive age globally. Research published in Human Reproduction has highlighted a changing and concerning tide in human fertility, driven by lifestyle, environmental, and biological factors, many of which are modifiable. This is where naturopathic support has a meaningful role to play. Through dietary therapy, nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, and lifestyle medicine, a naturopath works to address the modifiable factors that may be contributing to fertility challenges. Rather than accepting "unexplained infertility" as a full stop, naturopathic care looks for the underlying picture and supports the body's own capacity to find balance.
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Can you work alongside my specialists and Doctors?
​Absolutely. I believe that a collaborative approach is best for your care. I can work collaboratively alongside your GP, gynaecologist, fertility specialist, acupuncturist, midwife or any other practitioner involved in your care. Naturopathic support is designed to complement conventional medicine not replace it and I'd be happy to communicate with your team.
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How much are your consultations?
​Consultation fees vary depending on appointment type and whether you're coming as an individual or a couple. Initial Fertility consultations range from $319-$359, with follow-up consultations ranging from $169-$199. We also have our ALIGN Preconception Care Program ranging from $702-812 depending on whether you book as an individual or as a couple. You can find more information on our pricing and services on our Services Page.
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Can I get a fertility or hormone test done with you?
​Yes. I can order or offer a range of functional fertility and hormone tests, including blood, Dutch, urine, and saliva-based options. Testing is discussed during your consultation based on what's most relevant for you. Find out more about our functional testing offerings here: Functional Testing
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Can you organise sperm testing or male factor fertility testing?
Yes. I can recommend and help arrange a range of hormone and reproductive tests for male partners. This is discussed during your consultation so we can identify what's most useful for your specific situation, and based on your location.​​
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Is an online Fertility consultation the same as in person?
Online consultations cover everything an in-person appointment does. A thorough health history, review of your results, a tailored plan, and any supplement or lifestyle recommendations. The only difference is the screen between us, and most clients find it just as thorough and far more convenient.​​​​​​​​​
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Do you offer fertility naturopathy support online in Australia?
Yes, our Naturopathic fertility consultations are held via video call online so you can access our services from the comfort of your location.
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Ready to find your missing piece?
Book your free 15-minute strategy call
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If you're not sure where to start, or whether this is the right fit for you? Book a free Strategy Call. It is a relaxed conversation where we can talk through where you are at, what you have already tried, and what working together might look like.
In my experience working with many women in the fertility and thyroid space, I believe we need to go beyond standard thyroid testing, to understand not just production but conversion, utilisation, and immune involvement, because that's what truly impacts your metabolism, energy, and fertility.
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Nicole Peasnell, Naturopath (Bachelor of Naturopathy), Brisbane