Monique Cormack Nutrition

Monique Cormack Nutrition Monique Cormack is an accredited nutritionist with expertise in fertility and pregnancy support.

Monique sees clients from around the world through her virtual clinic. She is passionate about helping women balance their hormones, optimise their body for fertility, have a healthy pregnancy and more. Monique is also a healthy foodie and is the founder of popular recipe blog Nourish Every Day.

Plant Proteins for Fertility - an easy nutrition swap that supports ovulation!⁣Research has found a positive association...
16/07/2026

Plant Proteins for Fertility - an easy nutrition swap that supports ovulation!⁣

Research has found a positive association between ovulation and swapping some of your protein intake to plant sources (vs animal sources). More plant proteins -> reduced risk of ovulation disorders.⁣

Plant protein sources can include:

🍲 Soy foods like edamame, tofu and tempeh
🥜 Nuts (including peanuts)
🌱 Seeds such as h**p, chia and flax
🫘 Legumes like lentils, chickpeas and beans
🥣 Quinoa and buckwheat (technically seeds, but we eat them like grains)

Beyond protein, these foods are also rich in fibre, antioxidants and key nutrients like folate, iron, zinc and magnesium - all of which play a role in overall reproductive health.

Save this as a reminder to add plant protein to your next meal 💛

It’s been a while! Here’s a little recap of the last few months, work and otherwise. ✌️
09/07/2026

It’s been a while! Here’s a little recap of the last few months, work and otherwise. ✌️

14/04/2026

Obsessed with this find 🌿 My friend Neda just launched .thelabel - eco-friendly, non-toxic PJs made from OEKO-TEX® certified bamboo - and I cannot stop thinking about how good this is.

You might not think much about what you sleep in, but what touches your skin overnight (for hours, every night) does matter - especially when you’re thinking about your health and hormones.

In the preconception space, reducing your toxin exposure is something I talk about with clients, and one aspect of this can be choosing more natural fabrics/fibres. It doesn’t have to be overwhelming - sometimes it’s just starting with the basics, like what you wear to bed.

So proud of her 🤍

Early pregnancy nutrition doesn’t need to be overwhelming, but there are a few nutrients worth knowing about 🌿⁣⁣Swipe th...
12/04/2026

Early pregnancy nutrition doesn’t need to be overwhelming, but there are a few nutrients worth knowing about 🌿⁣
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Swipe through for 4 nutrients to prioritise in the first trimester, plus the foods that deliver them. Save this one for reference!⁣
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➡️ Folate ⁣
➡️ Iodine ⁣
➡️ Vitamin B12 ⁣
➡️ Choline⁣
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Each of these plays a specific role in your baby’s development during those early weeks — from neural tube formation to brain development to thyroid support. And yes, eggs appear on almost every slide for good reason 🥚⁣
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I’ve also just published a full blog post on this topic with the science behind each nutrient, how much you need, and where supplementation might be worth considering. Link in bio 🔗⁣
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Any questions? Drop them below 👇⁣
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Can cinnamon support PCOS and fertility health? 🧡⁣⁣Cinnamon has been getting some attention for its potential to improve...
07/04/2026

Can cinnamon support PCOS and fertility health? 🧡⁣
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Cinnamon has been getting some attention for its potential to improve insulin sensitivity - which is a big piece of the puzzle when it comes to PCOS and fertility.⁣
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How can cinnamon help?⁣
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Some small studies suggest that regularly including cinnamon may:⁣
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✨ Help reduce insulin resistance and lower fasting blood sugar⁣
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✨ Support more regular menstrual cycles⁣
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Sounds great, right? But before you start adding it to everything...⁣
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It’s not a magic fix. The research is still early, and studies have used a wide range of doses.⁣
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Still, adding about 1 tsp of cinnamon into your day can be an easy, tasty way to support your overall fertility and support PCOS symptoms!⁣
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🥕 Try it on porridge, in smoothies or with yoghurt, or sprinkle it on roasted carrots, sweet potato or pumpkin (yes really, it’s so delicious). ⁣
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🧩 Just remember: it’s one small piece of the fertility puzzle, not the whole picture. There are a whole lot of other beneficial foods and nutrients to include! ⁣
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18/03/2026

Beetroot, watermelon & ginger “implantation juice” 🥤 – what does the science actually say?

One small randomised study in women undergoing IVF found those who drank a juice made from fresh beetroot, watermelon and ginger once a day from embryo transfer until their pregnancy test had higher implantation and clinical pregnancy rates than those who didn’t.

Sounds exciting, right? It is interesting - but there are important caveats:
🌀it’s one study from one clinic that hasn’t been independently replicated yet.
🌀it can’t guarantee implantation or “fix” underlying infertility causes.

Why these ingredients?

💡 Beetroot and watermelon are rich in nitrates and L‑citrulline, which support nitric oxide production and blood flow - potentially helpful for the endometrium.

💡 Ginger has anti‑inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
�Together, they may support a more receptive uterine environment.

Bottom line: Beet-watermelon-ginger juice may support blood flow and overall nutrition during the two week wait, with one encouraging study. It’s a low risk addition to your diet.💗

You deserve evidence‑informed advice and hope, and they can absolutely coexist.

“Trimester Zero” is everywhere right now, and like most trends, there’s a grain of truth buried under a whole lot of noi...
02/03/2026

“Trimester Zero” is everywhere right now, and like most trends, there’s a grain of truth buried under a whole lot of noise.

Preconception health does matter.
But turning it into a year-long project of fear, restriction, and expensive tests? That’s not supportive care, that’s burnout-in-disguise.

As a nutritionist (and someone who pushed “health” so far I lost my period for 5+ years), I want you to know:

🩵 You do not have to earn your fertility through perfection.
💚 You deserve evidence-based guidance that supports your mental health as much as your hormones.

Let’s bring preconception care back to balance, nuance and compassion - not guilt.

If you’ve been trying to conceive and quietly wondering…⁣⁣“Is it time to get help?” This post is for you.⁣⁣There’s some ...
19/02/2026

If you’ve been trying to conceive and quietly wondering…⁣
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“Is it time to get help?” This post is for you.⁣
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There’s some confusion around how long is “normal” to try before seeing a fertility specialist. ⁣
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💛 Some people are anxious to see someone asap. Others may wait longer than they need to because they feel like seeking support means they’ve somehow failed.⁣
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As a general guide:⁣
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🌀 female under 35, it’s recommended to seek support after 12 months of trying⁣
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🌀female 35 and over → after 6 months⁣
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🌀 see someone sooner if cycles are irregular, periods are absent, or there are known conditions like PCOS or endometriosis⁣
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🌀 and remember - male factor fertility contributes in around 1 in 3 cases, so if things aren’t working out please make sure that where relevant, both partners are properly evaluated⁣
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Getting support isn’t dramatic. It isn’t impatient.⁣
And it certainly isn’t giving up.⁣
🤫 pssst it also doesn’t necessarily mean you’re headed for IVF. ⁣
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If you have an appointment coming up, this is also the perfect time to optimise your nutrition, lifestyle and supplement plan so you’re walking in prepared and confident.⁣
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p.s. Thanks to and the team at for contributing a longer blog post on this topic - you can check it out on my website if you’d like to know more about what seeing a specialist involves.

Male Fertility was the last subject I completed as part of my (ongoing!) Master of Reproductive Medicine - and I wanted ...
16/02/2026

Male Fertility was the last subject I completed as part of my (ongoing!) Master of Reproductive Medicine - and I wanted to share a few key takeaways with you because male fertility deserves WAY more attention than it gets!⁣
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Here are 4 things I learned that every couple (and health practitioner!) should know:⁣
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✅ Ideally, get more than one semen analysis – especially if something unusual is picked up. And make sure you follow lab instructions around abstinence before sample collection and please collect the whole sample. Really.⁣
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✅ It’s not all about the semen analysis! Hormones (and sometimes genetics) can also play a big role in male fertility.⁣
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🚫 Anabolic steroids are a huge red flag for fertility. Despite what you might hear, s***m parameters don’t always bounce back after stopping – some men never fully recover.⁣
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🚫 S***m DNA fragmentation can impact conception and miscarriage risk, but it’s not always tested. If fragmentation is high, it’s time to load up on antioxidants (from both food and, where appropriate, supplements).⁣
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The bottom line? There’s so much we can do to better understand and support male fertility and it absolutely deserves to be part of the fertility conversation. 💙⁣
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Is there such a thing as a specific “IVF diet”? 🤔Not quite… but that doesn’t mean nutrition isn’t important. In fact, IV...
11/02/2026

Is there such a thing as a specific “IVF diet”? 🤔

Not quite… but that doesn’t mean nutrition isn’t important. In fact, IVF is often one of the biggest physical and emotional investments someone can make on their fertility journey and nutrition is one of the few areas where you do have some degree of control.

💛 Nutrition can support egg quality, s***m parameters, fertilisation, embryo development and implantation. And it’s not just about “eating healthy” - it’s about targeted, personalised support.

✅ Optimising fertility-specific nutrients
✅ Supporting your body through the demands of treatment
✅ Considering supplements if needed
✅ Making sustainable lifestyle shifts

If you’re prepping for IVF this one’s for you.

✨ If you’re feeling unsure where to start, or want support preparing for IVF, I’d love to help. Book in for a 1:1 consult via the link in my bio.

Save this post for later or send it to someone navigating IVF💛

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