Perimenopause & Menopause Dietitian in Melbourne
Looking for a menopause dietitian in Melbourne? You don’t have to navigate perimenopause or menopause alone. Our Accredited Practising Dietitians help you manage symptoms and support your long-term health through this transition, with personalised, evidence-based nutrition care across six Melbourne clinics or via telehealth.
- Telehealth Australia-wide
- Medicare & private health rebates
- No referral needed to book
Our dietitians provide nutrition support alongside your GP or specialist — including if you’re considering or already using hormone therapy. We don’t diagnose menopause or replace medical advice on hormone treatment.
Why See a Menopause Dietitian in Melbourne
Perimenopause is the transitional phase leading into menopause, when oestrogen and progesterone levels fluctuate before periods stop altogether — changes recognised by the Australasian Menopause Society as a normal part of the reproductive lifespan. This shift can affect energy, sleep, mood, metabolism and body composition — changes that are a normal part of life, but ones nutrition can genuinely help you navigate.
Common changes during this transition can include:
- ✓ Hot flushes and night sweats
- ✓ Sleep that feels lighter or more disrupted
- ✓ Brain fog or trouble concentrating
- ✓ Joint aches and stiffness
- ✓ Shifts in energy, mood and metabolism
The hormonal changes of this stage are also linked to longer-term shifts in bone density and cardiovascular health, which is why our approach looks beyond symptom relief to your overall health through and after menopause.
How We Support You
- ✓ Nutrition strategies to help support energy, sleep and mood through hormonal change
- ✓ Guidance on protein, fibre and gut health to support metabolism and digestion
- ✓ Calcium, vitamin D and bone-protective nutrition to support long-term bone health
- ✓ Heart-healthy eating to support cardiovascular health through and after menopause
- ✓ Practical, non-judgemental support for changes in body composition, including weight and visceral fat — no fad diets, no quick fixes
If you’re using a GLP-1 medication as part of your weight management care, our dietitians can support the nutrition side of this alongside your GP or prescriber — with a particular focus on protecting your muscle mass, strength and protein intake, not just the number on the scale. InBody Scan body composition analysis can help track these changes accurately, so your nutrition plan can target visceral fat specifically as your body changes.
We don’t prescribe or advise on GLP-1 or other weight-management medications — that sits with your GP or specialist. Our role is the nutrition side of your care, working alongside them.
What to Expect From Your First Consultation
Whether you’re noticing irregular cycles, sleep changes, low energy, mood shifts or weight changes, your first session is built around your story, not a generic checklist.
- ✓ A comprehensive health, symptom and lifestyle history
- ✓ A review of any relevant blood test results — we can request these for you if you don’t already have them
- ✓ Discussion of any current hormone therapy or treatment, in coordination with your GP or specialist
- ✓ A personalised nutrition plan aligned with your symptoms, goals and food preferences
- ✓ Practical, realistic strategies you can actually sustain
Ongoing Support, At Your Pace
Perimenopause and menopause aren’t a single event — symptoms can shift over months and years. That’s why your dietitian provides specific take-home resources designed for this stage of life, along with a clear action plan that focuses on one or two priorities at a time, so changes feel manageable rather than overwhelming.
Structured follow-up sessions let us track how you’re feeling, adjust your plan as things change, and keep your nutrition strategy working with you, not against you.
Not sure which consultation type suits you? See our consultation and program options →
Your Women’s Health Team
Racha Slim, Founder and Principal Dietitian, supervises NutriBlooms’ team of Accredited Practising Dietitians, supporting women through every stage of hormonal change — perimenopause and menopause included.
NutriBlooms Awards:
- Dietitians Australia and Griffith University Quality in Primary Care Award
- Local Business Award Winner – Outstanding Health Improvement Services
- Quality Business Award Winner – Quality Rating Over 95%
Frequently Asked Questions
What’s the difference between perimenopause and menopause?
Perimenopause is the transitional period before periods stop, often lasting several years and marked by fluctuating hormones. Menopause is reached once you’ve gone 12 months without a period. Nutrition needs can shift across both stages, and your dietitian will tailor advice to where you’re at.
Can diet really help with perimenopause and menopause symptoms?
Nutrition can play a meaningful role in supporting energy, sleep, mood, metabolism, bone health and heart health through this transition. It isn’t a cure for symptoms, but evidence-based dietary strategies, tailored to you, can make a real difference alongside any medical treatment you’re using.
Do I need a GP referral to see a dietitian?
No referral is needed for private sessions, but you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate with a GP referral under a Chronic Disease Management plan. See our referrals & claiming page →
Can a dietitian help with menopause-related weight changes?
Yes. We help you understand the metabolic changes happening during this stage and build a sustainable, individualised nutrition approach — not a quick fix or restrictive diet.
Will my dietitian work alongside my GP or specialist, including for hormone therapy?
Yes. Nutrition support complements medical care — we work alongside your GP or specialist and don’t provide advice on hormone therapy itself, which sits within their care.
Is telehealth available for perimenopause and menopause support?
Yes. We offer telehealth consultations across Australia, alongside in-person appointments at our six Melbourne clinics.
Can you help if I’m using a GLP-1 medication for weight management?
Yes. While we don’t prescribe or advise on the medication itself, which sits with your GP or specialist, our dietitians support the nutrition side — helping protect your muscle mass, strength and protein intake while focusing on visceral fat rather than the number on the scale. InBody Scan body composition analysis can help track these changes accurately over time.
Will my dietitian look at my blood test results?
Yes. Reviewing relevant blood test results is part of your assessment, and we can request these for you if you don’t already have them. This helps your dietitian build a fuller picture alongside your symptoms, goals and lifestyle.
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Ready to Feel Supported Through This Stage?
As a trusted menopause dietitian in Melbourne, our Accredited Practising Dietitians are here to help — whether you’re navigating perimenopause symptoms now or planning ahead for menopause. Book online, in person across our six Melbourne clinics, or via telehealth from anywhere in Australia. Medicare, NDIS and private health rebates may apply.