Pregnancy Nutrition
Pregnancy Nutrition Dietitian in Chennai
Pregnancy brings a lot of food advice from family, friends and the internet. We help you sort through it and eat well for each trimester, in a way that suits your appetite, preferences and routine.
Consult at our Perumbakkam clinic or online. Our guidance complements the care of your obstetrician; it never replaces it.
Who This Is For
- Women planning a pregnancy who want to prepare their nutrition
- Expectant mothers in any trimester
- Women whose doctor has asked them to watch weight gain or blood sugar during pregnancy
- Vegetarian mothers who want to plan protein, iron and calcium
- New mothers after delivery, including during breastfeeding
Common Concerns We Help With
- Nausea, food aversions and poor appetite
- Heartburn and constipation
- Too much or too little weight gain
- Traditional food beliefs - what to keep and what to question
- Planning iron, calcium and protein in a vegetarian diet
- Eating well with a busy work schedule
What Your Consultation Includes
- An assessment of your trimester, appetite, routine, food preferences and any advice from your obstetrician
- A review of recent reports such as haemoglobin, thyroid and blood sugar, if available
- A trimester-appropriate meal plan built on home foods
- Practical tips for managing common discomforts through food
- Follow-ups as your needs change through pregnancy and after delivery
- Personalized exercise and yoga guidance as part of your diet chart - planned from your assessment, health condition and your doctor's advice, at no extra cost
How the Process Works
- Step 1
Book
Choose an in-clinic or online slot that suits your schedule.
- Step 2
Assessment
We go through your trimester, your doctor's advice, reports and food habits.
- Step 3
Your plan
Simple, nourishing meal ideas for your stage of pregnancy.
- Step 4
Follow-up
We update the plan as your trimester, appetite and reports change.
Your dietitian
Your Dietitian
Dt. Vaisnavi Gunasekaran is a clinical nutritionist & dietitian and the founder of The Diet Desk in Perumbakkam, Chennai. Every plan starts with a detailed assessment of your health, routine and food habits, and is built around the home-cooked Indian food you already enjoy.
- Qualifications
- M.Sc Clinical Nutrition & Dietetics (University Gold Medalist) · Diploma in Naturopathy & Yogic Sciences (DNYS) · Certified Diabetic Educator
- Experience
- 6+ years of experience in clinical nutrition, guiding 500+ clients with personalized diet plans for weight management, diabetes, PCOD/PMOS, pregnancy and other health conditions.
In-Clinic & Online
Consultations in English & Tamil.
In-clinic in Perumbakkam
Meet the dietitian in person at our Perumbakkam clinic. Convenient for Sholinganallur, Medavakkam, Sithalapakkam, Navalur and the OMR corridor.
Online consultation
Consult by video or phone from home or office, anywhere. You get the same assessment, personalized plan and follow-ups.
Pregnancy Nutrition: FAQs
Should I be "eating for two"?
Your needs do increase, but gradually, and mostly in quality rather than quantity. Your plan will reflect your stage of pregnancy.
Will you change the supplements my doctor prescribed?
No. Supplements and medicines are decided by your obstetrician. We plan your meals around them.
I have morning sickness and can barely eat. Can you help?
Yes. We look at small, frequent meals and foods you can tolerate, and suggest you inform your doctor if you can't keep food down.
Do you help after delivery too?
Yes. We support new mothers with nutrition during recovery and breastfeeding.
Do I have to pay separately for exercise or yoga?
No. Exercise and yoga guidance is part of your diet chart, not a separate service. It is planned from your assessment - your health condition, fitness, age and your doctor's advice - and comes at no extra cost.
Book a Pregnancy Nutrition Consultation
Book an in-clinic or online consultation, or message us on WhatsApp with any questions.
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This information is educational and does not replace advice from your doctor or emergency care. Your plan depends on an individual assessment. Please tell us about any medical conditions and medicines. Read the full disclaimer.