Jessica Whitley Ford
Life Cycle Nutrition – Dietitian Services
About
Hi, I'm Jess an Accredited Practising Dietitian originally from New Zealand and now happily based in sunny Brisbane. I created Life Cycle Nutrition to empower women and families in understanding their unique nutritional needs in a world full of confusing and mixed messages about food and nutrition. I believe that optimising women's health – whether for fertility, pregnancy, postnatal recovery, or general health and wellbeing – is one of the most important foundations for long-term health.
My philosophy is grounded in a holistic, whole-person approach, tailoring support to each individual's needs, lifestyle, and goals. I focus on practical, evidence-based strategies that empower you to feel confident, informed, and supported in your nutrition choices at every stage of life.
Approach: Holistic, whole-person, empowering, practical, evidence-based, warm and supportive
Weight Loss Approach
Holistic, whole-person, evidence-based approach. Weight management is offered as part of women's health, preconception, and pregnancy services, focusing on sustainable nutrition and lifestyle habits tailored to individual goals.
Areas of Expertise
Pricing
Medicare Rebates
Location
Life Cycle Nutrition – Dietitian Services
130 Bennetts Road, Norman Park QLD 4169/4170
Qualifications
- Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD)
Memberships
- Dietitians Australia
Rebates & Insurance
Medicare
Medicare provider (rebates available, likely via Chronic Disease Management/EPC plan). Details on rebate amounts not specified on website; a separate Rebates page is referenced.
Private Health
Private Health Fund rebates available. Specific funds not listed.
Book a Consultation
60-minute one-on-one appointment with Jess; includes detailed nutrition assessment, goal setting, personalised nutrition plan emailed after session, follow-up phone call within two weeks, and individualised supplementation guidance where appropriate.
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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