TESTIMONIALS

The IPN mentorship program exceeded my expectations and I am honored to be part of a community of like-minded professionals in this space. Lily provides a wealth of evidence-backed knowledge and clinical experience across every single domain of pregnancy (and postpartum) that can be influenced by nutrition. I have a PhD and clinical experience working with pregnant women and yet I learned SO MUCH from this program. Now I fully feel confident calling myself a “Specialist in Prenatal Nutrition”.

Enrolling in the Institute of Prenatal Nutrition’s program has been a transformative experience for my clinical practice. The program significantly expanded my knowledge and clinical skills, preparing me comprehensively for nutrition management across the entire perinatal period. From enhancing fertility to managing symptoms and complications, and ensuring both mother and baby are well-nourished, the depth of training I received was invaluable.

I am deeply grateful for the experience, as it has empowered me to become a more effective and confident provider in the perinatal space. The insights and practical tools gained have made a lasting impact on my ability to support and guide my clients through this critical life stage.

Having Lily as a mentor and going through IPN was an incredible experience. I’ve gained so much knowledge, depth, and clarity in navigating prenatal nutrition, and feel confident in supporting clients (through a variety of conditions) to optimize their pregnancy and postpartum journeys!

This mentorship is thorough, detail oriented, and takes a deep dive into relevant literature and research. The case study presentations were an invaluable part of this program, as it was so helpful to hear how other practitioners would approach navigating a specific client situation.

I appreciate getting to know Lily more personally and learn from her directly, the level of care, attention to detail, and time she has put into this program + content, and getting to know the other practitioners. I’m so grateful I had the opportunity to be a part of this program, and highly recommend it to all that are interested!

Joining the IPN program has been one of the most valuable professional experiences I’ve had. The content is incredibly well-structured, starting with foundational knowledge and building up to detailed, evidence-based guidance. I appreciated the clear materials that I could return to anytime, as well as the depth and nuance provided through Q&A calls. What stood out most was the supportive atmosphere and the chance to ask anything. I also loved the space to connect with other professionals. The program gave me clarity and confidence in my client work, especially around complex pregnancy scenarios. I now feel more grounded in my recommendations. I’d absolutely recommend this program to any practitioner working with women in the perinatal period.

As a board certified Ob/gyn in practice for 10 years, I learned a wealth of knowledge that was never introduced to me in medical school, four years of residency and even current practice. Lily’s IPN course should be a prerequisite for anyone practicing medicine.

This course has enriched my practice immensely! I found it so beneficial week-by-week with current patients. The level and amount of content was extensive and I intend to go back over all of my notes as I integrate all that I have learned. This course went over and above my expectations and I am so happy I decided to join!

IPN helped me solidify knowledge and build confidence to guide clients through the entire pre-conception to postpartum experience, including and perhaps particularly with more complicated cases.

I highly recommend IPN to providers who want to invest the time, to up their game, when it comes to evidence based nutritional guidance during pregnancy. We tend to make recommendations from our own prior experience, but just learning the interaction between GDM and Preeclampsia was like a light bulb went off. Having the ability to help a client readjust her diet to a whole foods diet and have realistic goals for protein intake is a huge benefit for me as a midwife!

This program gave me so much more confidence in navigating the nuanced and often difficult conversations that come up in prenatal nutrition counseling in a way that felt practical and applicable to real client care. I loved the combination of evidence-based education, personalized feedback from Lily and other practitioners, and the breakout rooms/case studies, which made the learning experience feel collaborative, supportive, and directly relevant to clinical practice.

The IPN mentorship program was a truly enriching experience, both professionally and personally. The live mentorship format fostered a collaborative and growth-oriented peer experience, providing valuable mutual input. Lily, as a mentor, is incredibly generous in sharing her knowledge and is rigorous and committed to her performance and analytical standards. Her clinical and research experience supports this program, which challenges the status quo and critically examines the evidence to deliver a high-quality course that translates into professional skills accessible to our clients, thus contributing to the health of future generations. I’m leaving with a wealth of up-to-date and relevant resources to impact my community from a whole-foods and lifestyle perspective that truly supports a healthy pregnancy and postpartum period.  Highly recommended.

Joining the Institute for Prenatal Nutrition course with Lily has been one of the most valuable investments in both my professional and personal life. As one of the very few real food dietitians in Israel, I work closely with women through fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, blood sugar balance, and hormonal health, and this course completely broadened and deepened my education in prenatal nutrition.

The course gave me a much stronger evidence-based foundation and helped me feel even more confident supporting women through pregnancy and postpartum with practical, real food guidance. Practicing in Israel, I often help women navigate a very conventional medical system, and I now feel far more equipped to back my recommendations with research while helping clients make informed, individualized decisions with confidence.

One of the most special parts of this experience is that I actually became pregnant in the middle of the course! I’m just finishing my first trimester with baby number 5, and it has genuinely been my smoothest first trimester yet. Applying what I was learning in real time made such a difference in my energy and overall experience, and deepened my trust in this work even more.

I’m incredibly grateful for the education, mentorship, and perspective this course provided, and I know it will continue to impact both my clients and my own family for years to come.

I loved this course and would highly recommend it to any practitioner looking to deepen their clinical knowledge and improve their client communication skills. The assignments were applicable to real-world practice, and pushed me to think more critically about troubleshooting and creating individualized recommendations for clients. The weekly group calls were another highlight – it was incredibly valuable to learn directly from Lily and connect with other practitioners in the program. I’m excited to apply everything I learned in my practice moving forward.

IPN has been a valuable investment that has changed my prenatal nutrition care and bettered my patient outcomes. The information is in-depth and complex enough for clinical learning but also presented in a way where it is applicable to patient care!

The education I received from IPN has been invaluable. The course content is thorough, in-depth, and provides practical information. Lily is a great teacher and was always available to answer questions. I highly recommend IPN!

I had high expectations since I have been following Lily for a long time and love all of her work, but IPN really exceeded my expectations. Lily’s ability to structure the content in a clear, accessible, and highly engaging way made the learning process seamless and extremely enjoyable. The depth and thoroughness of the training and everything I’ve learnt with her have completely transformed my nutrition practice, empowering me to offer even better support to my clients. I can’t be more grateful to have found Lily and IPN in my nutrition education journey.  

If you love Lily’s books and crave MORE information, this is IT. Not only did it provide even more incredible information, but helped me feel more qualified as a practitioner. I felt “at home” in the mentorship, learning alongside likeminded individuals.

I really value Lily Nichols’ knowledge, resources and experience in prenatal nutrition and have been using her book and sharing her book with clients since it came out in 2018. I have been a midwife for many many years with a focus in nutrition, I have studied a number of books and worked at incorporating what I learned with clients. After completing the mentoring program, my depth of knowledge and understanding increased so much and my ability to help guide clients to refine eating choices has made a big difference in meeting the macro and micronutrient requirements for a healthy pregnancy.

If you are wanting to specialize in the space of pregnancy nutrition, I can’t recommend IPN enough. The knowledge gained from IPN has allowed me to feel so much more confident in my recommendations to clients and know that what I’m sharing is evidenced-based and up-to-date. Lily is a wealth of knowledge and being able to pick her brain each week on various topics and as questions came up was absolutely priceless.

The IPN program exceeded my expectations in every way. Prior to enrolling I had already read all of Lily’s books and was concerned that I wouldn’t gain enough from the program to make it worth it, but I ended up being pleasantly surprised by how much additional knowledge I was able to acquire in such a short time. I felt that the curriculum was extremely comprehensive and adequately prepared me for challenging clinical scenarios. I definitely feel like I am a much more competent and confident clinician thanks to completing the IPN training. 

The IPN program has an astounding amount of knowledge on prenatal nutrition — it will boost your practitioner confidence from competent to exceptional. Lily has poured her heart into this program and it shows. The time and care she devotes to each member of the group is unparalleled and also not available in any other program.

IPN has given me the tools to become a subject matter expert in the realm of prenatal nutrition and allowed me to deepen my understanding of the symbiotic relationship between nutrition and the growth and development of our future generations. This is a must-do!

The course was amazing. Lily’s in-depth knowledge, research focused content and vast clinical experience was truly appreciated. She drew on the research and her clinical knowledge to answer all of our questions comprehensively. Not only did I learn a lot from Lily, but also the other course members with their insightful questions. The case studies were very valuable and assignments were spot on – I enjoyed it all.

The IPN program was everything I wanted it to be. It goes far beyond anything you learn in traditional tertiary education (which is not much to be honest) and is grounded in both research and clinical experience. Lily is so knowledgeable and so personable. This course really is a fast-track for accelerating your specialist knowledge, confidence and ability to serve your clients at an exceptional level.

IPN exceeded my expectations! I learned so much evidence-based information and Lily was there every step of the way to help us gain clarity and apply this information in a practical setting. The only regret I have is not signing up for this course earlier. I am excited to take this knowledge with me to help better nourish my future clients!

What a wealth of information! I absolutely LOVED this program. Overall, the information was organized well, which made it approachable and less overwhelming to take in. This mentorship builds the perfect foundation for a practitioner in the prenatal nutrition space. The dynamic conversations that occurred were invaluable. I cannot recommend this program enough.

It has been such an incredible experience learning from Lily through IPN. I have been a big fan of Lily’s books and to be able to learn from her in more in-depth sessions around prenatal nutrition, the science backing it, and being amongst other incredible like-minded women in the field was so inspiring. Thank you Lily for everything you do! Your work is so needed and I can’t wait to take what I have learned with you and bring it into my practice.

I am so grateful I came across the information that led me to this IPN mentorship program! Lily has a wealth of knowledge in this area and I am so grateful she wants to share it. She is very down-to-earth, kind, and helped to make learning new skills less stressful. Her assistant Caitlin (who is also a dietitian) was also very helpful with some uncharted territory. Because of this course I have more tools, resources, and insight to better assist all of my clients in their nutritional needs and overall well-being. So far, this is the best investment choice I have made in my career as a midwife, doula, and fertility therapist.

The knowledge gained throughout this program has given me the confidence to apply these concepts in my practice working 1:1 with clients. Even with a masters in nutrition, NOTHING in my program comes even close to the depth of pregnancy nutrition information provided in IPN. You will not find a more detailed, comprehensive, specialization program out there! Having direct access to Lily is SO invaluable and the knowledge gained from peers throughout the program is a huge added bonus! I cannot say enough amazing things about this experience.

Participating in IPN was such a fantastic professional experience for me. Under Lily´s guidance, I was able to deepen my knowledge base on how to assist women to optimize their health and baby’s health during pregnancy and beyond. The program allowed me to gain more confidence reading scientific literature and turning it into practical information for mommas in their day-to-day life. I highly recommend the IPN program to any professional looking for a live, intensive experience with hands-on guidance from a global leader in the women’s health space! Thank you Lily and IPN for such a terrific learning opportunity!

IPN is a well rounded program that gives its students the confidence to break through misinformation in the nutrition industry along with the knowledge to support pregnant women through even the most difficult pregnancy complications such as preeclampsia. Hands down one of the best educational investments I’ve made!

IPN has been one of the most transformative learning experiences since completing grad school for nutrition. The curriculum is exceptionally comprehensive, rich in research, and filled with valuable case studies. It covers all facets of pre and postnatal nutrition, such as lifestyle considerations, supplementation, symptom management and so much more. This holistic approach ensures that many aspects of prenatal and postnatal care are addressed, providing a well-rounded and thorough understanding of the subject matter.

I am incredibly grateful for Lily’s mentorship. Her guidance was not limited to the weekly calls, but extended into the group forum, where we had the opportunity to ask questions and receive detailed feedback. This interactive platform allowed for continuous learning and engagement with the material, fostering a deeper understanding and practical application of the concepts taught.

Feeling more prepared than ever to work with prenatal clients, I am now equipped with robust, evidence-based information. The pregnancy and postpartum space can often be challenging to navigate, with practical information sometimes being difficult to find. However, this certification course has been invaluable, ensuring that I can provide high-level care to my patients. The confidence and knowledge I have gained from this program are unparalleled, and I am excited to implement what I have learned in my practice.

This course has not only enhanced my professional capabilities but has also enriched my personal growth as a nutritionist. The blend of academic rigor and practical application offered by IPN is truly unique, making it an indispensable resource for anyone looking to specialize in prenatal nutrition. Couldn’t recommend it enough. 🙂

Prior to enrolling in IPN, I had been a loyal longtime follower and fan of Lily’s. As a personalized nutrition practitioner with a master’s degree in nutrition with a passion for prenatal nutrition, I had read Real Food for Pregnancy, Real Food for Gestational Diabetes, and completed Women’s Health Academy courses, but having the opportunity to learn first-hand from Lily herself was absolutely invaluable.

The quality and quantity of science-backed information presented throughout IPN goes beyond what you would receive in a traditional educational program. It has truly been instrumental in enhancing my level of care and support for my pregnant and postpartum clients, and it has given me the confidence to take on more complex client cases that I may have not been comfortable with previously. I definitely feel confident knowing that I have a much greater knowledge base regarding nutritional needs and demands, essential vitamins and minerals, as well as specific lab tests to inquire about that may be overlooked by conventional medicine doctors.

My absolute favorite part of IPN was getting to know Lily on a more personal level and having the opportunity to engage in thorough conversations with the group as a whole. All of the practitioners were so different and came from various personal and professional backgrounds.
We all had unique experiences and knowledge to share with the group, which made every session so interesting and enjoyable.

I would absolutely, hands-down recommend the IPN certification for anyone that is interested in working with women who are pregnant, postpartum or trying to conceive. What Lily has created is so unique and incredibly invaluable, and I feel so honored to have been a part of the
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I was thrilled when I heard Lily was going to do a mentorship program — I’ve been asking about one for a couple of years! She is an incredible wealth of information and I often look to her for advice, research, and direction on protocols with my clients. 

Simply being able to ask any question and pick her brain was such a valuable experience. The content provided offers a deep dive into all topics related to pregnancy and postpartum. It covers the research, the current recommendations, and how new data supports changing those recommendations. 

As a clinician, it gives you the tools to feel confident providing care for optimal results with your clients, not just base-level results. Again, the Q&A sessions and case studies were an incredible opportunity to dive even further and understand where the breakdown often happens in research vs. practice. 

No matter what your discipline, if you work with pregnant or postpartum clients, as well as those trying to conceive, this mentorship will enrich both your knowledge and change your practice. This is the future of providing optimal care and support for pregnancy. And its impact — as you’ll learn! — extends well into the health and well-being of both mom and baby. 

I can’t recommend IPN enough. Lily and her team have worked hard to provide an incredible program with rich content backed by research and with guest speakers that are the best in their field. The program was well worth the wait!

Completing the IPN mentorship with Lily really took my client practice to the next level. We spent a lot of the mentorship diving deep into research, troubleshooting different case studies and learned ways to better support clients who might be experiencing a variety of symptoms in pregnancy. Having the ability to learn from Lily and the other practitioners in this mentorship was an incredible opportunity that I would highly recommend!

If you’re looking for a comprehensive training and mentorship program in prenatal nutrition, this is it — I’ve been searching for something like this for years.

I came into the IPN program feeling pretty confident in my prenatal nutrition knowledge, but I really wanted to dive deeper into topics such as lab testing, preeclampsia, etc. I was very impressed by the depth of information we covered, but also loved how Lily can break it down in a way that’s easy to comprehend and apply in practice. An added bonus was getting to pick Lily’s brain during the Q&A calls, and also interact with other practitioners in the field and hear their questions and perspectives.

Coming out of this program, I 100% achieved my goals – I am more confident as a prenatal nutritionist, and I also have a network of like-minded practitioners that I can connect with if I have a question or a challenging case. I am so incredibly grateful for this program and could not recommend it enough!

Participating in this program was by far the best thing I have done this year. It allowed me to immerse myself in material which I am passionate about and learn a cutting edge, evidence based curriculum. This isn’t material you learn in school; it is far more in depth. Lily is a wonderful teacher — thorough, practical and well researched. She put great care into crafting this program and ensuring a wonderful student experience.