
Katy Bradbury
BANT Registered Nutritionist and Former Nurse
Saturday 27th September 12.00-13.00
Katy Bradbury is a women’s health specialist with a background in nursing, public health, nutrition, and anthropology. Drawing on nearly two decades of clinical and research experience, she works at the intersection of science and lived experience, helping women understand their bodies beyond the limitations of mainstream narratives. Katy has a special interest in the vaginal microbiome—an often-overlooked ecosystem with profound implications for fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and lifelong health. She is passionate about translating complex research into clear, accessible information that encourages women to make informed choices without fear or shame. Through her clinical work, teaching, and public speaking, Katy blends evidence-based knowledge with a deep awareness of cultural, historical, and systemic influences on women’s health. Her mission is to shift the conversation from “fixing problems” to understanding the body’s signals, reconnecting women with their innate wisdom, and addressing root causes for sustainable wellbeing.




Talk: The vaginal microbiome as the missing link for fertility and women's health
We’ve all heard about the gut microbiome—but did you know there’s another
microbial community that can make or break women’s health? The vaginal microbiome
is a delicate ecosystem that plays a vital role in fertility, pregnancy outcomes, infection risk, and even how we experience the hormonal shifts of perimenopause. In this talk, women’s health specialist Katy Bradbury will reveal why this “missing link” is so often overlooked in medical conversations, and what the latest science tells us about protecting and supporting it. We’ll explore how life stages, hormones, sex, stress, and lifestyle choices all shape the vaginal microbiome, and how small changes can make
a big difference. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of this remarkable internal environment—and how nurturing it could be a game-changer for reproductive health
and healthy ageing.
