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Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Katie Kimball - an educator, mother of four, and founder of Raising Healthy Families. Her work began in 2009 with helping families balance nutrition, time, and budget, but when many parents told her they had never learnt to cook, she turned her focus to teaching children cooking skills. That work has since grown to include online courses, a summer camp, a podcast, and her book, The Picky Eater Playbook. Katie shares with us why picky eating is about much more than taste, how getting children involved in the kitchen can shape the way they approach food, and so much more. In this episode, we explore: How Katie found herself working in the picky eating fieldThe benefit of investing in your child’s eatingKatie’s experience with food while raising her childrenHow all of our senses interact with foodCommon misunderstandings about picky eatingWhy Katie discourages saying “just try one bite”Tips for picky eating and food refusalSimplifying cooking with your kidsKatie’s thoughts on hiding vegetables in foodWhat you can do to help your child today Get to know Katie Check out Katie’s website Follow Katie on Instagram Watch Katie’s TEDx Talk “Picky Eating Isn't About the Food” Buy ‘The Picky Eater Playbook’ and pre-order bonuses here  Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail I'm chatting with Danni Duncan, a nutrition and fitness coach and mum of four, who was diagnosed with bowel cancer at 39. We discuss her diagnosis and revisit her childhood diet, talk about what she now knows about the link between ultra-processed foods and gut health, and why what you're feeding your kids today actually matters decades down the track. In this episode, we explore: Danni’s personal health journey and shock diagnosisFood habits in the 1990s vs. nowUnderstanding how processed foods really make you feelHow ultra-processed foods disrupt the gut microbiomeLinks between ultra-processed foods and bowel cancerWhy bowel cancer is rising in younger adultsDanni’s quick tips for easier lunchboxesThe cost myth around eating whole foods vs. ultra-processed foodGet to know Danni Check out Danni’s website Work with Danni Listen to Danni’s podcast Buy Danni’s cookbook ‘Nourishing Little Lives’ Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail This week, I'm talking with Natalie, one of the naturopaths at The Paediatric Naturopath, who is also a trained oral health therapist and orofacial myofunctional therapist. We’re talking about why tonsils, adenoids, and tongue posture matter so much more than most parents realise.  In this episode, we explore:  Why tonsils and adenoids are so important when it comes to children's healthThe research linking obstructive sleep apnoea to IQ, attention, and growthSigns of obstructive sleep breathingIdeal tongue positioning and palette shapePreconception nutrition for airway and jaw developmentThe role of an orofacial myofunctional therapistWhen to see an ear nose and throat specialistExamples of orofacial exercises for childrenThe links between fussy eating and airway issuesThree things you can check tonight if you're worried about your child Get to know Natalie Book an appointment with Natalie Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore: Rita’s personal experience with her children’s oral health and how that shaped her careerChoose your ‘hard’ now to prevent the ‘harder’ laterSigns your child might need to see a speech pathologist or orofacial myologistHow to know if a tongue tie actually needs releasingThe link between tongue posture, chewing, and fussy eatingBaby-led weaning and how it affects jaw and tongue strengthAirway health and its connection to attention and behaviourThe difference between speech and language, and when to seek helpKey takeaways from RitaGet to know Rita Explore Rita’s website Listen to Rita’s podcast ‘Wine with Wita’ Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, I'm talking about ARFID (Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder). I'll chat about why it's so much more than just "fussy eating", how it affects the entire family, and how it's often rooted in nervous system distress rather than behavioural issues, which means many of the common approaches can fail.  In this episode, we explore: What ARFID is and how it looks‘Safe foods’ vs ‘preferred foods’Why the signs of ARFID are often misunderstoodThe gut-brain connectionThe main drivers of ARFIDDifferent categories of ARFIDWhy common strategies for fussy eating failHow we manage ARFID in clinicWant to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail This week, I chat with Tracey Seymour, an accredited mould testing technician and passionate founder of Break The Mould Inspections, who is passionate about helping families in Sydney identify and eliminate mould in their homes. She shares the personal story that launched her on this mission, along with everything she wishes more families knew about this silent household threat. In this episode, we explore: Tracey’s personal story that led her to become a mould inspectorThe difference between mould and mycotoxinsHow mould develops so easilyThings you can do to help prevent mould in your homeThe long-term recovery period of mould illnessWhy it can affect people differently within the same familyDIY mould testing and why it isn’t sufficientThe importance of ventilation and airflow Get to know Tracey Follow Tracey on Instagram Book a mould inspection Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail This week, I’m chatting with Dr Shereen Lim, a general dentist, a specialist in early interceptive care, and the founder of Sparkle Dental in Perth, where she specialises in helping children overcome challenges with infant feeding, swallowing, breathing, chewing, and speech. In this episode, Dr Lim explains the surprising links between oral function and child development, from nasal breathing and tongue ties to red flags when starting solids, and the warning signs to look for in a child who could have breathing issues. In this episode, we explore: Dr Lim’s introduction into paediatric dentistryThe importance of nasal breathingLinks between mouth breathing and sensory processing disordersResting tongue postureOral function red flags when starting solidsPurees vs baby-led weaningNasal disuse and how to test itSigns of tongue ties in breastfeedingConnection between migraines and oral functionSigns and symptoms of breathing issues Get to know Dr Shereen Lim Visit Dr Lim’s website Visit Sparkle Dental’s website Book a consultation at Sparkle Dental Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail This week we’re joined by Dr Elisa Song, a Stanford-, NYU-, and UCSF-trained integrative paediatrician with over 25 years of experience, who is on a mission to bridge the gap between conventional and holistic care for our kids. We're chatting all about Paediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS), what it actually looks like for families and why symptoms can sometimes seem to appear overnight. If you’re feeling overwhelmed trying to connect the dots with your child’s behaviour, health, or sudden changes, this episode will leave you feeling more informed, supported, and empowered.  In this episode, we explore: What a PANS diagnosis meansThe difference between PANS and PANDASIdentifying symptoms and finding the triggersLinks to gut health, diet and PANSThe importance of prebioticsLifestyle changes to support PANSHow vagus nerve support and acupressure can helpThe role of medication in PANS Get to know Dr Elisa Song Follow Dr Elisa on Instagram Connect on Facebook Check out Dr Elisa’s book ‘Healthy Kids, Happy Kids’ Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail This week, I'm joined by Rebecca Khan, an Occupational Therapist specialising in paediatric continence and bowel health. Rebecca shares her evidence-based approach to supporting children and their families with toileting challenges, including how to identify these issues, simple yet powerful strategies to manage them in the long term, and much more. If you're looking to feel more confident and equipped to support your child with compassion and consistency, don't miss this one. In this episode, we explore: How Rebecca came to specialise in toiletingSigns of toilet training readinessThe window of opportunity for toilet trainingReusable versus disposable nappiesCommon causes of urinary incontinenceInvoluntary leakage of stoolLong-term constipation managementStrategies for withholding stoolCorrect posture when sitting on the toiletToileting regressionThe gaps in clinical practices Get to know Rebecca Find out more about Rebecca Book an appointment Check out Rebecca’s free resources for families Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Kimberley Taylor, a Senior Naturopath at The Paediatric Naturopath, as we discuss how a naturopathic approach can support children with ADHD by addressing each child's individual needs. Drawing on her professional expertise and experience as a mother of three, Kim shares practical strategies to help families navigate everyday challenges and create supportive environments for neurodivergent children. In this episode, we explore: Kim’s journey into paediatric naturopathy How motherhood shaped the way Kim works with her patientsA goal-based naturopathic approach to ADHDSome of Kim’s favourite herbs and nutrientsHow Kim assesses deficiencies in childrenMeal & snack ideas for brain functionRecent success cases in the clinicStrategies for challenging mornings and afternoonsHow teachers and schools can support your childBook an appointment with Kimberley Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Elina Castro, a dentist with a special interest in airway-centred dentistry and early interceptive orthodontic care. Dr Elina explains how feeding, sleep behaviours and learning difficulties can relate to airway health, and how she manages these issues in her Sydney-based clinic. We also discuss how breathing, craniofacial development and oral function are connected, why early treatment can support healthy growth, and so much more.  In this episode, we explore: Elina’s journey into airway dentistryDifferences between an airway-focused dentist and a holistic dentistSigns of airway issues in childrenWhy it’s beneficial to start treatment at a young ageHow Elina assesses a child’s airways and craniofacial developmentWhat palette expansion is and what it involvesLinks between fussy eating and airway dentistryReferrals and collaborations with other health professionalsHow it looks to work with Dr Elina Castro Get to know Dr Elina Visit Cheerful Smiles Dental Book an appointment online Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail This week I’m chatting with Toni Chambers, a Clinical Nutritionist at The Paediatric Naturopath. In our clinic, Toni’s interests include behavioural disorders, pyrrole disorder, digestive concerns, and sleep difficulties, and she recognises the importance of working alongside families to support their children. We’re speaking today about childhood aggression and the connection to nutrition, as well as environmental triggers that could exacerbate these issues. In this episode, we explore:  Common clinical presentationsThe importance of supporting the whole familyPossible contributors to nutrient deficiencies and behavioural issuesWhy some infections can be linked to aggressionHow Toni supports the families she works withCommon stressors that can affect a childAbout copper and its effects on the brainEnvironmental toxins and heavy metals associated with aggressionChanges you can make in your home and familyWant to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I'm chatting with Erin from Brain and Body Health, based in Gladesville, Sydney. Erin shares how looking beyond surface behaviours to understand what a child’s body is communicating can strengthen a child's brain and nervous system, with the goal of regulation rather than “fixing” a child. This is an interesting and reassuring conversation for parents who feel like their child is constantly stuck in fight or flight. In this episode, we explore: How Erin became a chiropractor for kidsFinding the root cause with the ‘5 whys’A child’s primitive reflexes What retained primitive reflexes may look likeWhy they can be retained rather than integratedHow a session with Erin looksTesting to find retained primitive reflexesGet to know Erin Visit Brain and Body Health’s website Book a consult Follow Erin on Instagram Want to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, I sit down with board-certified paediatrician Dr Liz Mumper. She is an educator with the Medical Academy of Pediatrics & Special Needs, and the founder and CEO of the Rimland Center. Dr Mumper has dedicated her work to helping families make sense of complex health puzzles. Together, we chat about what root-cause care really looks like in real life, and how parents can feel more informed, empowered, and supported when navigating their child’s wellbeing. Read about the 2026 Mindd Forum In this episode, we explore: How children’s health has changed over the yearsThe rise in chronic illness and neurodevelopmental issuesEpigenetics and environmental linksHow sleep aids detoxification pathwaysCommon health issues seen in childrenOveruse of antibiotics in childhoodThe link between nutritional deficiencies and fussy eatingHow screen time can affect children’s developmentLifestyle changes to support your child’s healthFacing barriers when treating the root causeWant to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook

Send us Fan Mail In this solo episode, I’m talking about a topic that causes a lot of fear and confusion for parents: childhood fevers. Many parents worry when their child’s temperature rises, but what does the evidence actually say? I break down the facts around fevers and explain when not to worry and the red flags to watch for, with evidence-based advice so you can feel more confident the next time your child develops a fever. In this episode, we explore: Why fevers are actually a good thingPoints of confusion when it comes to feversCut-off points when measuring your child’s temperatureResearch on medication useWhat a febrile convulsion is and how they may be causedHow to help protect your child from febrile convulsionsNatural options to manage your child’s feverWant to know more about me? Visit my website Become a client Explore my mentoring and program packages Follow me on Instagram Connect on Facebook