Holistic Health for Happy Kids – Détails, épisodes et analyse

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In this episode, Sara, a Certified Practicing Nutritionist and SOS Feeding Therapist, shares her expert insights on fussy eating in kids. With a unique blend of clinical nutrition knowledge and a practical, family-centred approach, Sara helps parents uncover what’s really driving their child’s mealtime struggles. Through her work at The Paediatric Naturopath, she supports families in creating a stress-free environment that promotes confidence with food. If fussy eating has been a source of worry in your home, this episode offers both reassurance and guidance.

In this episode, we explore:

Sara’s own experience as a fussy eater
What SOS feeding therapy involves
How Sara works with families to identify the root causes of fussy eating
Implementing food play and food therapy at home
Exploring the physiological reasons behind food refusal
Factors that are essential for success when your child is a fussy eater

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Episode 4: Heavy Metals, Big Problems: What Parents Need To Know

mercredi 16 avril 2025 • Durée 24:03

Amy Kelly, Senior Naturopath and Nutritionist at The Paediatric Naturopath, joins us to explore the power of hair tissue mineral analysis in uncovering nutrient imbalances and heavy metal toxicity. Amy brings over 14 years of clinical experience to the podcast and a deep curiosity for finding the “why” behind children’s health issues. In this episode, we chat about why hair tissue analysis has become one of her most trusted tools in the clinic and how this non-invasive test supports her work with children.

In this episode, we explore:

What led Amy to specialising in hair tissue analysis
Who might find hair tissue analysis helpful
The risks of high iron levels
Safely treating heavy metals in the body
Amy’s recent studies with the Walsh Research Institute
How heavy metals can cross the placental barrier
Arsenic and lead toxicity
Hair analysis cases that Amy has seen in the clinic

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Episode 3: Growing up Healthy: A Girl’s Guide to Urinary and Vaginal Health

mercredi 2 avril 2025 • Durée 25:04

In this episode, we’re joined by Kelly Allan, a senior naturopath and nutritional therapist at The Paediatric Naturopath. Kelly brings both clinical expertise and a deep understanding to the topic of young girls’ urinary and vaginal health. We explore common concerns we see in the clinic. Kelly shares some practical tips for supporting vulva health, when to investigate further, and how parents can confidently navigate these issues.

In this episode, we explore:

Kelly’s personal experiences that lead her into naturopathy
Common genital issues in clinic with young girls
The link between threadworms and vulvovaginitis
How to manage vaginal threadworms
Dealing with thrush in young girls
Whether the vaginal microbiome can be assessed in children
Kelly’s top tips for a child’s vulva health
When toilet-trained children begin to have accidents
Recurrent UTIs in girls and within families
Skin conditions that can present on the vulva

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Episode 2: The Itchy Truth: Dealing with Threadworms in Children

mercredi 19 mars 2025 • Durée 18:57

If your child keeps catching worms, you’re not alone! In this episode, we dive into all things threadworms, including why kids under 10 are so susceptible to catching them and what you can do to stop the cycle of reinfection. You’ll learn how to spot symptoms and why standard worming medications may not be effective for chronic infections. Plus, we’ll explore dietary recommendations to support gut health and the powerful role of herbs and flower essences.

Hot tip: Maybe listen to this one after your breakfast!

In this episode, we explore:

What are threadworms and how are they spread
Tips for breaking the chain of infection
Common and uncommon signs and symptoms
How to test at home to see if your child has worms
Other tests might give you an idea that threadworms are a problem
Why worming medication may not be effective for chronic infection
How we can treat threadworms
Dietary recommendations to improve the gut terrain and remove worms
Flower essences and herbs that can be beneficial when treating worms

I have received so many questions about the specifics of dealing with vaginal threadworms that I created a handout to help. Download it here.

Not sure if your child has threadworms? Download this handout on how to check.

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Episode 1: An Introduction to The Paediatric Naturopath

mercredi 5 mars 2025 • Durée 09:47

Welcome to the very first episode of Holistic Health for Happy Kids where I share my journey into naturopathy and how my own experiences as a parent have shaped my approach. You'll also learn more about the services we offer at The Paediatric Naturopath clinic and what you can expect from this podcast as we dive into holistic health for kids.

In this episode, we cover:

My background, previous career, and how I transitioned into naturopathy
The inspiration behind my journey into natural health
How I’ve supported my own children’s well-being
The services available at The Paediatric Naturopath clinic
The unique specialties within our team and how they can help your family
What to expect from this podcast moving forward

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Episode 30: The Hidden Cost of Ultra-Processed Foods: A Mum's Story

samedi 15 août 2026 • Durée 34:58

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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 diagnosis
Food habits in the 1990s vs. now
Understanding how processed foods really make you feel
How ultra-processed foods disrupt the gut microbiome
Links between ultra-processed foods and bowel cancer
Why bowel cancer is rising in younger adults
Danni’s quick tips for easier lunchboxes
The cost myth around eating whole foods vs. ultra-processed food

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Episode 29: Enlarged Tonsils & Adenoids: When to Watch, When to Wait & When to Act

mercredi 22 juillet 2026 • Durée 35:08

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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 health
The research linking obstructive sleep apnoea to IQ, attention, and growth
Signs of obstructive sleep breathing
Ideal tongue positioning and palette shape
Preconception nutrition for airway and jaw development
The role of an orofacial myofunctional therapist
When to see an ear nose and throat specialist
Examples of orofacial exercises for children
The links between fussy eating and airway issues
Three things you can check tonight if you're worried about your child

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Episode 20: Why Is My Child So Angry? The Nutrition Connection

mercredi 18 février 2026 • Durée 34:51

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 presentations
The importance of supporting the whole family
Possible contributors to nutrient deficiencies and behavioural issues
Why some infections can be linked to aggression
How Toni supports the families she works with
Common stressors that can affect a child
About copper and its effects on the brain
Environmental toxins and heavy metals associated with aggression
Changes you can make in your home and family

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Episode 19: Calming the Chaos: Chiropractic Care for Kids’ Nervous Systems

mercredi 4 février 2026 • Durée 43:43

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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 kids
Finding the root cause with the ‘5 whys’
A child’s primitive reflexes
What retained primitive reflexes may look like
Why they can be retained rather than integrated
How a session with Erin looks
Testing to find retained primitive reflexes

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Episode 18: Why Our Kids Are Getting Sicker: A Root-Cause Conversation with Dr Liz Mumper

mercredi 21 janvier 2026 • Durée 43:09

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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.

In this episode, we explore:

How children’s health has changed over the years
The rise in chronic illness and neurodevelopmental issues
Epigenetics and environmental links
How sleep aids detoxification pathways
Common health issues seen in children
Overuse of antibiotics in childhood
The link between nutritional deficiencies and fussy eating
How screen time can affect children’s development
Lifestyle changes to support your child’s health
Facing barriers when treating the root cause

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