In this quick Coffee Chat, I’m breaking down one of the biggest nutrition myths I still hear all the time: that “gluten-free means healthy.”

I also share more of my own personal gluten journey where the DJK products really took flight before I even knew it plus what's next for DJK HQ - it's a big week here! 

Grab your coffee, take a breath, and tune in for a tiny reset with me 🤎

As the festive season ramps up, it can feel like food (and stress) are everywhere — parties, school events, baking, late nights… and somewhere in there we’re meant to feel “balanced.”

In this episode, I’m sharing three simple, realistic food tips to help you feel grounded, nourished, and actually enjoy this season — not survive it. These are the same tools I use myself when life gets busy: adding before restricting, planning for balance instead of perfection, and keeping joy (and food!) connected to what really matters.

And yes — my Christmas Goodies officially launch today 

They’re packed with festive flavour and made with the same care I bring to everything I share here — real food, no guilt, full of joy.

Grab your coffee, take a breath, and let’s chat about how to keep food simple and satisfying this Christmas.

October was a month full of curveballs — moving house, losing our sweet Chloe, juggling birthdays, secondary school prep, Christmas launches, and the everyday load that never stops. In this honest coffee chat I share the real lessons that came from a messy, emotional, and very human month.

From accepting that some balls will drop, to recognising when your standards are just too high, this episode is a reminder that you’re doing the best you can with the resources you have. I also talk about the grounding breathwork that has helped me stay steady, and how wellbeing habits quietly pay off in the hardest seasons — even when you don’t see the “results.”

A warm, real reflection for anyone feeling stretched, tired, or like life’s thrown one too many things their way. 

If you’re needing a little drop of wellbeing inspiration today, this episode is for you.

In this Coffee Chat, I share a gentle reminder of the three pillars that keep me grounded through every season — protein, power, and progress. These aren’t just about food or fitness, but about fuelling yourself in every sense: nourishing your body, owning your strength, and recognising the quiet, steady progress that truly matters.

A short, soulful reminder that even when life feels heavy, you are still moving forward — one choice, one moment, one breath at a time - with some helpful, practical takeaways. 

A year after our big move to Wellington — just as life was beginning to feel settled — we faced another heartbreak. We lost our beloved dog, Chloe, in a way that felt like life was reminding us: grief doesn’t run on a timeline.

In this episode, I talk about the deeper layers of loss that come with rebuilding your life — not just losing someone you love, but the quiet grief of the life you imagined, the home you left, the dreams that didn’t unfold the way you hoped.

It’s tender, honest, and full of reflection — about how grief and growth can coexist, and how, even through tears, life keeps offering moments of love, joy, and connection.

This is a conversation for anyone walking through change, loss, or new beginnings — a reminder that healing doesn’t mean going back. It means learning to live fully in what is.

One year ago, I packed up my life — my business, my three boys, and our two dogs — and moved to Wellington. It wasn’t just a change in postcode; it was the beginning of rebuilding everything from the ground up after separation.

In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of what it’s really like to start over — the chaos, the courage, and the small but powerful moments of finding our feet again. From juggling solo parenting and running a business to creating a new sense of home, this is an honest look at what rebuilding truly takes.

If you’re in a season of change or starting again in any way, this one’s for you — a reminder that even in the rubble, there’s room for something new to grow.

In this episode, I dive into the post-school holiday burnout that so many mums know too well — the crash that comes after weeks of juggling, entertaining, and holding it all together. I unpack why this happens, the signs you might be running on empty, and how to start advocating for your own needs again (without guilt). I also include a very brief follow on from advocating for my own health care needs in perimenopause (like a mini part 3 from last week).

From small daily resets to learning to say no, this chat is about reclaiming your energy, your time, and your voice — because being a mum doesn’t mean being last on the list.

This week on Dr Julie’s Coffee Chats, I’m back with Part 2 of my raw, real perimenopause story. Following on from last week’s “red flags” episode, I share what it was like to finally reach out for help, start HRT, and navigate all the emotions, doubts, and unexpected moments that came with it. This isn’t a polished “how-to” guide — it’s me, sharing the ups and downs in real time, so you know you’re not alone if you’re walking this path too and that it's ok to advocate for your needs and for help.

Grab your coffee and settle in!

I’m taking the gloves off. In this raw, real episode of Dr Julie’s Coffee Chats, I share my personal experience with perimenopause — the moments that shocked me, the red flags I ignored...and the big one I couldn't ignore, and the steps I took after. Honest, unfiltered, and relatable, this is the conversation every woman deserves to hear. Don’t miss Part 2 coming next week! 

This week, I’m diving into one of the hardest things we face: saying no when deep down we really want to say yes. I’ll share the lessons I’m learning about boundaries, timing, and trusting that not every opportunity is meant for right now. Plus, a little life update—because you know I always keep it real with you - this is almost a part 1 and next week is part 2....you just have to keep tuned in!