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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 thing
• Points of confusion when it comes to fevers
• Cut-off points when measuring your child’s temperature
• Research on medication use
• What a febrile convulsion is and how they may be caused
• How to help protect your child from febrile convulsions
• Natural options to manage your child’s fever

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In today’s episode, I welcome back Sarah, a degree qualified Senior Naturopath at The Paediatric Naturopath who has over 12 years of experience. We take a closer look at the connection between gut health and fertility, and how what’s happening in your digestive system can influence your preconception and pregnancy journey. Sarah shares practical insights, research-backed guidance, and her naturopathic approach to supporting the body during this important time.

In this episode, we explore:

• Why gut health matters in preconception care 
• Gut issues that can be linked to pregnancy complications
• The benefits of prebiotics and probiotics 
• Research around microbiomes of the body and pregnancy complications
• How the Mediterranean diet can benefit your preconception journey
• Red flags when it comes to gut health 
• Sarah’s favourite herbal remedies for preconception
• Herbs to avoid in preconception and pregnancy
• How your prescription may change throughout pregnancy

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This week, I’m joined by Clinical Nutritionist and feeding therapist Summer, from The Paediatric Naturopath, to chat about all things gut health. We cover many topics including how it relates to skin, immunity, and your child's overall wellbeing. With her knowledge of nutritional medicine, Summer is passionate about helping families help their children to navigate eczema, food sensitivities, and digestive issues.

In this episode, we explore:

• Summer’s journey into the natural health space
• What the gut microbiome actually is
• The role of gut microbes in the body
• All about the gut-skin axis
• What it means to have gut dysbiosis
• Common food irritants for eczema
• How working on your gut health can improve your skin
• Using gut-benefiting nutrients with children
• How short-chain fatty acids affect the gut
• Beneficial prebiotics and probiotics
• Common mistakes parents make
• Success cases from Summer’s clinic
• The importance of vitamin D and safe sun exposure

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This week, I welcome back Kelly Allan, a senior naturopath and nutritional therapist at The Paediatric Naturopath. Kelly returns with her deep understanding and wealth of knowledge, to chat with me about hormonal changes in girls and what parents can do to support them through these stages of development and beyond. 

In this episode, we explore:

• When hormonal issues usually start to affect young girls
• What to expect when your child is approaching puberty
• Other health conditions confused with hormonal changes
• Considerations for early-onset puberty
• Managing teenage acne naturally
• Signs of zinc deficiency in teens
• Common hormonal issues in teenage girls
• Why the contraceptive pill is so commonly (and unfortunately) prescribed
• Supporting painful periods naturally

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This week, I welcome Amy Kelly back to the podcast. She is a Senior Naturopath and Nutritionist at The Paediatric Naturopath with over 14 years of experience and a special interest in paediatric neurodiversity and behavioural disorders. Amy shares her deep knowledge of pyrroles, their impact on children’s health, and why they’re often misunderstood. If you’ve ever wondered about the link between nutrient imbalances and children’s mental health, this episode is for you.

In this episode, we explore:

• What pyrroles are and their effects on the body
• Typical signs and behaviours in children with pyrroles
• Testing protocols for pyrroles
• Why there is controversy surrounding pyrroles
• The link between pyrroles and oxidative stress
• Amy’s favourite compounds for pyrrole defence
• Real-life cases from Amy’s clinical experience
• Long-term outlook of a pyrrole's diagnosis
• Symptoms of a zinc deficiency

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In this episode, I’m joined by online nutritionist and life coach Sonya Reynolds. With over 16 years of experience and a personal connection to her work, Sonya shares her journey of navigating life after her child’s epilepsy and intellectual disability diagnoses. We talk about the emotional weight of receiving medical news and the strength it takes to advocate for your child, and Sonya opens up about the realities of parenting a child with an invisible disability.

In this episode, we explore:

• Sonya’s journey that led her to specialise in natural epilepsy management
• Parenting a child with a disability
• Advocating for our children’s health
• Processing the rollercoaster of emotions when you receive medical news
• What Sonya’s everyday family life looks like
• Common misconceptions about epilepsy
• Social impacts of invisible disabilities
• Using Facebook support groups

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This week, I’m joined by Alisha, the face behind Naughty Naturopath Mum. She's a naturopath, flower essence formulator, and mum on a mission to support emotional wellbeing. In this episode, chat about whether your child might benefit from flower essences, some great success stories, and Alisha’s favourite blends to start with. She shares how she chooses blends for individual needs, and why children often respond so well to this gentle form of support, and we also dive into her experience supporting neurodivergence with flower remedies.

In this episode, we explore:

• The story behind the Naughty Naturopath Mum
• How flower remedies actually work
• The process behind choosing essence blends for clients
• Responsiveness of flower remedies in children
• Alisha’s favourite essence blends
• How to know if your child may benefit from flower remedies
• Success stories of children using flower essence blends
• Alisha’s experience using flower remedies to support neurodivergence
• The reality of running a business and sharing her life online

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In today’s episode, I’m chatting with Amelia from A Glimpse of Amelia. She is a mum on a mission to help families reduce their toxic load in a practical way. We talk about how to make simple changes without feeling overwhelmed, the ingredients in everyday products that she recommends paying closer attention to, and so much more. Amelia also shares some insights around tuning into your body, reading between the lines on those sneaky labels, and making low-tox living feel simple. 

In this episode, we explore:

• Amelia’s journey to a low-tox home
• Items in your home that could be affecting your health
• Managing the overwhelm that can come with a big lifestyle change
• Communicating low-tox living choices with family members
• Endocrine-disrupting chemicals and why they affect our health
• Being wary of labelling and marketing on products
• Ingredients and additives to look out for
• Homemade cleaning product recipes
• Amelia’s top tips for pregnant mothers and parents
• Heavy metal testing
• Choosing teenage personal care products

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This week, I'm joined by Emily Hill from Head Hand Heart Kinesiology to explore how kinesiology can support your family’s wellbeing. Emily shares her gentle, intuitive approach to working with both adults and children as we explore all aspects of kinesiology, from what it is and how it’s guided by the body, to the literature and research behind it. 

In this episode, we explore:

• What kinesiology involves
• How your family can benefit from kinesiology
• Using kinesiology with children
• The research and scientific literature
• When to expect to notice a difference
• Integrating kinesiology at home after your session
• How to approach your body when you’re noticing issues
• Helpful methods and techniques Emily uses in her clinic
• Emily’s top tips for your family’s wellbeing

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In this episode, I’m joined by Bec Holt from Developmental Dental. Bec is an Oral Health Therapist and Orofacial Myofunctional Therapist based in Perth, who works with young children to support not just their dental health, but their overall oral function and wellbeing. Bec combines dental treatment with evaluation and therapy for the lips, cheeks, and tongue to help children breathe better and sleep soundly. This episode is a fascinating look at how our oral health and habits impact everyday life, and how early support can make a lasting difference.

In this episode, we explore:

• What Bec’s job role involves
• The importance of flossing your child’s teeth
• Caring for baby teeth
• Tips for brushing and flossing your children’s teeth
• Explanation and causes of gingivitis
• Bec’s thoughts on using stainless steel caps
• All about hypomineralisation
• Fluoride in drinking water and toothpaste
• Bec’s toothpaste brand recommendations
• The difference between toothpaste and tooth mousse
• Nutritional benefits for dental health
• Working with highly sensitive children in clinic
• Signs of a tongue tie in breastfeeding babies
• Dealing with mouth breathing in children

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