Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian

Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian Dr Kyla Smith is a paediatric dietitian revolutionising the way we feed our families Food and mealtimes are overwhelming for so many families.

I’m here to help you feel good about mealtimes, and change the way we feed this generation of children. There’s the process of starting off on solid food, surviving the fussy toddler stages and navigating school lunchboxes and family mealtimes, all whilst battling a myriad of misinformation and our own learned and sometimes negative relationships with food. My mission is to empower you with the skills and confidence to support your baby, your toddler and your school-aged child to love their food and feel comfortable in their bodies. We can raise our children to respect their bodies and trust their hunger, and feel confident around food. It’s not always easy in our diet-obsessed culture, but it is possible. My approach will set your kids up for a future of eating that supports them to grow and thrive. I can't wait for you to join me!

Are you coming to my Fussy Eating Masterclass this Friday 21 November? It’s intended for parents who are in the midst of...
20/11/2025

Are you coming to my Fussy Eating Masterclass this Friday 21 November?

It’s intended for parents who are in the midst of a fussy eating phase with your toddler. I’ll be sharing my calm, balanced approach to helping your toddler’s fussy eating, without adding stress for the whole family.

Anyone who registers will also get the replay, so you can watch in your own time.

Plus there’s a special bonus – but you have to sign up to find out what that is.

Comment “Toddler Masterclass” and I’ll send you the link. Or find it in the Shop section of the Mealtimes website.

19/11/2025

Feeding kids is hard at the best of times. But when you’ve got a fussy toddler, well you’re playing on *extra hard* mode.

So often the hardest part isn’t the fussy eating itself, but how it affects everything else.

Maybe for you that looks like:

- Feeling stressed about cooking meals as you anticipate the meltdowns before you’ve even chopped the first vegetable.
- Balancing catering for what your fussy toddler will eat while wanting to vary what the rest of the family eats (flavour! spices! texture!).
- Having to mentally navigate family gatherings ahead of time in anticipation of the inevitable comments about what your toddler is (or isn’t) eating.

My Fussy Eating Masterclass isn’t intended to fix their fussy eating. Instead, it will give you a plan to get through this stage AND keep mealtimes as stress-free as possible.

It’s happening this week so make sure you comment “Toddler Masterclass” to get the details.

Let's spill the beans on this 'no added sugar' version of a pantry classic.Today’s Chewsday Review is a short written re...
18/11/2025

Let's spill the beans on this 'no added sugar' version of a pantry classic.

Today’s Chewsday Review is a short written review that you can view on the website.
The picture and emojis are a quick idea of what I think of the product.

Read the review: https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/

If you’ve ever cooked a delicious dinner only to sit down and hear these words out of your kid’s mouth, you’re not alone...
18/11/2025

If you’ve ever cooked a delicious dinner only to sit down and hear these words out of your kid’s mouth, you’re not alone.

It’s very normal to feel the fury rise into your throat. But the way you respond to this comment is important.

You can just smile and nod, then move on. Acknowledge but don’t try and convince them otherwise (or it just tends to get worse).

I also like saying something along the lines of "You're still learning to like that food" or "We're not rude to food in this family" or "Please don't yuck on my yum".

Your job is to acknowledge their feelings and then move on with the meal. You do not have to convince them to like it. Sit down and enjoy the food yourself.

If you’re after more strategies to deal with fussy eating at mealtimes and your toddler, I’m running a special masterclass this week all about this topic.

Comment “Toddler Masterclass” and I’ll send you the details.

I am here for you through what can be a stressful fussy eating time and will help you build confidence about what and how to feed your toddler.

What’s the best insult your toddler has thrown your way in response to dinner? We’ve heard some great ones! 🤣

Imagine this: You’ve just placed dinner in front of your toddler only for them to calmly scream at the top of their lung...
17/11/2025

Imagine this: You’ve just placed dinner in front of your toddler only for them to calmly scream at the top of their lungs that they ‘don’t want this’. Followed by gentle screeching for ‘chicken nuggets and toast’.

This is not an uncommon scenario for toddler parents (which doesn’t make it any less frustrating).

So what should you do? Sit down and (try to) ignore them? Chuck some chicken nuggets in the air fryer? Or something else?

Let me answer these questions (and more) in my Toddler Fussy Eating Masterclass this November.

Comment “Toddler Masterclass” and I’ll send you the details.

Mealtimes by Dr Kyla now grows with you. If you’re a Mealtimes member you now have access to a great new feature – the a...
13/11/2025

Mealtimes by Dr Kyla now grows with you.

If you’re a Mealtimes member you now have access to a great new feature – the ability to switch between content stages without stopping and starting a new membership.

Come check it out!

Today I am putting my favourite muffins to the ultimate test to see if they’re truly sugar, spice and everything nice.To...
11/11/2025

Today I am putting my favourite muffins to the ultimate test to see if they’re truly sugar, spice and everything nice.

Today’s Chewsday Review is a short written review that you can view on the website.
The picture and emojis are a quick idea of what I think of the product.

Read the review: https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/

It’s a real thing. And I’m going to talk all about this in my upcoming FUSSY TODDLER MASTERCLASS!If your toddler prefers...
07/11/2025

It’s a real thing. And I’m going to talk all about this in my upcoming FUSSY TODDLER MASTERCLASS!

If your toddler prefers dirt to dinner, I’d love to help.

Comment “Toddler Masterclass” and I’ll send you the details.

I'm dipping back into another Chewsday Review to find out if Aldi's tzatziki is worth the trip or if you should stick wi...
04/11/2025

I'm dipping back into another Chewsday Review to find out if Aldi's tzatziki is worth the trip or if you should stick with big brands.

Today’s Chewsday Review is a short written review that you can view on the website.
The picture and emojis are a quick idea of what I think of the product.

Read the review: https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/

Lots of parents worry about allergens when they start their baby on solids. And this is so understandable.This vigilance...
03/11/2025

Lots of parents worry about allergens when they start their baby on solids. And this is so understandable.

This vigilance about allergies can be helpful, especially when it comes to avoiding unplanned exposure and cross-contamination.

But it also means an increase in misinformation about babies and food allergies. And some of that misinformation can actually increase the risk of an allergy developing.

If you’re ready to get started introducing allergens for your baby, I’ve created a FREE allergen tracker.

It’s simple, practical and designed for busy (and tired!) parents.

Print it out and pop it on the fridge so you, and any other carers, can see what allergens have been introduced and how frequently they should be given to your baby.

Comment “Allergy Tracker” and I’ll drop the link in your DMs.

PS Mealtimes members, you’ll find the Allergen Tracker inside the Baby Mealtimes library 👶, bundled with your copy of Introducing Allergen Guide!

Those demanding toddler ghosts are the scariest kind!
31/10/2025

Those demanding toddler ghosts are the scariest kind!

Address

Perth, WA

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Dr Kyla- Paediatric Dietitian:

Shortcuts

Featured

Share

Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn
Share on Pinterest Share on Reddit Share via Email
Share on WhatsApp Share on Instagram Share on Telegram

Category

Our Story

Mealtime Building Blocks provides in-home, phone or email support for families experiencing mealtime difficulties. The director of Mealtime Building Blocks, Dr Kyla Smith, and Liz Beaton are paediatric dietitians with 10+ experience working with children and parents who are finding mealtimes challenging. Lauren Pike is an Occupational Therapist with 10+ years experience working with children and mealtime difficulties. Kyla, Liz and Lauren are passionate about helping parents and children to experience positive mealtimes, without stress and worry. If you feel like your household is experiencing 'mealtime madness' then making an appointment might be worthwhile. In-home appointments mean your child can be comfortable in their own environment, and you're saved the stress of packing everyone and everything into the car to get to an appointment.