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Nature & Nurture I help stressed-out parents raise thriving, healthy kids, without the overwhelm ✨ 🎉 🧡

24/04/2026

How being sick this week reminds me about how I support my patients as a Clinical Naturopath 🧡

17/04/2026

Turns out a lot of what we have been told about kids gut testing…. Isn’t actually the full picture.

Standard gut testing uses adult reference ranges, which is totally fine for adult patients. But when you apply those same ranges to a child’s developing microbiome, you get results that don’t mean the same thing.

Kids microbiomes are still forming. The markers that look out of range in an adult might actually be great for a 5 year old. Then the therapeutic strategies that work for adults often need to be completely reconsidered for children.

Which means the goal is all about gut testing that is interpreted by someone trained specifically in paediatric microbiome analysis (hey that’s ME! 🙋🏻‍♀️), because the difference changes everything about what we do next.

And once you understand that, getting answers for your child gets a whole lot more possible

Comment KIDS if you have been wondering about your child’s gut health 🧡

Most people think getting their metabolism working comes down to trying harder.It doesn't.It comes down to systems. Thes...
16/04/2026

Most people think getting their metabolism working comes down to trying harder.

It doesn't.

It comes down to systems. These systems specifically, from my work as a metabolic naturopath supporting women with blood sugar dysregulation, weight loss resistance, and hormonal patterns that make everything harder.

Because when the right systems are in place, the outcome stops depending on how motivated you feel that day.

You don't have to wake up determined to eat perfectly ~ the blood sugar stabilisation system is already doing the work.

And you don't have to push through cravings wondering what's wrong with you ~ the gut-metabolism connection explains why they're happening in the first place.

That's the difference between trying harder and working smarter.

Save this and pick one system to start with today. And if you'd like to work through them with support, link is in bio to book your consult or DM me to chat 🧡

One of the things that doesn't get talked about enough when it comes to GLP-1 medications: eating less doesn't automatic...
15/04/2026

One of the things that doesn't get talked about enough when it comes to GLP-1 medications: eating less doesn't automatically mean eating well.

When appetite drops significantly, it becomes really easy to eat smaller portions without thinking too much about what's actually in them. Sure, at first that sounds fine, less food, less calories, weight coming off. But underneath that, the body is still working hard and still needs to be nourished.

Protein is the big one. On GLP-1s, your body is at higher risk of losing muscle alongside fat, especially if protein intake isn't actively prioritised. That matters for your metabolism, your strength, your energy, your mood, and how your body looks and functions long term. Iron and B12 are commonly low in people on these medications too, and both have a significant impact on how you feel day to day.

This is the part where naturopathic support makes a real difference. Not just the medication doing its thing, but making sure your body actually has what it needs to do it well.

If you're on a GLP-1 and you've been feeling more tired than expected, this could be worth exploring 🧡

If this resonates and you'd love some support alongside your medication, I'd love to hear from you. Send me a DM and we can chat more, or find the booking link in my bio.

I know it can feel like you're chasing something that nobody else can see.This is not you being a helicopter or worry wo...
14/04/2026

I know it can feel like you're chasing something that nobody else can see.

This is not you being a helicopter or worry wort parent! Trusting your gut about your child's health is not the same as being anxious or overcautious. It's paying attention. It's that in built parental intuition.

So if you've been Googling at midnight, feeling brushed off at appointments, or wondering if wanting real answers makes you 'too much', you're not the only one.

Let's normalise the real, honest parts of advocating for your child's health, because pretending everything is fine helps no one.

Which one do you need to hear most? Drop it in the comments or send it to a parent who needs the reminder. 🧡

09/04/2026

If your brain feels like it’s running on dial-up, this one’s for you 🧡

We talk about cognitive health like it’s something to worry about when we’re older. But the truth is, the parents who can’t finish a sentence, the students pulling long study sessions, the people who walk into a room and immediately forget why they went there ~ these are the people who need this conversation too.

Brain fog, poor focus and mental fatigue aren’t just signs of a busy life. They’re often signs that the brain isn’t getting what it needs to function at its best.

In today’s reel I’m sharing six of the supplements I find most useful when it comes to supporting cognition.

Creatine (yes, really, it’s not just for the gym), Ginkgo for circulation and memory, Omega 3 for the structural foundation of brain cells, L-theanine for calm, focused thinking, Lion’s mane for neuroplasticity and nerve support, and B vitamins because they’re involved in almost every step of brain energy production.

Now, a quick note: supplements are tools, not magic.
The right one for you depends on what’s actually driving the fog, whether that’s sleep debt, stress, nutrient gaps, or something else worth looking into. But this is a solid starting point for understanding what’s out there.

Save this if your brain has been feeling less than sharp lately 🧡

This content is educational only and not a substitute for personalised medical or naturopathic advice.

These go in my starter pack for parents who are done Googling and ready for actual answers, because they are what I wish...
09/04/2026

These go in my starter pack for parents who are done Googling and ready for actual answers, because they are what I wish I'd handed every family from day one.

When I first started seeing kids in clinic, I was working with good intentions but not always the right tools. It wasn't until I invested in specialist paediatric microbiome training that the picture really clicked into place.

And it wasn't until I started doing THESE things that everything changed.

So now? I am shouting these from the rooftops!

If you want real answers about your child's gut health, you NEED to be working with someone who has these things in place.

Comment the word KIDS and let's chat 🧡

You've been sold a lot of 'myths' that aren't actually standing in your way.Here's what you can stop worrying about, and...
08/04/2026

You've been sold a lot of 'myths' that aren't actually standing in your way.

Here's what you can stop worrying about, and what to focus on instead.

As a naturopath who has completed specialist paediatric microbiome training, I see these myths come up again and again. Kids' gut health is genuinely different to adults, the testing, the interpretation, and the treatment. When we stop chasing the wrong things, we can actually start finding answers. 🧡

Which myth are you letting go of today? Drop it in the comments!

Before you start a GLP-1 medication, here's what I actually want to know about your body.Most people begin their GLP-1 j...
07/04/2026

Before you start a GLP-1 medication, here's what I actually want to know about your body.

Most people begin their GLP-1 journey without any baseline data at all. And I get it, when the medication is working, it can feel like that's all you need. But having this information from the start means so much more than just knowing where you've come from. It gives us a clear picture of what your body actually needs to respond well, so we can support you in a way that's targeted and give you the best possible chance at the results you're actually after.

The markers I recommend before we begin include fasting glucose, fasting insulin, and a calculated HOMA-IR, which gives us a real picture of insulin resistance rather than just a snapshot blood sugar reading. From there I also look at thyroid function, iron studies, B12 and folate, liver markers, and kidney function as a general baseline. And because GLP-1s slow gut motility and nausea is one of the top reasons people stop the medication, I also include microbiome testing so we can do the gut prep work before treatment begins.

Iron and B12 are worth calling out specifically, because both are commonly low in people starting this journey, and both have a significant impact on energy, mood, and how you actually feel day to day. If they're depleted going in, you can feel worse on the medication than you should, and that's something we can get ahead of.

This is the part of naturopathic care that makes the difference. Not replacing the medication, but making sure your body has what it needs to respond well to it.

If you're exploring GLP-1 support and want to start with the full picture, I'd love to chat. Link in bio to book 🧡

Imagine your child's recurring tummy aches, skin flares, or "just always getting sick" actually getting investigated pro...
06/04/2026

Imagine your child's recurring tummy aches, skin flares, or "just always getting sick" actually getting investigated properly, without any overwhelm, stress, or trial and error guessing.

That's exactly what a paediatric microbiome consult at Nature & Nurture does.

Most gut testing analysis is based around adult reference ranges. Kids' microbiomes are very different, and interpreting results through an adult lens means the recommendations are often off the mark. I've completed specialist training in paediatric microbiome analysis specifically so that what we find actually translates into strategies that make sense for your child's age and symptoms.

It's not magic. It's just the right testing, read by someone trained to interpret it for kids specifically, not adapted from adult protocols.

And the good news? You don't need to be local. Consults, test requests, and results reviews can all happen via telehealth, so if you're anywhere in Australia and you've been looking for this kind of support, you can access it from your own home.

School holidays are honestly the perfect time to get started. Kids are home, routines are a little looser, and there's space to actually begin something without adding to the term-time chaos. Get a plan in place now and hit term 2 ready to go.

Ready to see the difference? DM me the word KIDS and let's have a chat 🧡

I hope your Easter weekend has been a good one, full of the beautiful times that this time of year brings 🥰 ✝️ 🐰 🐣 🍫East...
05/04/2026

I hope your Easter weekend has been a good one, full of the beautiful times that this time of year brings 🥰 ✝️ 🐰 🐣 🍫

Easter is so much more that the chocolate and the egg hunts, it's a story of sacrifice, hope and new life. I hope whatever that looked like for you and your family this weekend, it was meaningful and full of good times and memories.

If you have spent the weekend doing exactly what you should be doing (eating the food, being present with your people, letting the kids stay up a little too late), then this one's for you.

There's a lot of health content out there that would have you feeling guilty right now, and I really don't want to add to that pile. One indulgent weekend doesn't undo your health, and it definitely does not need to be compensated for.

What it might leave with you with though is a bit of a grumpy gut. Bloating, that heavy feeling, digestion that's just a little off. Totally normal after a few days of eating outside of your usual routine and rhythm.

Swipe through for a few gentle things that can help you feel a bit more like yourself as you ease back into the week. Nothing too dramatic, nothing restrictive. Just simple steps that are kind to you and your beautiful body.

Happy Easter to you and yours 🧡

04/04/2026

A very important conversation is coming to The Nature & Nurture Podcast next week 👀

If you have ever been told that painful periods are just part of being a woman, or watched your teenager power through pain that’s disrupting her whole life and wondered if something more is going on… this one’s for you.

I sat down with Jade Walker, a degree-qualified naturopath, endometriosis advocate and creator of The Endo Care Collective, and we had the kind of honest, hopeful conversation that I wish more parents and teens had access to.

In this episode we talk about what Endo actually is, why it’s often missed in teenagers, the non-period symptoms that can fly under the radar, and what you can do when the medical system isn’t listening.

Drop a 🧡 if this is something you or someone you love needs to hear.

Full episode drops on The Nature & Nurture Podcast Wednesday April 8th.

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