Paeds in a Pod

06/03/2026

✨ Book in with our Mental Health Social Worker, Sam Whybrow!

Sam has opened up limited availability for new patients on:

🟢 Mondays at our Springfield clinic
🟢 Wednesdays at our Ashgrove clinic

Sam Whybrow is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker who provides psychological support for children and adolescents.
In particular, Sam can assist children and their families who have concerns and disorders relating to stress, anxiety, eating, trauma, substance use, depression, attention-deficits, autism and more.

📞 Call us on (07) 3177 2000 to secure your appointment.

04/03/2026

Meet Dr Jonathan Dudzik 👋

Our new Paediatric Gastroenterologist is committed to supporting families through challenging medical journeys and values the opportunity to help children regain health, resilience, and confidence over time.

Dr Dudzik is now available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays at our Ashgrove clinic.

📞 Call us on (07) 3177 2000 to secure your appointment.

24/02/2026

We are excited to introduce two new Paeds in a Pod doctors!

🟢 Dr Jonathan Dudzik - Paediatric Gastroenterologist
🟢 Dr Shahin Shahul Hameed - General Paediatrician

Dr Dudzik has joined the team at Ashgrove and has expertise in diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal, nutritional, and liver disorders across infancy, childhood, and adolescence.

Dr Hameed has joined the team at Woolloongabba and will be consulting on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

📞 Call us on (07) 3177 2000 to secure your appointment.

12/01/2026

✨ Book in with our Occupational Therapist, Sonya!
Sonya is available every Tuesday at our Ashgrove clinic.
📞 Call us on 3177 2000 to secure your appointment.

29/12/2025

Introducing Sonya Bond, our new Occupational Therapist!

Book in to see Sonya on Tuesday at Ashgrove.

19/11/2025

Medication can be beneficial for many kids with ADHD — but it’s not always straightforward. Dr Tommy Tran recently joined the ADHD Mums Podcast to unpack the real-world side of ADHD medication.

If you support a child with ADHD or you’re just starting the medication journey, this episode offers practical guidance.

Parents often have a lot of questions when they first consider trialling ADHD medication for their child. In a recent conversation on the ADHD Mums podcast, ...

11/11/2025

📢 Exciting research opportunity for Brisbane families!

Researchers from the University of Newcastle are visiting Brisbane to investigate the relationship between screen time, sleep, and development in preschool-aged children.
The study includes:
📋 Short surveys for parents or carers
🎮 Fun iPad game-style activities for your child
⌚ An optional sleep watch for your child to wear at home

If you would like to help our understanding of this vital time in children's lives, check out the details below 👇

Next stop- Brisbane!!

04/11/2025

Chatting about medication on the ADHD Mums podcast

03/11/2025

For families who have children with anxiety, this study might interest you.

Home > Griffith Health > School of Applied Psychology > Research > Childhood Anxiety Disorders > Childhood Anxiety Disorders Research Program

28/08/2025

Early support can make a big difference for students with learning challenges or developmental delays.

Psychologist Julie Steward is now accepting referrals for patients at Woolloongabba for comprehensive cognitive and educational assessments, helping families and students access the right strategies for learning and development.

22/08/2025

Huge congratulations to Leanne on her amazing award! 🎉 As one of our talented psychologists, she has been a cornerstone of Paeds in a Pod from day one. We're incredibly proud to have her as the Director of our Allied Health Services—her dedication and passion truly shine through!

This year, I was honoured to receive the Silver Award in the Children's Wellness and Wellbeing category at the 2025 AusMumpreneur Awards. It’s a privilege to be recognised alongside so many passionate women creating positive change for families and communities.

This award reflects the heart of my work—supporting children, empowering parents, and helping early-career psychologists grow in confidence.

This win isn’t just mine—it belongs to every family and professional I’ve walked alongside. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey.

21/06/2025

An interesting research project is underway, and we need your help! 💡

Are you a parent of a child with a chronic health condition (e.g. asthma, allergies, diabetes, epilepsy or cystic fibrosis)? Do they have a sibling aged 5–12?

Too often, these siblings can feel overlooked, with less time and attention spent on their needs. But their voices matter too, and this is your chance to help us understand how to better support them.

Griffith University is inviting parents to take part in an online survey about the health and well-being of siblings aged 5–12. Your insights will help shape future support for families like yours.

👉 Take the survey here: https://griffithuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3rTux9PEv1NQh4G

Let’s make sure no child is left behind. 💙