Natural Super Kids Podcast

  Nature deficit disorder is a term coined by author Richard Louv to describe the phenomenon of children spending less time in nature and the resulting negative impacts on their health and well-being. The term does not refer to a formal medical diagnosis, but rather a growing concern among health professionals and educators about the…

  Our kids are living in an anxiety-promoting world. There is so much stimulation out there thanks to modern technology, which gives their brains a lot to process. Some even say that anxiety is a normal and rational reaction to the modern world. Anxiety is the second most common mental health disorder among children in…

  It’s estimated that around 1 in 20 kids in Australia have ADHD. It is a complex condition, and symptoms can vary from child to child. Hyperactivity, inattention, impulsive behaviour, and behavioural challenges tend to be the common symptoms across the board.  In this podcast episode, I will be discussing the natural remedies that will…

  So, the question is.. is your kid’s current diet impacting their mood, behaviour and mental health? The answer is YES! The relationship between food and mood is a two-way street. What you eat affects your mood, and your mood can affect your food choices.  In this episode I will be discussing:  The research studies…

  Children not sleeping well is a big issue that many parents will face. Even one night of poor sleep can have a negative impact on the whole family – parents will be cranky, and the kids will be tired and moody.  In this episode I will be discussing the five common sleep issues in…

  In this podcast episode, we are chatting about quite a complex disorder called Pyrrole Disorder. It is a condition that isn’t that well-known in mainstream medicine, but we are seeing more and more of it in clinical practice. Pyrrole disorder is an imbalance in the body that affects the synthesis of haemoglobin and causes…

  This episode is a bit different from our regular episodes as we are deep diving into the complexities of MTHFR gene mutations, methylation, and histamine intolerance. So make sure you’ve had a coffee, the brain is switched on and you’re ready to learn from our experienced, and highly-qualified guest naturopath Joanne Kennedy in this…

  Emily Hanlon from The Playful Psychologist is a child and adolescent psychologist with experience providing individual and group therapy for children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of difficulties including ASD, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), mood-related disorders, anxiety, poor social skills, and other behavioural concerns.  In this podcast episode, Emily and I are…

  When it comes to disciplining our kids, we often lean on the ways we were disciplined as a child. But is this really the best way going forward? In Episode 103, I sat down with Sarah Bolitho from Secure Foundations to discuss reimagining discipline.  Sarah Bolitho is a Master’s Qualified Child and Filial Play…

  With school heading back in a few short weeks, we thought it would be a great time to introduce you to our podcast guest Danielle Murray. Danielle is a teacher, mother, and author of two books, who is currently studying a Masters of Child Play Therapy.  Danielle spent a decade working in primary school…