Carolyn Ledowsky is the queen of MTHFR in Australia. She is the founder of MTHFR Support Australia, a Health Scientist, Researcher, naturopath, herbalist, and nutritionist. Carolyn has many areas of study under her belt, including a Bachelor of Naturopathy and Herbal Medicine, and additional diplomas in naturopathy and nutrition. Carolyn is currently doing her Ph.D. at the University of Technology Sydney to study the effect of different forms of folate on fertility in those with MTHFR polymorphisms. In this episode, Carolyn shares her knowledge of MTHFR including: The three different forms o ..read more

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 Australia. It is more common in girls than boys, but boys can still have a hard time with anxiety.  As a Mum of a child who experiences anxiety, I know firsthand how tricky it can be to manage, which is why I love helping as many parents as possible in this area.  In thi ..read more

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 support your child with ADHD with a big focus on food and nutrition. This includes: Why a wholefoods diet is a great place to start; The importance of incorporating the Additive-Flavour-Colour Free diet (AFC-Free) for kids with ADHD; How salicylates could ..read more

So, the question is.. is your kids 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 that confirm the impact food plays on managing moods, plus the diet that is seeing positive results in managing mood disorders; Brain nutrition and the vital micronutrients you need to be getting into your kids to support their brain and help manage their moods; The i ..read more

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 kids: The impacts diet has on our sleep patterns, and quality of sleep. Including how food additives can cause a lot of disruption; Food intolerances and their impact on conditions such as insomnia, congestion, reflux, constipation, abdominal pain, snoring and sleep apnoea. Why gut health is such an important f ..read more

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 the body to overproduce a substance called HPL. HPL goes on to deplete the body of crucial nutrients, primarily zinc, B6, and magnesium. We often see Pyrrole Disorder linked to conditions such as anxiety, OCD, ADHD and many mental health conditions.  For this episode, I ..read more

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 episode.  Through Joanne's extensive knowledge of methylation and other biochemical pathways, Joanne has helped hundreds of patients with chronic health issues finally heal. Joanne also specialises in digestion & gut health, women’s hormones, and chronic ..read more

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 discussing separation anxiety & difficulty separating and how this affects our children. We also chat about: How separation anxiety can be a big challenge for families during back-to-school ti ..read more

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 classrooms teaching prep/preschool to year three, as well as working in a kindergarten setting. Early childhood is truly her area of passion. Throughout Danielle's time teaching Prep, she came across parents who felt overwhelmed by the start of school. They had concerns about their child’s ..read more

In this episode, I am chatting with Occupation Therapist Natasha Duffin. Tash is an Occupational Therapist trained in Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy, paediatric feeding, sleep quality and infant reflux and a mother of three. Tash is passionate about sleep quality for our children during periods of early growth and critical brain development. She believes the wait-and-see approach does an injustice to the developing child and the family unit, viewing good quality sleep as a pillar of health and a foundation for growth and development.  She is passionate about early intervention in the sl ..read more