Natural Super Kids Podcast

Mar 09 2025 204 ep. 30 mins 37

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Ideas and inspiration to boost the health and nutrition of your kids with Naturopath Jessica Donovan

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Episode 205: Fermented Foods for Kids: What, Why & How

Mar 09 2025 24 mins

Fermented foods are a simple yet powerful way to support your child’s gut health, digestion, and immunity. But many parents wonder—how do you introduce them in a way that kids will actually enjoy? In this episode, we’re breaking it all down with practical tips to make fermented foods a fun and easy part of your child’s diet. In this Episode, We Cover: Why fermented foods ar

Episode 204: Does your child have leaky gut?

Mar 02 2025 27 mins

If your child is dealing with constant digestive discomfort, skin issues, allergies, or even mood imbalances, these issues might be linked to something deeper—gut health. In this episode, we’ll be talking about an important yet often misunderstood topic: leaky gut in children—why it happens, why it’s often misunderstood, and how you can help heal it naturally. What You’ll

Episode 203: Your Kids Need More Fibre—Here’s Why!

Feb 23 2025 32 mins

This week on the podcast, we’re diving into an often-overlooked but essential part of kids' nutrition—fibre! While we’ve touched on it in previous episodes, we’ve never dedicated an entire discussion to just how essential fibre is for kids’ health and overall well-being. Many children aren’t getting enough fibre in their diets, and it’s impacting their digestion, gut

Episode 202: Sugar Overload: The Hidden Impact on Kids' Health and How to Cut Back

Feb 15 2025 32 mins

Sugar is everywhere in our modern diet, often hiding under different names and sneaking into our kids’ meals in ways we don’t even realise. In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the hidden effects of sugar on children’s health - especially when it comes to their gut health, immune health, mood and behaviour. Plus, we’ll share simple, practical ways to start reducing s

Episode 201: Real Conversations: How Katie Uses Nutrition to Support Her Autistic Son

Feb 08 2025 29 mins

In this episode we’re joined by Katie, a mum who has been on a transformative journey with her son’s health after his autism diagnosis at only 3 and a half years old. From severe speech delays and ongoing health challenges to thriving in mainstream school, Katie shares how she took a proactive approach to support her son’s development and wellbeing. In this episode, Katie and

Episode 200: Celebrating Our 200th Episode - I'm Answering Your Most Asked Questions

Feb 01 2025 37 mins

This week, we’re celebrating a major milestone for the Natural Super Kids podcast episode - our 200th episode! To mark the occasion, we’re doing something special: an “Ask the Naturopath” session where Jess, owner and Naturopath at Natural Super Kids, answers some of the most frequently asked questions from parents in our community. This is something we do weekly with our N

Episode 199: Healthy Habits for the Transition Back to School

Jan 25 2025 30 mins

As the school term approaches, it’s the perfect time to reset and establish healthy routines to support your child’s learning, concentration, and overall wellbeing. In this episode, we’re diving into the food and lifestyle habits that can make all the difference with learning, concentration, mental health, mood and brain health during this transition back to school. In this e

Episode 198: Does Your Child Need a Gut Reset?

Jan 18 2025 30 mins

After a holiday season filled with processed foods, sugary treats, and a break from regular routines, your child’s gut health might be feeling the effects. In this episode, we explore how a gut reset can help restore balance and support your child’s overall wellbeing as we head into the new year. We cover: > How processed foods and sugary treats can deplete the healthy bacte

Episode 197: How Chami Has Navigated Fussy Eating, Constipation, Autism, and Anxiety with Her Two Children

Jan 11 2025 27 mins

Parenting comes with unique challenges, and for Chami, raising two children with complex needs has been a journey of resilience and discovery. In this epsiode, Chami shares her story of supporting Andreas, her autistic 15-year-old son, and Misha, her 17-year-old daughter who struggles with anxiety. From severe constipation and sensory issues to mental health challenges, Chami’s e

Episode 196: Real Conversations: How Mel Tackled Her Son’s Constipation, Withholding, and Daycare Hurdles

Jan 04 2025 43 mins

Watching your child be in pain from constipation and scared to go to the toilet is hard! If this is something you are struggling with, you’re going to want to listen in as we chat to a mum who has come out the other side of these struggles. In this episode, Mel opens up about her journey with her 3.5-year-old son, who has faced persistent constipation, withholding poos, and dayca