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Most parents think constipation in children is a diet problem.

But what if that’s only part of the story?

What if constipation is actually a child’s way of saying:
“I don’t feel ready… I don’t feel safe… I don’t want to let go yet.”

Because sometimes it starts with just one uncomfortable moment — and quietly turns into a pattern of holding, fear, and body tension that no amount of fibre alone seems to fix.

If you’ve ever felt stuck doing all the right things but seeing little change, this perspective might shift everything.

👉 A deeper, parent-to-parent look at what’s really happening — and how to gently help your child’s body feel safe again.

Eczema is a common skin issue that can cause discomfort and pain, affecting your child’s daily life. It has been estimated that 1 in 10 individuals develops eczema during their lifetime.  The prevalence peaks in early childhood between two to… Continue Reading >

By Sarah Smith from Bayside Dietetics www.baysidedietetics.com.au FB Bayside Dietetics Twitter #BaysideDietetic Instagram @baysidedietetics   A study has just been released by Dutch scientists that tells us that the type of food we eat may influence where our body weight… Continue Reading >

It is well understood that fruits and vegetables are invaluable components of a healthy diet. As dietitians, we have spoken to countless parents about the struggle to get their kids consuming different types of fruit and vegetables, or any at… Continue Reading >

What is sugar? Most of us think of sugar as the white stuff we put in tea or add to a cake, but sugar is so much more than that! Sugars are the building blocks that make up carbohydrates (along… Continue Reading >