Nourish & Nurture Holistic Health

29/07/2025

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The research of 867,000+ births did show disparities, but here’s the crucial context that didn’t make the headlines...

Professor Hannah Dahlen from Western Sydney University explains: “You can’t match these two groups - it’s like comparing private school students with those from disadvantaged areas and concluding private schools are the solution.”

What the headlines missed:

✨ The public system serves populations with higher social disadvantage and complex medical needs
✨ The study lumped ALL public care together, ignoring that midwifery continuity of care shows excellent outcomes
✨ Only 15% of Australian women currently access this gold-standard model
✨ Australia has some of the best maternity outcomes in the world, regardless of where you birth

The public system serves fundamentally different populations with higher rates of social disadvantage, mental health issues, and complex medical conditions - variables the study couldn’t fully account for.

The study grouped ALL public care together, despite vastly different models within the system. Crucially, it didn’t separate out midwifery continuity of care - where women see the same midwife throughout - which consistently shows excellent outcomes. Only 15% of Australian women currently have access this model.

Don’t let fear-based headlines drive your birth choices. Focus on building trust with your care provider, accessing quality education, and understanding your options.

Your birth experience matters. Your choices matter. And you deserve evidence-based information, not scary soundbites. 💙

15/07/2025

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*TRIGGER WARNING: Discussion of birth trauma*

This week, we are recognising Birth Trauma Awareness Week in partnership with Birth Trauma Australia. 💙

Birth-related trauma affects as many as 1 in 3 birthing parents across Australia, and can include psychological, emotional, and physical symptoms and impacts. Birth Trauma Awareness Week is held each year to help people understand that this is a reality, one that is much more common than they may think – and to highlight the need for better care, support and understanding.

This Birth Trauma Awareness Week, we’re making space for the massive spectrum of birth stories with the theme “This Is Birth”. Every birth is different, uniquely shaped by our bodies, the care we receive, and plenty more. There is no “right way” to birth, and no “right way” to feel about that birth.

We’re joining the call for a National Strategy for the Care and Treatment of Birth Injuries, to ensure every parent has access to trauma-informed, respectful, and timely care. Sign the petition here: https://chng.it/2VxdrDfWNV

Visit https://birthtrauma.org.au/birth-trauma-awareness-week-2025/, Birth Trauma Australia or .org.au for more information, and go to https://www.perinatalwellbeingcentre.org.au/ to access important resources and support services for perinatal mental health.

Perinatal Wellbeing Centre is here to support your perinatal journey and connect you with the networks and resources you need. You are not alone – we’re here for you.

10/07/2025

Well! It’s been a long time between updates! So let me do a little bit of an update/reintro.

I’m Krissy. I’m a mum of two gorgeous girls, based just outside of Canberra, Aus. I’m a Nutritional Consultant, Holistic Health Coach, & Meditation Teacher, and my passion is helping mums & bubs navigate life during pregnancy, post partum & beyond! I’m real, I’m raw, I’m open. I don’t hide the fact that I’m 42, I’m not perfect. I don’t eat perfectly or parent perfectly, or do anything perfectly! What even IS perfect?! With me, you won’t get an instagram highlight reel of the good stuff in life. You’ll get REAL life!

I’ve not shared much lately as I’m currently 7 months pregnant with my third child & also working full time in allied health admin. While this pregnancy has physically been the easiest of my three, wow did I underestimate the mental/emotional load & exhaustion from being pregnant whilst juggling two wild girls, full time work, launching a business AND studying!

As I result, I decided to pull back and place study & business on hold for a while to focus on myself, my bubba, my girls & hubby.

Fast forward 7 months & my hours at work are now winding back a little, and I’ll start to get slowly back into some study while nesting & getting ready for baby’s arrival!

So watch this space for more nutritional & holistic health tips & learnings. Once bub has arrived, I’ll be taking some time to settle into life as a family of 5 & mother of 3, and will slowly get back into study. The plan then is to hopefully (finally!) launch my signature nutrition program for mums & bubs in 2026, get back to uni to do even more study (I’m a glutton for punishment!), and to be posting more regularly here.

In the meantime, let’s do a bit of a Q&A! Let me know your burning questions - my pregnancies & post partum experiences, anything you want to know about nutrition for mums-to-be, current mamas, & bubs, including starting solids, or any holistic health tips or advice you’re looking for. And/or share with me where you’re at right now & what you’ve been up to. I love hearing about my insta fam! 🩷

10/07/2025

My first work-free, almost child-free day off in months!! So glad to be back at my happy place getting pampered! 💇‍♀️🤍🌸

15/06/2025

A few snaps from my birthday today and the last few days. Have enjoyed a delicious child-free date night out at and a movie last night with hubby, lunch today at with my family, and some special pressies from some special people, including my new no-tox ceramic cookware from ! (I did a lot of research on some new low tix cookware and was tossing up between these and Green Pan. Can’t wait to use them!! Also an amazing GF choc mud cake made by my incredible mum .

And to top it off, my third trimester bump has seriously POPPED! Haha. Feeling good, but tired and starting to get that heavy uncomfortable feeling already. 😆

Stay tuned to hear how the Crumble cookware goes!

03/05/2025

Motherhood is a dance of dualities.

You can be deeply grateful for motherhood and still grieve the parts of yourself it changed. You can love your little ones with your whole heart and still feel touched out or overstimulated. You can hold joy and exhaustion, wonder and loss, all at once.

These feelings don’t make you ungrateful — they make you human.

Motherhood often carries the pressure to be everything, do everything, and love every moment. But the truth is, duality is part of this journey. Let’s normalize holding space for both love and longing, both connection and the need for rest.

Motherhood also changed your priorities and purpose, it’s one of the most common reasons students enroll in our programs. They’re ready for a new career that feels more aligned with this new version of themselves. And the best part — you can do it all from home with a little one on your lap.

Want to learn more? Comment LEARN for an invite to join an info session with Carley, our founder. She built our certification courses with new mothers in mind.

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15/04/2025

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Breaking News: After years of advocacy, collaboration, and perseverance, seven natural therapies will be reinstated under private health insurance coverage, following the acceptance of recommendations from the recent Natural Therapies Review.
The therapies returning to cover are:
✅Yoga
✅Pilates
✅Tai Chi
✅Shiatsu
✅Naturopathy
✅Western Herbal Medicine
✅Alexander Technique
This decision reflects a powerful shift in recognition of the value that natural therapies bring to Australians’ health and wellbeing.
As President of ATMS, I want to take this moment to thank every individual and organisation who has contributed to this outcome. The path to reinstatement has been long, and it has required the unwavering efforts of allied associations, sector leaders, and countless advocates who have worked across decades to champion natural medicine. To our predecessors - we see you, we honour your legacy, and this moment belongs to you too.
The review, led by Chief Medical Officer Professor Michael Kidd AO and supported by the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC), concluded that these therapies are supported by sufficient evidence of effectiveness to return to being included in private health insurance benefits. The government has accepted the recommendations and is working toward timely re-inclusion.
This decision does not automatically mean all insurers will cover these therapies—but it removes the regulatory barriers that prevented them from doing so. It opens the door again. ATMS will now continue to work closely with insurers, regulators, and credentialing bodies to ensure a smooth and practical return for practitioners and consumers. We know this means so much to so many, and we share in your excitement and relief. We also recognise there is more work ahead, and ATMS remains committed to being a strong, strategic voice for our profession. Thank you for your support, your belief, and your ongoing dedication to natural therapies in Australia. Together, we’ve made history—and together, we will shape what comes next.
Warm regards,
Rebecca Lang
President
Australian Traditional Medicine Society (ATMS)

15/03/2025

I know I’ve been super quiet on here lately. I’ve been keeping a little secret!

01/02/2025

I have a HUGE but SMALL favour to ask!! 🫶

On my Nouish & Nurture page, go to the 3 little dots on the side of page, hit "invite friends"
Select "invite all" & done.

—You've SUCCESSFULLY supported my business and passion for $0 & less than 30 seconds of your time!—

Thank YOU for supporting me! 😘🌱🍎🤰🏼👶🏼🩺🌸💊

17/01/2025

🤍 Pregnancy & childbirth are incredible experiences, but they can leave a mother’s body in need of some serious replenishment. For breastfeeding mothers, this demand is even higher—you’re replenishing your own body while also providing essential nutrients for baby through your milk. This is why focusing on a nutrient-rich postpartum diet is SO important! It supports your recovery, helps balance hormones, and gives you the energy you need to navigate those early days of motherhood.

🤍Calcium is one of the key nutrients every postpartum mother should prioritise. During breastfeeding, your body transfers a significant amount of calcium into your milk for baby’s needs. If your diet doesn’t provide enough, your body will literally pull calcium from your own bones, increasing the risk of bone loss and even osteoporosis over time. 🦴

🤍 Postpartum mums (especially those breastfeeding) need around 1,000 mg of calcium daily to maintain strong bones and a healthy milk supply.

🤍 Incorporating calcium-rich foods into your diet doesn’t have to be complicated.
🥛Dairy-based: Milk, yogurt, cheese, and kefir are excellent and easily absorbable sources.
🥬Plant-based: Fortified plant milks (like almond, soy, or oat), tofu made with calcium sulfate, sesame seeds, tahini, almonds, and dark leafy greens such as kale and collards.
🐟Seafood: Sardines (with bones) and canned salmon are fantastic non-dairy options.

🤍 If you’re taking a calcium supplement, quality matters. Vitamin D is essential for calcium absorption so make sure you get your Vitamin D levels checked too and supplement or increase Vitamin D intake too. Also, make sure you’re taking apart from other supplements & substances that can inhibit calcium absorption, such as iron and caffeine.

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07/01/2025

🚨 Mums! 🚨This social media scam alert is for you!!

Have you seen this?!!! Turns out this “mums group” is one of many over the world that is actually run by a male overseas! He has been making a motza of cash from these groups for years (sadly I fell victim and paid for advertising of my business in this group). Watch the video - it’s eye opening. 😩😭

Get yourself out of this group (or any with the same banner from other locations) and find local groups run my actual local mums.

If you’re in Googong, Queanbeyan, Jerra or surrounding regions, I’ve been running small mums groups for specific due date/seasons. Let me know if you want to be added (no sales, just mums connecting with other mums).

And most importantly, stay vigilant on social media! Dont share pics of your babes unless you’re positive you know who is in the group or following you. Keep your profiles locked to the highest privacy settings. Stay safe, mamas!

https://www.11alive.com/embeds/video/responsive/85-d88099dd-2336-4a59-902b-b40a0d2bfd47/iframe?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0ZuR56CJy1HQRGZiUOKYFdUCm5PI_CBuUR165npvpx5sGs00u2xIR79HA_aem_nl60lRywQ_JVk9KzHgoh4Q

The Facebook group has 18,000 members.

13/10/2024

R•E•A•L T•A•L•K 🗣️

Social media isn’t real but this pic is

It’s Monday morning. And, as evidenced by this photo, I’m bloated AF, puffy, spotty, and absolutely exhausted. This is what happens when you’re moving house, working, studying, & juggling all the balls of modern motherhood. I’ve been running on pure adrenaline for too many weeks and now it’s hit me like a tonne of bricks. 🧱

BUT I love the way the body tells you enough is enough. It was telling me for weeks in more subtle ways and I didn’t listen (or told myself I couldn’t slow down right now). You’re meant to rest BEFORE exhaustion hits, not after. 🤦🏼‍♀️

So this is your reminder to SLOW DOWN! The silly season is rapidly approaching and things only get harder if you don’t take the time for yourself.

Social media isn’t real! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Here are a few things I’m struggling with at the moment:

🩷 Buying & selling a house is so damn exhausting & even more so when you have very dependent kids (ever tried moving heavy furniture when your toddler is screaming in another room?)
🩷 Guilt. Soooo much guilt. Even though I know this is a season, spending every spare moment packing & cleaning to get our house ready for sale has meant next to no quality time with the kids, and they’ve definitely let me know. And I feel absolutely awful. 😭
🩷 My emotional regulation has gone out the window & I’m snapping at the kids & my hubby way more, & that also makes me feel horribly guilty & sad.
🩷 Turned down a potential dream job as there were 🚩🚩🚩, plus I actually love my current part time job & workmates. But I’ve struggled with FOMO & wondering if I made the right decision.
🩷 More FOMO from missing out on special times with special friends.
🩷 Drinking more🍷& eating 🍫 as a coping mechanism. But as of last week have cut right back & started taking some herbs to support my nervous system (more on that to come).
🩷 Financial stress - sooo over this cost of living!!
🩷 Weaned my littlest & last bubba & didn’t even realise when we had our last breastfeeding session 😭
🩷 Lots of emotions & support for my dad who is unwell and hubby who recently injured his hand.

Life’s hard. And that’s okay.