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Paediatric Clinical Nutritionist | Gut Health Enthusiast | Realistic Nutrition Approach
An empathetic and supportive approach to your child's health through the healing power of food & backed by evidence-based research.
12/12/2025
Christmas Closure Reminder 🎄
Our last day of trade for sales only is Monday 23rd December.
We’ll be closed from 24th December and back in action on Monday 5th January.
If you’re running low on anything, now’s the time to top up before the break.
And if you need any custom compounds made to get you through the Christmas period, please ring ahead. It’s a busy time, and we may not be able to mix things on the spot if you walk in on the day.
Wishing you a calm, happy Christmas — with plenty of good food, slow moments, and kids who (hopefully!) sleep in.
05/12/2025
Hot days can be tough on little ones. Babies and young children don’t adjust to heat as easily as adults; they sweat less, warm up faster, and are more at risk of overheating.
Here are some simple, practical ways to help keep them cool and comfortable:
🍊 Offer refreshing snacks
Think frozen orange quarters or pineapple slices for toddlers or try frozen watermelon slices, frozen fruit in a mesh teether/feeder, or simple homemade icy poles made with berries, water, or coconut water. Cool, hydrating, and easy.
🛀 Try lukewarm baths
A quick sponge bath or a dip in lukewarm water can help bring their temperature down. Avoid cold water or ice, it can be too much for little bodies.
👶 Use damp towels or sheets
Placing a cool, damp towel or sheet around the cot can help create a more comfortable sleep space. Just check regularly so they don’t get too cold.
đź’¨ Set the air-con safely
24–26°C is cool enough. Air-conditioning can sometimes lead to mild dehydration, so sleepy babies may need an extra feed to stay hydrated.
🍼 Keep an eye on fluids
A good sign your baby is well-hydrated is 6–8 pale, wet nappies in 24 hours.
Save this post for later - especially with the hot weather rolling in this weekend. Keep your little ones cool, comfy and hydrated.
If you’re ever unsure, always reach out to your health professional.
02/12/2025
Constipation is common in kids - but laxatives as the only treatment, shouldn't be.
They can be helpful in the very short term, but ongoing use can come with downsides like cramps, loose stools, dehydration, tummy discomfort and bowel reliance/laziness. And most importantly, they don’t get to the reason your child keeps getting blocked up.
My approach? Support the root cause so their bowels get back on track and stay that way.
I look at what’s driving the constipation, support the gut, and give relief strategies so things keep moving comfortably.
If you want personalised support to finally understand what’s going on with your child’s tummy, you can book a consult or a free discovery call through the link in my bio.
18/11/2025
Having dinner together as a family may do more than just nourish our bodies—it can support children’s academic growth and personal development. According to a study attributed to Columbia University, children who share the evening meal with their family at least four times each week tend to perform better in school. The act of eating together encourages communication, emotional bonding and greater parental involvement, all of which can positively shape a child’s habits around learning. Regular family dinners also create structured routines, reinforcing consistency and discipline in everyday life. On top of that, these shared meals provide a safe and relaxed space for discussing homework, asking questions and nurturing curiosity and critical thinking. In essence, the simple habit of eating together can strengthen both the social and cognitive skills that children bring with them into the classroom. (UNVERIFIED)
Source: Miller, D. P., Waldfogel, J., & Han, W.-J. (2013). Family Meals and Child Academic and Behavioral Outcomes. Child Development, 83(6), 2104–2120.
12/11/2025
🥗 Lunchbox upgrade alert!
Crunchy chicken, sweet cranberries, and nutty pecans; this one’s a winner for growing bodies and busy brains.
đź’Ş Protein to power playtime
đź’“ Healthy fats for focus
🍇 Antioxidants to keep little immune systems strong
Pop it in a wrap, roll it in lettuce cups, or scoop it straight from the bowl, yummy, any way you serve it!
🌰 No pecans? No problem!
Swap in sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, toasted chickpeas, or even almonds or cashews for the same crunch and goodness.
05/11/2025
We’ve always known those early years are powerful, but new research confirms just how much they shape lifelong health.
A 2025 review in Frontiers in Pediatrics found the first 1,000 days - from conception to age two - are when your child’s gut and immune system are built piece by piece.
🧬 The study shows how factors like mum’s microbiome, birth mode, feeding, antibiotics, and early environment set the stage for immunity, digestion, and even mood later in life.
It’s a reminder that small, consistent choices - nourishing foods, outdoor play, mindful antibiotic use, and even the right probiotic or prebiotic support - can make a lasting difference.
🌿 Healthy guts grow resilient kids and it starts earlier than most of us think.
đź“š DOI: 10.3389/fped.2025.1471743
02/11/2025
Did you know your breastmilk actually changes throughout the day?
Studies show that melatonin, the same hormone that helps you feel sleepy at night - rises in your milk after dark and drops again by morning. This natural rhythm helps your baby’s body clock learn when it’s time to rest.
Life with a baby rarely runs on perfect sleep or lighting schedules, and that’s completely normal. But even small tweaks - like keeping lights softer at night and putting your phone aside during feeds, can help your body stay in its natural rhythm and support your baby’s cues.
Our bodies make the most melatonin in low, warm light, not under bright, cool or blue light.
During night feeds, try swapping overhead lights for something softer: a Himalayan salt lamp, warm bedside lamp, or amber night light. These give a gentle glow (ideally under 50 lux) so you can see comfortably without waking your brain or your baby , all the way up.
Your body already knows how to guide your baby; sometimes a calmer moment and softer light just help it along. đź’«
30/10/2025
🥪 Lunchboxes in Term 4… we’re just doing our best!
If the lunchboxes are looking a little beige right now - you’re not alone.
Term 4 is busy, kids are tired, and packing food can feel like Groundhog Day in cling wrap.
Here’s how to make it to the end of term without the guilt (or the sugar crash):
đź’ˇ 3 low-effort swaps that still tick the boxes:
Swap packaged muesli bars → for homemade oat or bliss balls (they freeze beautifully).
Swap white wraps → for wholegrain or seeded versions — they keep little tummies fuller for longer.
Swap fruit straps → for fresh fruit + a sprinkle of cinnamon or shredded coconut for fun.
✨ If you’re just aiming for fed and fuelled right now, that’s enough.
Focus on variety over perfection; one colour, one crunch, one protein - that’s a balanced lunchbox in my books.
đź“Ť Carter Nutrition | Helping families across Tamworth, Regional NSW + Australia
28/10/2025
🦠These Gut Buddies are more than cute, they’re real microbes with big jobs in your child’s gut! 💚
From digestion and focus to immunity and mood, they each play a part in keeping your little one happy and healthy.
Just a few of the tiny heroes working behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly
Which one sounds most like your child’s biggest helper right now? 👇
20/10/2025
Friday funny! 🤣
20/10/2025
Such a privilege to be a finalist alongside some incredible practitioners!
ATMS Natural Medicine Awards 2025 Finalists Announced – Practitioner, Clinic, Lecturer & Student.
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Hi! My name is Casey & I'm a Clinical Nutritionist. I hold an Advanced Diploma of Nutritional Medicine & am currently studying my Bachelor of Complementary Medicine, and am a Full ATMS Accredited member.
I graduated from my Advanced Diploma through the Australasian College of Natural Therapies at the end of 2016 & started my own practice, CarterNutrition, in July 2018, working with Jayne from Jayne Sharpham Naturopathics.
I treat holistically, so I see my clients and their bodies as a whole, and take everything into consideration; how one symptom over here, can seemingly be unrelated to someone else, to a symptom over there, but may actually be the cause or play a role in what’s going on overall. My philosophy and approach to eating is simple; consume real, whole foods, exercise, spend time in nature and surround yourself with those you love. Living and treating holistically means that all aspects of life are reviewed, to help you reach your best health, wellness and your most happy self. There’s no tricks, pills or potions or quick fixes, just real, honest food, dedication and time.
I primarily focus on children’s Food Intolerances and the symptoms linked to them, Weight Loss, Stress Support and Management as well as supported Detox programs.
I work with the client to create a targeted treatment plan which is personalised to them, for long-term healing and wellness results. I work with whole foods and utilize the healing power food has first. Then, if needed, I supplement with quality nutrition-based products.
