Sheila Kilbane, MD

Sheila Kilbane, MD Integrative Pediatrician, Dr. Sheila Kilbane I am a board-certified pediatrician who trained with Andrew Weil, MD in integrative medicine.

I work with families to find the root cause of illness and use natural and nutritional therapies when possible. I see patients at my office in Charlotte, NC and I also offer education courses including my online course "7 Steps to Healthy Kids and Happy Moms™ (& Dads!)" www.7stepstohealthykidshappymoms.com/standard

In addition to my online course, I am the author of Amazon Bestseller "Healthy Kids, Happy Moms: A Step-by-Step Guide to Improving Many Common Childhood Illnesses". Let's get your child thriving again!

02/26/2026

🚩 RED FLAG #1: Eczema + Frequent Infections

Comment “CALL” below to book your complimentary call. Let’s figure out what’s really going on. 🌿

02/24/2026

Save this. Seriously. 🔖

Your child’s p**p is one of the most powerful windows into their gut health — and most parents have no idea what they’re looking for.

Here’s what’s actually normal (and what’s a red flag):

✅ Type 3 & 4 = healthy, happy gut
⚠️ Type 1 & 2 = constipation, things are stuck
⚠️ Type 5, 6 & 7 = inflammation, something’s off

If your child is regularly outside of Types 3–4, their gut is talking to you. Don’t ignore it.

Constipation isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s connected to eczema, mood, immunity, sleep, and more.

The Bristol Stool Chart is one of the first tools we use when a child comes in with eczema, allergies, mood issues, or chronic illness — because everything starts in the gut.

Comment “GUT” below to book your complimentary call. Let’s figure out what’s really going on. 🌿

02/22/2026

Amazing studies on Plantadophilus (L. Plantarum) are showing amazing benefits. Comment: “LACTO” to get the link to learn more about it’s great health benefits.

Planta is back in stock! Grab it while you can.

It’s not uncommon for eczema to flare in January or February. Right after the holidays—post heavy meals and extra sugar ...
02/21/2026

It’s not uncommon for eczema to flare in January or February.

Right after the holidays—post heavy meals and extra sugar that can deplete the microbiome—and the air is cold and dry. It’s the perfect storm to wreak havoc on our skin. Winter skin hydration and maintaining a healthy skin barrier are more important than ever to prevent a winter eczema flare.

A great way to keep the skin hydrated and protected during the harsh winter months is through a two-part approach: working from the inside-out, and the outside-in.

Inside-out:

Omega 3s
Phosphatidylcholine (ppc)

Outside-in:

Briotech spray
Manuka balm

If your child is dealing with eczema, comment: “CALL” to get a free call with our team to talk about potential treatments!

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02/20/2026

Planta is back in stock! Run, don’t walk!

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02/19/2026

The standard conventional medical treatment of constipation is often to prescribe a laxative. I used to prescribe Miralax® for years on end until I started questioning why so many kids needed a prescription medication to have a bowel movement.

If you think about it, this makes sense. Kids are not born with a laxative deficiency, right?

Laxatives are designed to be used for short periods of time, especially in kids. Once I began studying integrative medicine, I understood the relationship between inflammation and illness, including constipation.

Repairing digestive function:

Use the 5R approach to gut healing that I discuss at length in my book and in my online course.

This method works for both children and adults:

1. REMOVE the foods that are causing the inflammation. In this case, it was dairy.
2. RE-INOCULATE the gut with good healthy bacteria using fermented foods and/or a probiotic.
3. REPLACE lacking nutrients (such as Vitamin D, omega-3 fats, and magnesium) with food and/or supplements.
4. REPAIR the damage that has been done by continuing a clean diet and supplementation.
5. REINTRODUCE the inflammatory foods if and when possible.

Comment: “POO” to get link to my in-depth blog post that covers a ton on constipation!

Not all Vitamin C is created equal.HKHM Advanced Vitamin C formula is set apart from OTC options:- Gentle, buffered form...
02/18/2026

Not all Vitamin C is created equal.

HKHM Advanced Vitamin C formula is set apart from OTC options:

- Gentle, buffered formula — easier on sensitive stomachs

- Therapeutic-level support — helps strengthen immune defenses

- Clean, purpose-driven ingredients — no unnecessary fillers or artificial sweeteners

This is an essential support during this winter-to-spring transition period for both immune health and staying ahead of seasonal allergies.

🍋 Comment VIT C below and I'll send you the link!

02/18/2026

Mood swings? Think 💩

In kids, constipation often shows up as:

• irritability
• meltdowns
• anxiety
• poor focus
• bad sleep

When stool sits too long → bacteria + histamine build up → the nervous system stays on edge.

This is why Miralax alone doesn’t always fix behavior — it softens stool, but doesn’t fix the cause.

Instead we look at:

✨fiber diversity
✨hydration
✨ magnesium intake
✨microbiome balance
✨daily bowel routine

When the gut moves, the brain calms.

Comment: “WINTER” and I’ll send you the links to these products to help with winter eczema flares. I recommend to famili...
02/16/2026

Comment: “WINTER” and I’ll send you the links to these products to help with winter eczema flares.

I recommend to families who are struggling with eczema—warm Epsom salt baths are incredibly helpful for dry, irritated, eczema-prone winter skin.

A 2005 study found that magnesium-rich salt baths helped improve skin hydration and reduce inflammation in people with dry, atopic skin.

After the bath, lock in hydration with biotech spray and Manuka balm.

02/15/2026

💬 Comment “HOPE” and I’ll send you a link to complementary call to discuss how we can help your child’s eczema.

You’ll also get our Eczema Jumpstart Guide with tangible actions you can take TODAY to start seeing improvement.

If you’re tired of treatments that help your child’s skin for a little while, only for symptoms to return even worse, Dr. Kilbane’s eczema approach can help!

Identify the underlying Triggers of Inflammation and Eczema using Dr. Kilbane’s Healthy Kids Happy Moms 7-Step Program.

Common triggers:

Food: One-third of eczema cases are caused by food allergies and food sensitivities. The two big culprits are dairy and eggs.

Environmental Allergies: Dust mites and other environmental allergens can contribute to eczema

Optimize the Gut Microbiome: This helps your child heal from the inside out. 

Optimize the Skin Microbiome: A two way street of inflammation exists between the gut and the skin. Upwards of 80% of kids with eczema have excess Staphylococcus bacteria on their skin.  Once the Staph bacteria is addressed on the skin and the skin begins to heal, this facilitates gut healing. 

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I am a board-certified pediatrician who trained with Andrew Weil, MD in integrative medicine. I work with families to find the root cause of illness and use natural and nutritional therapies when possible. I see patients at my office in Charlotte, NC. To learn more about becoming a member of my practice, visit: http://www.sheilakilbane.com/new_patients

I also offer education courses including my online course "7 Steps to Healthy Kids and Happy Moms™ (& Dads!)" www.7stepstohealthykidshappymoms.com/standard In addition to my online course, I am the author of Amazon Bestseller "Healthy Kids, Happy Moms: A Step-by-Step Guide to Improving Many Common Childhood Illnesses". Let's get your child thriving again!