Struggling to manage your child's unique feeding needs? You don't have to do it alone. I have over 10 years of experience in paediatric nutrition and can provide expert guidance, no matter your child's age, condition, or feeding challenges.
I've worked with hundreds of families just like yours, supporting them through a wide range of concerns, from babies born prematurely to children with severe disabilities. My goal is to create achievable solutions that make mealtimes calmer and more enjoyable for your family. Progress takes time, but we'll work through each step together, celebrating wins along the way.
Whether it's trying a new food or tackling lifelong feeding challenges, I'm here to help your child build a healthier, happier relationship with food.
Approach: Warm, family-centred, practical and collaborative; focuses on achievable step-by-step solutions and celebrating progress; works holistically with other healthcare providers
Weight Loss Approach
Growth and weight monitoring for children; focus on healthy development and positive relationship with food rather than adult-style weight loss interventions
Personalised meal plans
Body composition analysis
Areas of Expertise
Paediatric nutritionFussy/anxious eatersGrowth and weight concerns (paediatric)Tube feedingTube weaningFood allergies and intolerancesPremature infant nutritionGastrointestinal disordersDelayed texture progressionBreastfeeding and bottle feedingPaediatric feeding disordersIntroducing solidsVegetarian and vegan diets for babies and childrenNutrient deficienciesASD/ADHD nutritionCoeliac diseaseCystic fibrosisMalnutritionInfant feedingGeriatric nutritionMen's healthOverweight and obesity (paediatric)
Medicare provider; likely supports Chronic Disease Management/EPC plans but no specific details stated
NDIS
NDIS participants welcome; home visits available for NDIS participants to assess child's feeding environment
Private Health
Private health fund rebates available (specific funds not listed)
Book a Consultation
Includes review of child's nutrition history, eating habits, and mealtime environment to create a tailored plan; ongoing support via email, text, and phone also provided
Medicare rebate available with GP referral
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“APD & AN with 10+ years experience, formerly at a private mental health facility. Evidence-based, non-judgemental approach. Specialises in invisible illnesses, eating disorders, gut health & metabolic conditions.”
Weight management and obesity · Type 2 Diabetes · Diabetes in pregnancy · PCOS
“Chantelle Wardini is an APD & AEP at Bites Health Clinic, Bella Vista NSW. Founded in 2010, she leads a team helping 6000+ Australians with weight loss, diabetes, PCOS, gut health & sports nutrition.”
“Paediatric dietitian with 10+ years experience specialising in childhood feeding difficulties, ARFID, autism, and gastrointestinal conditions. Offers clinic, telehealth and home visits in Oran Park, NSW.”
Weight Management · Bariatric Surgery (pre and post) · Anti-Obesity Medications · Disordered Eating
“Amanda Clark (AAPD) has 25+ yrs experience in weight management, bariatric surgery & anti-obesity medication support. Author of Portion Perfection for Bariatrics. Clinics at Gold Coast, Tweed Heads & Lismore + Australia-wide telehealth.”
Paediatric nutrition (infants to teens) · Fussy eating · ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) · Child and teenage nutrition
“Dr Fiona Arrowsmith, PhD APD, paediatric dietitian with 25 years experience. Specialises in tube feeding, fussy eating, ARFID, allergies, NDIS, and child growth from infants to teens.”