What to do if you suspect you or your child has a Strep A infection
Strep A is a bacterial infection which is usually mild in children but can potentially become very serious. There have been some alarming deaths recently…
How to win against winter bugs with Vitamin D
As we head towards the cold and flu season, I’m sure like me, you do everything you can to stay away from catching a nasty…
How to manage cradle cap naturally
Does anyone in your family persistently suffer from a yellow crusty scalp known as cradle cap? Even though this skin condition is harmless, cradle cap…
How To Avoid A Hospital Trip With Croup
Hearing your little one struggling with a croup cough can be upsetting and distressing for both you and your child, especially if it leads to…
Can The Gut Microbiome Affect a Child’s Temperament?
All kids can be moody at times, and childhood meltdowns can be very real and gruelling for everyone. However, some kids find it much easier…
6 Ways To Feed Your Little One Safer Baby Food
There have been some posts flying around social media over the past week, about some worrying research flagging the high levels of pollutants in baby…
How do I help my child climb the Milk Ladder?
My youngest son was our Cow’s Milk Protein Allergy (CMPA) dairy free baba, and at aged seven weeks he needed an operation for a stomach…
The happy story of a baby boy with complex allergies & reflux
This is a little fella I have been working with over the last few weeks & this joyous photo means EVERYTHING to me. Adam was…
Can probiotics help babies & toddlers with atopic allergies & immunity?
Babies and toddlers have very delicate immune systems, and when the immune system is misdirected or underdeveloped, it can manifest in cow’s milk protein allergy,…
NatureDoc’s Winter Health Tips
At this time of year, I’m often asked the best way to keep kids strong and healthy through the winter months, and this year is…
When Fussy Eating Is Not Just A “Phase”
Would you classify your child as a fussy eater? Most kids have food likes and dislikes and usually broaden their diet when the start to…
How To Sort Out Kids With Gippy Tummies
Having a child with diarrhoea is no fun for anyone in the household! Most of the time, runny tummy only causes discomfort for a day…
The Magical Antiviral Properties of Elderberry
Lots of people are talking about Black Elderberry (Sambucus nigra) being a good thing to take to ward off Flu and Covid-19, so what’s it…
Is It A Viral Or A Bacterial Infection? Top Clues For Parents
Do you know how to differentiate between a viral and a bacterial infection? This article will help you work out why your child is ill, so you can find…
Children’s Health & Nutrition With Be You Mum – Podcast
Lucinda chats to Annie Breen of the Be You Mum podcast. A chat from the heart for all mums who are worried about their kid’s health and well-being. …
The Original Health Gurus – Why Grannies Know Best!
Lucinda Miller, explores the difference between 1950s kids’ diets and diets today and what we can do to readdress the balance.
Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease – My Top Natural Remedies
Lucinda Miller, the NatureDoc shares her top natural remedies for soothing the nasty symptoms of Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease.
Why Is Feeding Your Kids Organic Food So Important?
Organic September 2018 has arrived. This is the time of the year when it is good to reflect on how and where we source the…
Is iron deficiency holding your kids back? Here’s how to avoid anaemia in children
We all want our kids to grow up to be strong and resilient. But too often, something like an iron deficiency can hold them back.…
Top 5 Go-To Natural Antiviral Remedies
The importance of vitamin D in maintaining strong bones, healthy teeth and a robust immune system is well known but do you know how much you actually …