Toddler

If you are what you eat, then British kids must be two-thirds ultra-processed

by Lucinda Miller | Mar 5, 2023 | 1 comment

The diets of British children have recently come under scrutiny, and it is not good news. An upcoming report by First Steps Nutrition Trust is warning that our toddlers have one of the worst diets in the world, with levels of ultra-processed food being a major factor...

Encopresis – My top tips to help stop your kids pooing in their pants

by Lucinda Miller | Feb 19, 2023 | 2 comments

If you get a stinky whiff of poo from your child’s nether regions when you are giving them a hug, then they might well have done a poo in their pants. Most kids will leave some skid marks when they are learning to wipe their bottom, but if there is much more deposited...

Supercharged Tomato Pasta Sauce

by Lucinda Miller | Nov 13, 2022 | 2 comments

If you have fussy eaters, here’s a super-star recipe! This smooth pasta sauce packs a hidden punch with seven vegetables blended inside, as well as white beans for added protein and fibre. Try serving this wonderful tomato sauce with red lentil pasta for an...

NatureDoc’s back to school immunity and brain boost tips

by Lucinda Miller | Aug 28, 2022 | 3 comments

At this time of year, I’m often asked the best way to keep kids healthy, strong and resilient through the first term back at school…..and this year is no exception!! Even though we’ve all had a wonderfully warm summer and many children have been able to recharge their...

How To Avoid A Hospital Trip With Croup

by Lucinda Miller | Jul 10, 2022 | 0 comments

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 breathing problems, which result in a hospital visit. Thankfully, most cases of croup are mild and can be managed at home, but...