Natural Super Kids Podcast

Jessica Donovan
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Ideas and inspiration to boost the health and nutrition of your kids with Naturopath Jessica Donovan

  1. Jul 19

    Episode 270: Pressing Pause: Why This Is Our Last Episode (For Now)

    Why the Natural Super Kids Podcast Is Pressing Pause After 270 Episodes This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we have some big news to share. After 270 episodes and almost six years of recording nearly every week, we’ve decided to press pause on the podcast. This is not necessarily goodbye forever. It’s a decision we’ve been thinking about for months and one that now feels right. Creating this podcast has been such an important part of Natural Super Kids but lately we’ve felt our inspiration starting to dip. We’ve found ourselves revisiting topics we’ve already covered and we know we need some space to work out what content will genuinely be most helpful for parents moving forward. In this episode, we share: Why we’ve decided to pause the Natural Super Kids Podcast after 270 episodesWhat the extra space will allow us and the Natural Super Kids team to focus onWhy we are feeling pulled towards refreshing our written content and older resourcesHow you can keep learning from the 270 podcast episodes already available🎧 Tune in to hear why we are pressing pause, what might come next and why we’d genuinely love your feedback on the future of the podcast. We’d Love to Hear From You Whether you’ve been listening since the very beginning or only recently found the podcast, thank you for being here. We’d genuinely love to know how you feel about the podcast pressing pause. What content would help you most? What platforms or formats do you prefer? And if you’re really sad to see the weekly episodes pause, please tell us that too. Your feedback will help shape what comes next for Natural Super Kids and may even help inform the future of the podcast. 📲 Stay Connected With Natural Super Kids The podcast may be pressing pause but Natural Super Kids is not going anywhere. We’ll continue sharing practical kids' health and nutrition content on Instagram. We’ll also be running free live masterclasses and sending our weekly emails with helpful information for parents. If you’d like to join our email list, download our free Kids Gut Health eBook. You’ll receive the eBook and our regular emails with kids' health and nutrition support. Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Natural Super Kids Klub Explore our kids' health and nutrition resources, masterclasses and practitioner support through the Natural Super Kids website. 🌿 Free Winter Immunity Masterclass  Join the free Why Kids Get Sick Every Winter (And What You Can Do About It) masterclass. Save your seat here. 🌿 Send us a DM on Instagram at @naturalsuperkids and let us know what you think. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 270: Pressing Pause: Why This Is Our Last Episode (For Now)

  2. Jul 12

    Episode 269: The Everyday Antibacterial Products That Could Be Making Your Kids More Vulnerable This Winter

    How Everyday Antibacterial Products Could Affect Your Child’s Immune System This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re talking about the everyday antibacterial products many families use to try to keep germs away, and how they may be making it harder for your child’s immune system to do its job. From antibacterial hand washes and surface sprays to laundry sanitisers, dishwashing products and teenage skincare, these products are often marketed as protective. But when used too often, they can reduce the microbial exposure children need for healthy immune development. In this episode, we explore: Why too many antibacterial products can interfere with healthy immune developmentThe two chemicals to look out for: triclosan and benzalkonium chlorideWhere these chemicals may be hiding, including soaps, sanitisers, laundry products, dishwashing liquids and skincareSimple swaps that support a healthier home without over-sanitising your child’s environment🎧 Tune in to learn why microbes are not always the enemy, how everyday antibacterial habits may be affecting your child’s immunity and what to use instead this winter. Free Winter Immunity Masterclass If this episode is resonating and you want to understand where your child’s immunity might be getting undermined, join our free Why Kids Get Sick Every Winter (And What You Can Do About It) masterclass. You’ll learn the four areas where well-meaning parents may be making it harder for their child’s immune system to do its job, plus simple natural strategies to support your family through winter. 👉 Save your seat here: https://naturalsuperkids.com/winter Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram  Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education and updates on upcoming programs and resources. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 269: The Everyday Antibacterial Products That Could Be Making Your Kids More Vulnerable This Winter

  3. Jul 5

    Episode 268: The Two Nutrient Deficiencies Most GPs Aren't Checking That Could Be Behind Your Child's Constant Colds

    Could Iron and Zinc Deficiency Be Behind Your Child's Constant Colds? This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we're exploring two of the most overlooked nutrient deficiencies that could be affecting your child's immune system, especially if they seem to catch every cold that goes around or take longer than expected to recover. If your child keeps getting sick and you're repeatedly told it's "just another virus" or they're prescribed another round of antibiotics, this episode will help you understand one of the underlying reasons this cycle may be continuing. We explain why iron and zinc are essential for a healthy immune system and why standard blood tests don't always give the full picture. In this episode, we explore: Why iron deficiency can affect immunity, even when your child isn't anaemicWhy ferritin is one of the most important markers to assess iron stores and why haemoglobin alone isn't enoughHow zinc supports immune function, gut health and recovery and the common signs your child may be running lowWhy standard GP blood tests often miss these nutrient deficiencies and what to ask for if your child is frequently unwellHow diet, gut health, dairy intake and nutrient absorption all influence iron and zinc levels in children🎧 Tune in to learn why identifying and correcting iron and zinc deficiencies may help reduce frequent winter illnesses, support faster recovery and strengthen your child's immune system over time. Free Winter Immunity Masterclass If your child seems to catch every bug that goes around and you're wondering what could be contributing to it, join our free Why Kids Get Sick Every Winter (And What You Can Do About It) masterclass. You'll learn the four key areas that influence your child's immune system and simple natural strategies that can help support healthier winters. 👉 Save your free seat: https://naturalsuperkids.com/winter Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Need support with your child's iron or zinc levels? Email: support@naturalsuperkids.com 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education and updates on upcoming programs and resources. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 268: The Two Nutrient Deficiencies Most GPs Aren't Checking That Could Be Behind Your Child's Constant Colds

  4. Jun 28

    Episode 267: What Happens to Your Child's Immune System When You Keep Suppressing Fevers

    What Happens When You Keep Suppressing Fevers in Children This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re talking about fevers in children, why they happen and what can happen when we suppress them too quickly or too often. It’s 2am. Your child is burning up. You feel scared. Reaching for Panadol can feel like the most caring thing to do. This episode is not about making parents feel guilty, it’s about helping you understand what a fever is actually doing, when it may be helpful to let it run its course and when it’s time to seek medical support. In this episode we explore: Why fever is a deliberate immune response.How fevers help the body slow down pathogens.What can happen when fevers are repeatedly suppressed.How to support your child with hydration, rest and comfort measures.🎧 Tune in to learn how to feel more confident around childhood fevers, why the goal is not always to bring the temperature down straight away and how to support your child’s immune system in a safe and considered way. Free Winter Immunity Masterclass If this episode is resonating and you want to understand where your child’s immunity might be getting undermined, join our free Why Kids Get Sick Every Winter (And What You Can Do About It) masterclass. You’ll learn the four areas where well-meaning parents may be making it harder for their child’s immune system to do its job. Jessica also shares simple natural strategies to support your family through winter. 👉 Save your seat here: https://naturalsuperkids.com/winter Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Free Winter Immunity Masterclass  https://naturalsuperkids.com/winter 🌿 Health Direct Fever in Babies and Children Infographic  Search “Health Direct fever infographic” for guidance on when to manage a fever at home and when to seek medical attention. 🌿 Part & Parcel  Shop healthy pantry staples, low-tox household products, supplements and snacks. Use code NSK20 to receive $20 off your first order over $99.  https://partandparcel.com.au/naturalsuperkids 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram  Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education and updates on upcoming programs and resources. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 267: What Happens to Your Child's Immune System When You Keep Suppressing Fevers

  5. Jun 21

    Episode 266: Why Kids Getting Sick Is Actually Normal (And What You Can Do to Make It Happen Less)

    Why Kids Get Sick So Often and How to Support Their Immune System Naturally This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re talking about why kids getting sick is actually normal, especially during winter. We also talk about what you can do to help it happen less often. If you’re in week three of another cold, your child has missed school again and everyone is exhausted, it’s easy to wonder if something is wrong with their immune system. In many cases, nothing is “wrong”, but there are reasons some kids get sick more often, take longer to recover or develop recurring issues like ear infections, croup, coughs and congestion. In this episode, we explore: Why 6 to 8 colds a year can be normal for children.How illness helps train the immune system.The role of nutritional deficiencies, including iron, zinc, vitamin D and vitamin C.How gut health, inflammation, allergies, poor sleep and indoor lifestyles can affect immunity.🎧 Tune in to learn why the goal isn’t zero illness, it’s fewer infections, milder symptoms and faster recovery, plus a clearer understanding of what may be undermining your child’s immunity. Free Winter Immunity Masterclass If this episode is resonating and you want to understand where your child’s immunity might be getting undermined, join our free Why Kids Get Sick Every Winter (And What You Can Do About It) masterclass. You’ll learn what may be driving recurrent colds, coughs, ear infections, croup and slow recovery. Jessica also shares simple natural strategies to support your family through winter. 👉 Save your seat here: https://naturalsuperkids.com/winter Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram  Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education and updates on upcoming programs and resources. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 266: Why Kids Getting Sick Is Actually Normal (And What You Can Do to Make It Happen Less)

  6. Jun 14

    Episode 265: From The Darkest Place To The Surf Lifesaving Nationals - Ashton's Story

    How One Family Supported Their Son Through Severe Emotional Struggles, Developmental Challenges, and a Powerful Recovery Journey This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re sharing an incredibly raw and emotional conversation with mum Casey about her son Ashton’s journey through severe behavioural challenges, mental health struggles, sleep issues, ADHD, anxiety and overwhelming family stress, and how things slowly began to change. We speak with Casey about the years where Ashton’s aggression, emotional dysregulation, self-harm and physical health issues left the whole family in survival mode and how a combination of holistic health support, gut health interventions, psychological care and community support helped Ashton find his way back to himself. In this episode, we explore: How Ashton’s sudden changes in behaviour, aggression, emotional outbursts and school struggles led to multiple diagnoses including ADHD, anxiety, depression and pathological demand avoidanceThe hidden physical health issues contributing to his mental and emotional state, including severe sleep deprivation, gut dysfunction and poor nutrient absorptionHow microbiome testing, targeted supplements, dietary changes and nervous system support helped improve Ashton’s sleep, mood, emotional regulation and energyWhy community support, trusting parental instincts and taking small consistent steps can make such a powerful difference for families navigating complex challenges🎧 Tune in to hear Ashton’s incredible story. From a place of crisis and hopelessness to becoming a calmer, happier young boy thriving socially, emotionally and even competing at the Surf Lifesaving Nationals. This episode is a powerful reminder that progress is possible, even when things feel impossibly hard. Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram  Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education, and updates on upcoming programs and resources. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 265: From The Darkest Place To The Surf Lifesaving Nationals - Ashton's Story

  7. Jun 7

    Episode 264: From Developmental Delays To The Best Reader In His Class - Matthew's Story

    From Developmental Delays to Thriving: Matthew’s Gut Health and Learning Journey This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re sharing an incredibly honest and hopeful conversation with parents Ann and Ben about their son Matthew’s health journey. From developmental delays, emotional outbursts, digestive issues, sleep struggles and sensory challenges, through to becoming a calm, connected, thriving child who is now one of the best readers in his class. We chat with Ann and Ben about the many pieces that helped support Matthew’s progress, including gut health, nutrition, microbiome testing, nervous system support and a more holistic approach to children’s health. In this episode we explore: How early signs like colic, reflux, speech delays, aggression, poor sleep and frequent illness were impacting Matthew and the whole familyWhy trusting parental instincts matters when concerns are dismissed as “normal” developmental differencesThe role of gut health, gluten and dairy sensitivities, low-tox living and practitioner-grade supplements in supporting behaviour, digestion, and emotional regulationHow therapies focused on the nervous system, primitive reflex integration and the gut-brain connection helped improve coordination, learning, communication, and self-regulation🎧 Tune in to hear Matthew’s inspiring story, the practical changes that made the biggest difference for this family, and a powerful reminder that children can thrive when we look beyond isolated symptoms and support the body as a whole. Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram  Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education, and updates on upcoming programs and resources. Parents Directory This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 264: From Developmental Delays To The Best Reader In His Class - Matthew's Story

  8. May 31

    Episode 263: Most Microbiome Tests for Kids Are Being Misinterpreted — Here’s What Parents Need To Know

    How to Interpret Paediatric Microbiome Testing Correctly (and What Most Parents Aren’t Told) This week on the Natural Super Kids Podcast, we’re talking about one of the biggest issues we are seeing in children’s health right now, the misinterpretation of paediatric microbiome testing. With more families turning to gut microbiome testing to understand eczema, allergies, digestive symptoms, immune issues, and overall health, it’s becoming increasingly important for parents to understand that children’s microbiome results cannot be interpreted the same way as adults’. We share key insights from a recent paediatric microbiome mentoring program with Dr Brad Leech. During this, Dr Brad explained the common mistakes that can lead to unnecessary supplementation, restrictive diets, and incorrect “leaky gut” diagnoses in children, which we wanted to share with you today. In this episode, we explore: Why most microbiome tests for kids use adult reference ranges that may not apply to childrenThe truth about zonulin, secretory IgA, and microbiome diversity scores in kids under 12Why a child’s age, diet, breastfeeding history, and immune development matter when interpreting resultsHow the right practitioner and the right testing technology can make a huge difference in getting useful, accurate information🎧 Tune in to learn why low microbiome diversity is not always a bad thing in young children, why some gut test results may be misunderstood, and how to approach paediatric microbiome testing in a more informed and balanced way. FREE MASTERCLASS:  The Natural Solution ​​​​​for Kids with ​​​​​Eczema & Allergies How to soothe skin, calm reactions & reduce flare-ups .... naturally. Register for our Masterclass here Resources & Links Mentioned 🌿 Connect with us on Instagram Follow @naturalsuperkids for practical tips, education, and updates on upcoming programs and resources. 🌿 Join the Eczema & Allergy Program Waitlist Add your name to the waitlist to be notified when the next round opens. This episode is proudly sponsored by my membership, the Natural Super Kids Klub. If you would like to become a member of the Klub to get more helpful resources to help you raise a happy and healthy family click here and pop your name on the waitlist.  If you loved this episode, leave me a review! I would really appreciate it. Also, let me know your biggest takeaway from this episode by sending me a direct message on Instagram @naturalsuperkids or shoot me an email at jessica@naturalsuperkids.com.

    Episode 263: Most Microbiome Tests for Kids Are Being Misinterpreted — Here’s What Parents Need To Know
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Ideas and inspiration to boost the health and nutrition of your kids with Naturopath Jessica Donovan

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  • Creator
    Jessica Donovan
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    269
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Natural Super Kids Podcast
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    Natural Super Kids Podcast

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