Specialist Support for IBD, Gut and Immune Health
Children and young people living with IBD deserve better.
They deserve to thrive.
Having a child or loved one with IBD can feel frightening and lonely. I understand this deeply - I've lived it with my own family and have supported over a hundred families through the same challenges.
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You may be here because:
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You're trying to care for a child or teen with IBD, but you're not sure what's best in terms of diet, supplements and flare prevention
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Your child or teen has ongoing symptoms and you don't know what's safe or how best to support them
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Standard tests haven't given you clear answers to what's really going on.
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You want a clear plan, that works for your unique child and family, not guesswork
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You're exhausted, worried and want someone who really understands and can help you finally join the dots
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You've come to the right place.
I'M HERE TO HELP
Hi, I'm Annette.
IBD touched my own family, so I understand how frightening and overwhelming it can feel when your child is unwell. Supporting young people with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and helping their families find clarity and confidence, has become my life’s work.
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I’m a Registered Functional Nutritional Therapist and Nutrigenomics Practitioner, helping children and teens with IBD around the world. I combine evidence-based nutritional therapy, naturopathy and functional medicine approaches with a deeply empathetic, practical support that works alongside your child’s medical care.
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Alongside my clinic, I run an online community of more than 900 parents of children with IBD, offering daily support.
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My passion is helping families move out of survival mode and into a place where their children can feel stronger, more supported, and able to thrive again.
As a Functional Nutritional Therapist, I help children and adults with IBD (Crohn's and Colitis) and wider gut, immune, and chronic conditions to improve their wellbeing.
Children's Stories
Each child's journey is unique, but change is possible. These stories touch on what can happen with the right support.
Ella, 10 - Newly Diagnosed
Newly diagnosed and overwhelmed, Ella's mum needed clear guidance.
A simple, child-friendly approach eased symptoms and helped them both feel more confident.
Lotte, 12- Bleeding, Urgency, Mood Swings
Lotte's tummy pain and emotional outbursts were overwhelming and very upsetting for her.
Gentle gut and nervous system support steadied her digestion, calmed her symptoms and helped her feel happier and more settled.
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Case studies are shared with parent's consent and represent what has helped these families. Each child’s situation is unique, so results will vary. This work supports - and does not replace - medical advice. Replacement images have been used to protect Ella's and Lotte's privacy.
Paediatric IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease - Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis)
Explore IBD Support
I am passionate about helping people to turn their lives around - and supporting our children to have better futures.
Every day I talk with parents of children who have been diagnosed with IBD - Crohn's or Ulcerative Colitis. They're looking for answers, and help - to improve the lives and the outcomes for their children.
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IBD is a complex condition, though with the right support things can - and do - turn around, often significantly. If you're a parent living through this just now with your child, I understand, and I am here to help.
