Hi, I'm Dr Kyla! A paediatric dietitian, fussy eating specialist, and mum of two. I'm the founder of the online Mealtimes Memberships that help parents just like you experience a confident and guilt-free way of feeding children. It's so cool and also kind of scary to be here in your ears in a podcast! Maybe you've heard me rant about things for years on Instagram or maybe you're new to the work I do, but welcome regardless. I'm here to comment on, debunk and occasionally rant about things that have you confused about feeding your children. As a paediatric dietitian with 17 years experience working with kids and families particularly around fussy eating, as well as a PhD in childhood weight management, I am highly qualified to help you sort through the misinformation out there and find a way of feeding your family that feels like a good fit for you. I honestly think it can be much easier than it currently is and that we have a responsibility to raise the next generation to feel confident around food and feel good about their bodies. In this podcast, I'm your agony aunt but for all things feeding kids. Welcome to Mealtimes with Dr Kyla!
32. The one I want teachers and educators to listen to
In this episode, I'm talking about why labelling food as good vs bad, or healthy vs unhealthy (and all those "guilt-free" and "earn your cheat-day" sayings) doesn't actually work the way we think it does when it comes to teaching children about nutrition. I challenge the thinking around whether certain foods are really "bad" if you enjoy eating them, and I suggest other approaches in the classroom when it comes to nutrition education for kids instead of reaching for those labelled sorting boxes.
Listen in and discover:
Why labelling food doesn’t lead to children eating less or more of it
Are hot chips really “bad” if you feel good while eating them?
New changes around BMI measurements
How labelling food confuses children’s thinking
My problem with ‘healthy lunchbox competitions’
Why ‘simple swaps’ aren’t always the answer
The different influences on food decisions
Find out more about my masterclass 'Beyond Good and Bad Foods: A guide for early educators who want to confidently teach healthy eating' (https://mealtimes.com.au/schools/).
Connect with me (Dr Kyla) on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dr_kyla/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drkyladietitian/)!
Do you want to easily understand what’s in the food you buy without any fear mongering or misinformation? Check out my weekly Chewsday Reviews (https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/).
Join my online membership programs today! Baby Mealtimes (https://babymealtimes.com.au/) for parents introducing solids, Toddler Mealtimes (https://toddlermealtimes.com.au/) to navigate fussy eating, Family Mealtimes (https://familymealtimes.com.au/) for guidance when packing school lunches and feeding the whole family, or School Mealtimes (https://mealtimes.com.au/schools/) to change the way we talk about food in schools.
5 Aug 2026
31. My Bali 2026 Recap (with detailed hotel notes!)
Every year, our family heads to Bali, and every year, I learn something new about what actually makes a holiday feel restful. This time around, we mixed things up and swapped resorts halfway through, so I have some comparing to do! In this episode, I share the fine details, honest highlights and lowlights, what I'd book again, and my kids' thoughts too.
Listen in and discover:
What I look for when booking accommodation
How we spent our time in Bali
The questionable all-inclusive package rules
Changing resorts during our trip
My likes and dislikes across both resorts
Pool suitability for kids and families
Sun lounge availability (IYKYK!)
My thoughts on the kids' clubs, day spas and amenities
Overall thoughts and feelings on my experiences
Hiring our lovely nanny
You can contact our Balinese nanny, Ayu, on Facebook Messenger (https://www.facebook.com/diah.candradewi.96?mibextid=LQQJ4d).
Connect with me (Dr Kyla) on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dr_kyla/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drkyladietitian/)!
Do you want to easily understand what’s in the food you buy without any fear mongering or misinformation? Check out my weekly Chewsday Reviews (https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/).
Join my online membership programs today! Baby Mealtimes (https://babymealtimes.com.au/) for parents introducing solids, Toddler Mealtimes (https://toddlermealtimes.com.au/) to navigate fussy eating, Family Mealtimes (https://familymealtimes.com.au/) for guidance when packing school lunches and feeding the whole family, or School Mealtimes (https://mealtimes.com.au/schools/) to change the way we talk about food in schools.
19 Jul 2026
30. Does your child need their iron levels tested?
In this episode, I’m chatting about one of the most important nutrients in childhood: iron. With fresh research showing low iron is far more common than most of us realise, this is a timely topic!
Listen in and discover:
What iron is and why it matters so much in the early years
How prevalent low iron really is in toddlers and preschoolers
Common causes of low iron
The confusing symptoms that make low iron hard to spot
Why a blood test is the only reliable way to check iron
What to expect from the testing process
Why dosage and retesting matter so much
Connect with me (Dr Kyla) on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dr_kyla/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drkyladietitian/)!
Do you want to easily understand what’s in the food you buy without any fear mongering or misinformation? Check out my weekly Chewsday Reviews (https://mealtimes.com.au/chewsday-reviews/).
Join my online membership programs today! Baby Mealtimes (https://babymealtimes.com.au/) for parents introducing solids, Toddler Mealtimes (https://toddlermealtimes.com.au/) to navigate fussy eating, Family Mealtimes (https://familymealtimes.com.au/) for guidance when packing school lunches and feeding the whole family, or School Mealtimes (https://mealtimes.com.au/schools/) to change the way we talk about food in schools.
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