Disordered eating is prevalent in our society, and when we discuss health, we want to approach conversations in ways that promote healthy relationships with food. Learn from our expert, Dr Michelle Boyd what to ask and what not to ask, and what red flags you should keep in mind when discussing health behaviours with families.

Host Dr Sam Manger chats to Dr Michelle Boyd, a general paediatrician based at the Queensland Children Hospital and CYMHS Greenslopes Eating Disorders Program. She currently leads the inpatient care of the eating disorders cohort at QCH and currently contributes to many local, state-wide and national eating disorders training and education forums.

Working in primary care can be a tough job. Weaving conversations about nutrition, physical activity, and sleep into a 10-minute consult can be even harder. Dr Sally Crane discusses how she does this routinely and how she motivates her patients to make small behaviour changes that work and are sustainable.

Dr Sally Crane is a General Practitioner who enjoys working closely with children with allergies, restrictive eating habits and weight concerns. Sally collaborates with families to promote and normalise healthy eating habits and enjoyment of food and activity.

Sleep is a superpower. Inadequate or poor sleep has been linked to negative mental health and linked to depression and anxiety. Find out the best tips to support families towards better health through improved sleep as host Dr. Sam Manger, talks with our sleep expert, Dr Honey Heussler.

Dr Honey Heussler is a Developmental and Sleep paediatrician based at the Queensland Children’s Hospital. She is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of Queensland. She works clinically, is the Medical Director of Child and Youth Community health services as well as having a strong research program.