Experience
Karen is a highly experienced paediatric dietitian and therapist with over 20 years of clinical practice supporting children and families.
Karen holds a Master’s of Science in Nutrition and a Master’s of Arts in Counselling Psychology, bringing a unique and integrated perspective to her work. Her practice focuses on both the nutritional and emotional well-being of infants, children, and their caregivers, recognizing that feeding is never just about food.
Karen's clinical background includes extensive experience in hospital and community settings, including paediatrics, neonatal intensive care, and post-hospital discharge.
Karen offers compassionate, collaborative care that meets families where they are to support their nutritional goals.
Areas of Focus
Post-Discharge Neonatal Nutrition Follow-Up
For infants who have had a NICU stay, and require support after discharge.
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weight and growth monitoring
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support with following special feeding instructions given at discharge
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monitoring and adjustments to your baby's individualized feeding care plan as their growth and needs change.
Infant/toddler/child growth or feeding concerns
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late preterm babies
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babies born small for their gestational age
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failure to thrive infants
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Allergies (FPIES, cow's milk protein allergy, etc)
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reflux, spit-up, tummy discomfort
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selecting the right formula for your baby
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constipation and diarrhea
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iron deficiency anemia
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Introduction to solids
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Challenges with solid food progression
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Managing dietary restrictions
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Selective/picky eating
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Nutrition support for complex medical needs
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Parent-child feeding dynamics and caregiver stress
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Maternal nutrition during pregnancy and postpartum
