Help Your Child Thrive With Our Paediatric Dieticians
At South West Kids Clinic, we go beyond standard nutrition care to help children in Wollondilly achieve their best health through personalised and proven dietetic strategies.
Conveniently located just behind Coles on the corner of Margaret & Colden Street in Picton, we tailor every approach to meet your child’s unique dietary needs and health goals.
Whether it’s managing food allergies, addressing feeding challenges, or supporting growth and development, our methods are designed to empower your child and your family with practical, lasting solutions.
Reach out today on (02) 4640 5090 or via our online contact form to learn how our dedicated dietitians can make a meaningful difference in your child’s life.
We’re here to support your family every step of the way.
Helping Your Child Build a Healthy Relationship with Food
Every child deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we’re here to make that happen. From addressing feeding challenges to creating balanced nutrition plans, our focus is on empowering families with achievable, practical strategies that promote long-term health and happiness.
We aim to take the stress out of mealtimes while fostering your child’s growth, confidence, and enjoyment of food. With a compassionate and personalised approach, our experienced paediatric dietitians are dedicated to helping your child overcome challenges and reach key milestones.
Here’s how our paediatric dietitians can help your child:
Gastrointestinal Disorders:
We provide targeted dietary solutions to ease discomfort from conditions like constipation, irritable bowel syndrome, or coeliac disease, improving digestive health and comfort.
Diabetes and Metabolic Conditions
Our team creates balanced, practical meal plans tailored to help manage blood sugar levels and promote overall metabolic health for children with diabetes or related conditions.
Weight Management Support
Whether focusing on weight gain or healthier eating habits, we offer sustainable, positive guidance to help your child feel their best and develop confidence.
Boosting Growth and Development
If your child is experiencing delayed growth or struggles with energy, we design tailored nutrition plans to support their physical and developmental progress.
Addressing Eating Challenges
For children with picky eating habits or food aversions, we foster positive food experiences and encourage trying new and enjoyable foods.
Food Allergies and Intolerances
We guide families in navigating food allergies and intolerances, offering safe and nutritious alternatives to maintain your child’s health and well-being.
How Our Paediatric Dieticians Can Help
Our Paediatric Dietitians prioritise nutrition to improve the overall health and well-being of children with disabilities. We work with families to create individualised nutrition plans to meet each child’s unique needs. We are dedicated to supporting children who face challenges with feeding, digestion, optimal nutrient intake, or weight management.
Our paediatric Dietitians have a wealth of experience in assessing and managing various conditions, including food allergies, gastrointestinal disorders, and metabolic disorders. We are also skilled in providing nutrition support to children with complex medical needs, including enteral feeding and parenteral nutrition.
Individualised Nutrition Plans:
Customised to meet each child’s unique medical, developmental, and lifestyle needs, ensuring they receive the nutrients essential for healthy growth.
Support to Access Nutritional Supplementation:
Helping families select and access the right supplements to support specific dietary needs and health conditions.
Dietary Manipulation:
Making changes to a child’s diet to manage medical conditions, improve overall health, and encourage better eating habits.
Assessment of Gastrointestinal Issues:
Assessing and addressing gastrointestinal issues to ensure dietary strategies support better digestion and comfort.
Weight Management Control and Guidance:
Providing tailored guidance for healthy weight gain or loss, aligned with a child’s individual energy and health requirements.
Caregiver Education and Support:
Equipping families with practical knowledge and strategies to confidently manage their child’s nutritional needs.
Advocacy and Support:
Ensuring children’s dietary requirements are met within schools and other settings by providing expert advocacy and guidance.
Collaboration Within Our Multidisciplinary Team and the Feeding Clinic:
Partnering with healthcare professionals and feeding specialists to deliver coordinated and comprehensive support for each child’s progress.
Our Picton Clinic – Accessible and Purpose-Built for Your Child's Care
Our clinic offers easy access without the stress of navigating the busy city centre.
With ample onsite parking, including dedicated disability parking right at our doorstep, we ensure a smooth and convenient experience for you and your child.
Our clinic also features accessible amenities designed to accommodate children and carers using mobility aids, ensuring comfort and ease during your visit.
A Space Designed for Comprehensive Care
Currently under construction, our purpose-built Picton clinic is designed to provide the highest level of care for children with diverse needs. Key features include:
- 23 Individual Treatment Rooms: Designed for different types of therapy to suit your child’s needs.
- Therapy Kitchen: Our kitchen, designed with lower bench heights, allows children using wheelchairs to fully participate in therapy sessions.
- Scales and Height Measuring Equipment
- Accessible and Modern Facilities: From bathroom amenities to our child-friendly atmosphere, we ensure a clean, comfortable, and welcoming environment.
This purpose-built space prioritises accessibility, innovation, and comfort to ensure therapy is effective and enjoyable for every child and their family.
