Paediatric Nutrition Consultations
At The Allergy Dietitian Clinic, we provide expert nutrition support for babies, children, and families living with food allergies and related nutrition concerns.
Our principal dietitian, Laura Freer, is a specialist Paediatric Allergy Dietitian and Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) with almost 20 years of experience. Laura offers individualised assessment, tailored advice, and ongoing support to help your child grow and thrive while managing food allergies and intolerances.
We offer medical nutrition therapy across a wide range of conditions, including:
Infant Nutrition & Cow’s Milk Allergy Support
Guidance for breastfeeding mums on exclusion diets, ensuring nutritional adequacy for both mother and baby
Advice on suitable allergy formulas when required
Support for infants with eczema, including advice on introducing allergenic solids safely
Step-by-step support with food allergy prevention and management during pregnancy, infancy and childhood
Practical guidance with milk ladders for reintroduction of cow’s milk
Food Allergy Management
Optimising nutrition for children with food allergies
Label reading and practical shopping guidance
Safe food inclusion and avoidance strategies
Support for poor weight gain or growth faltering
Feeding difficulties and fussy eating
Guidance on introducing solids in the context of food allergies
Complex food allergy support including multiple food allergies
Food Intolerance
Lactose, fructose and sucrose malabsorption
Constipation and/or loose stools
Colicky behaviour and unsettledness
Reflux
Coeliac disease
Eosinophilic Oesophagitis
What to Expect
An initial telehealth consultation usually takes 45–60 minutes. During this time, we gather a detailed history to provide personalised advice tailored to your child’s unique needs.
Please prepare for your appointment (if available):
Recent medical investigations (e.g. skin prick tests, blood tests)
Relevant medical history and medications
Your child’s growth history and most recent measurements
Referral from your GP, Paediatrician, Allergist/Immunologist, Gastroenterologist (preferred but not required)
Following your consultation, we will work together to create a practical and family-centred nutrition plan. This plan considers your child’s growth, nutrition requirements, food allergies, medical needs, preferences, and family lifestyle.
If appropriate, a letter summarising the assessment and treatment plan will be sent to your referring GP or specialist to ensure coordinated care.
Regular follow up appointments (phone or in clinic) are recommended to provide ongoing support and guidance.
Flexible Consultation Options
We know it can be challenging to attend in-person appointments with young children. That’s why we offer phone consultations Australia-wide—so you can access support wherever you are.
Of course, if you prefer to see us face to face and are location in the Adelaide region, we have options for accessing clinics - see below.
Why Choose Telehealth Consultations:
Accessible from anywhere in Australia, in the comfort of your own home!
Expert guidance tailored to your child’s unique needs
No-fuss, approachable advice you can implement immediately
Reduce anxiety and feel confident you’re doing the best for your child
Prefer face to face? In clinic appointments also available in the Adelaide Region
Laura provides face to face consulting services from the following locations:
109 Conyngham St, Frewville SA 5063
Alternate Wednesdays
Appointments can be made directly online with immediate availability
Adelaide Paediatrics in Adelaide, South Australia
She consults on Tuesdays alternating between Wayville and Morphett Vale
To make an appointment, contact Adelaide Paediatrics Admin at Wayville (08 7123 6177) or Morphett Vale (08 7123 6163)