Healthy Lifestyle

An innovative healthy eating and lifestyle program for children of all ages.
Run by Royal Children's Hospital Dietitians

Are You Concerned About Your Child's Weight or Growth?

Eating

  • Are they always hungry?
  • Unable to set limits with food?
  • Won't eat fruit or vegetables?

Are they worried about comments from other children?

Self Confidence and Fitness
  • Do they always seem out of breath when exercising?
  • Won't participate in sport or active games?

The Healthy Lifestyle Program addresses each of these areas affecting children's growth and development.

Program Details

Four individual consultations for one hour with a Dietitian specialising in children's eating and nutrition. One  complimentary session three months after completing the program. Run by the Royal Children's Hospital.

  • Foods Affecting Weight
  • School Lunches And Snacks
  • Shopping And Meal Preparation
  • Family Influences On Eating
  • Behaviour And Its Effect On Eating
  • Activity And Lifestyle
  • Recreational Activities
  • Problem Areas
  • Parties, Takeaway, Eating Out
  • Computer Analysis Of Diet

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Cost

  • Fees for services are available upon request.
    Follow up review (at no charge) is included.
  • Rebates may be possible if the family is covered by Private Health Insurance "EXTRAS"

Benefits Of The Healthy Lifestyle Program

  • Avoids 'diets' for children
  • No special foods or products needed
  • Fosters improved confidence and self esteem
  • Assists in the development of good long term eating habits
 

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