Riverland Balanced Nutrition

Riverland Balanced Nutrition Felicity is an Accredited Practicing Dietitian and Riverland local with over 15 years experience. Specialising in rural health care across every life stage.

In-person (Riverland) and Telehealth Australia wide. Special interest in women’s health.

One of the most common questions I get from parents is:“Why is my child hungry again so soon after snack time?” Often, i...
07/06/2026

One of the most common questions I get from parents is:

“Why is my child hungry again so soon after snack time?” 

Often, it’s not because they need more food. It’s because they need a snack that’s a little more satisfying.

My biggest snack rule is to rarely serve just one food on its own.

Most foods are good at something, but not everything. When we combine foods, snacks often provide a better mix of energy, fibre, protein and healthy fats, which can help keep kids fuller and more satisfied between meals.

Some examples:

🍎 Apple + cheese + crackers

🍓 Fruit + yoghurt 

🥕 Veggie sticks + hummus + crackers

🍞 Wholegrain toast + peanut butter + banana

🍿 Popcorn + cheese 

This doesn’t need to be complicated, expensive or Instagram-worthy. Think simple combinations using foods you already have at home.

The goal is a more satisfying snack. One which refuels, provides long lasting energy and promotes space between eating occasions.

What’s your child’s favourite snack combination?

As a mum of two young children, business owner, and working mum, I know that most people don’t need another fancy recipe...
07/06/2026

As a mum of two young children, business owner, and working mum, I know that most people don’t need another fancy recipe from social media.

A new recipe often means:
• New ingredients to buy
• New flavour combinations the family may not like
• Unfamiliar cooking techniques
• More steps to follow
• More dishes to wash
• More mental load

What most people actually need are simple systems that work with the foods they already know and enjoy.

Instead of constantly searching for the “perfect” meal, I help clients make small adjustments to familiar meals to create better balance. That might mean adding more protein, increasing vegetables, choosing a higher-fibre carbohydrate, or tweaking portions.

The goal isn’t to reinvent dinner every night.

The goal is to make the meals you’re already eating work harder for you.

Healthy eating doesn’t need to be complicated. In my experience, the basics done consistently usually beat the perfect plan done occasionally.

What’s one meal your family has on regular rotation each week? 🍽️

A last-minute cancellation has come up this week.📍 Renmark🕜 Wednesday at 1:30pmIf you’ve been thinking about booking an ...
01/06/2026

A last-minute cancellation has come up this week.

📍 Renmark
🕜 Wednesday at 1:30pm

If you’ve been thinking about booking an appointment for weight loss, women’s health, gut health, diabetes, family nutrition, or another nutrition concern, this is a great opportunity to get started.

No fad diets. No judgement. Just evidence-based nutrition advice tailored to you.

📩 Send me a DM or book online via the website to secure the appointment.

Foodland Finds 🛒A new regular series where I share some of my favourite specials from the Foodland catalogue, new produc...
26/05/2026

Foodland Finds 🛒

A new regular series where I share some of my favourite specials from the Foodland catalogue, new products or foods I love — as a dietitian and mum of two.

These are products I genuinely buy, feed my family, and recommend to clients. Simple, practical foods that make balanced eating easier, while also supporting a local family-owned supermarket.

This week’s finds 👆🏼

Starting solids soon? 🤍I’ll be presenting an Introduction to Solids workshop on Sunday 24th May in Loxton — designed for...
20/05/2026

Starting solids soon? 🤍

I’ll be presenting an Introduction to Solids workshop on Sunday 24th May in Loxton — designed for parents of babies from around 3 months onwards who are starting to think about solids, as well as parents who’ve already started but are feeling confused or overwhelmed by conflicting advice.

We’ll cover:
• When and how to start solids
• Allergens and food safety
• What’s normal with feeding
• Preventing fussy eating
• Homemade vs store-bought foods
• High chair setup and safe eating posture

This is a small, practical session with plenty of opportunity to ask questions specific to your baby.

Tickets are priced much lower than my usual in-person education sessions, and I likely won’t run another solids workshop for a few months — so now is a good opportunity if this has been on your mind.

Scan the QR code for tickets, or follow this link: https://checkout.square.site/merchant/MLXG445CK1AEQ/checkout/6PEQJUYPWTC4WTK63634NVVN?src=sheet

PCOS has officially been renamed to PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.And honestly, I think it’s a step in...
14/05/2026

PCOS has officially been renamed to PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome.

And honestly, I think it’s a step in the right direction.

For years, the name Polycystic O***y Syndrome has been misleading. Many people with PCOS don’t actually have ovarian cysts, and the name never fully reflected what this condition really is: a complex hormonal and metabolic condition that can affect far more than fertility alone.

The new name aims to better recognise the bigger picture, including insulin resistance, metabolic health, skin changes, mental health, cardiovascular risk, and hormonal symptoms. It reflects that this is a whole-body condition, not just an o***y problem.

Of course, a name change alone won’t fix delayed diagnosis, lack of support, or gaps in treatment. But clearer language can help improve understanding, validation, research, and hopefully the way people with PCOS/PMOS are cared for.

I’d love to hear your thoughts.
Do you like the new name?
Do you feel it better reflects your experience living with PCOS? 👇

It’s Dietitians Week here in Australia, and this year’s theme from Dietitians Australia is “Celebrating our collective i...
12/05/2026

It’s Dietitians Week here in Australia, and this year’s theme from Dietitians Australia is “Celebrating our collective impact.”

After 15 years as a dietitian, that message resonates more than ever.

One of the things I value most about working in the Riverland is that healthcare here is genuinely collaborative. Good nutrition care rarely happens in isolation. It comes from GPs, nurses, aged care staff, specialists, allied health providers, carers, families, and most importantly, the client themselves, all working together toward better health outcomes.

When I moved into private practice, I quickly recognised preventative nutrition healthcare as a significant gap within our region, and it’s something I’ve become deeply passionate about. I’m grateful to work alongside so many dedicated local healthcare professionals across general practice, community health, hospitals and aged care, to help support the health of our community.

Dietitians are often associated with meal plans or weight loss, but our role reaches much further than that. Evidence-based nutrition care plays an important role in chronic disease management, women’s health, diabetes, gastrointestinal conditions, malnutrition, aged care, pregnancy, paediatrics and preventative health across the lifespan.

I don’t take this profession lightly. It’s a privilege to support people through vulnerable seasons of life, and the passion for this work is stronger now than when I first graduated.

To the local health professionals I collaborate with, thank you. And to every client who has trusted me with their care over the years, thank you for allowing me to be part of your health journey.

Somewhere along the way, “just a coffee” became breakfast for far too many people.Then comes the mid-morning crash, the ...
10/05/2026

Somewhere along the way, “just a coffee” became breakfast for far too many people.

Then comes the mid-morning crash, the irritability, the grazing all afternoon, the 3pm sugar hit, and the feeling of having “no willpower”. Often, it’s not a motivation problem. It’s an under-fuelled body trying to catch up.

Coffee can absolutely be part of your morning.
But your brain, hormones, muscles, and energy levels also need actual food.

Even something simple is a good start:
• toast + eggs
• yoghurt + fruit
• overnight oats
• smoothie with protein
• peanut butter on toast
• leftovers from dinner

You do not need a “perfect” breakfast.
You just need enough fuel to support your body properly. ☕️🍳

Cancellation appointments are now available this week:📍 LoxtonTuesday 12th May — 2:15pmWednesday 13th May — 10:15amThese...
10/05/2026

Cancellation appointments are now available this week:

📍 Loxton
Tuesday 12th May — 2:15pm

Wednesday 13th May — 10:15am

These appointments are suitable for new or existing clients.

Bookings can be made via the booking system on our website, DM, or by contacting the clinic on 0448 917 129.

Cancellation appointments are now available this week:📍 LoxtonTuesday 5th May — 12:15pm📍 RenmarkWednesday 6th May — 12:3...
03/05/2026

Cancellation appointments are now available this week:

📍 Loxton
Tuesday 5th May — 12:15pm

📍 Renmark
Wednesday 6th May — 12:30pm

These appointments are suitable for new or existing clients.

Bookings can be made via the booking system on our website, DM, or by contacting the clinic on 0448 917 129.

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39 East Terrace
Loxton, SA
5333

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