Dr Julie's Coffee Chats

Welcome to a brand new year - 2024!! Not one to do things half-pie you get both Caz and I in this episode cracking into the new year! In this episode we talk about goals - if we should have them and are we setting them (spoiler we are not!), why we struggle so much (especially as women) to even allow ourselves to think about what we want and then both of us share a very real want for us. 

Caz and I come together to wrap up this huge year! In this episode we reflect on our highs, challenges, sharing some 'funny stuff' and finally both of our single takeaway from the year (this last one we didn't share beforehand!)

Christmas can be a hard time of year for many people - for those that find this time hard, or are facing a tough Xmas this year this one is for you. In this episode I also do an inner child reading for you. This one might also be helpful for those that are supporting someone through this time too. 

Following on from last week I continue to deep dive into common areas that we struggle with at this time along with unpacking the fruit question! 1. Starting solids at Christmas time? 2. What is the deal with fruit? Is it really 'that bad?' 3. How to find me-time during this crazy period - it feels impossible?

We are about to step into the crazy festive season! Today I tackle three questions and areas relevant to this time: 1. Saying No - to foods, invites or anything that you simply do not want to do or your children to do! 2. How to actually enjoy this time of year without strict restriction? 3. What foods are good for resetting after falling off the wagon?

This week on the podcast I am talking to you about three areas we...well talk...and are relevant to this time of year: 1) Treats - talking about and reframing treats 2) How we talk to kids about food 3) What do you reallllly want for Christmas and how are you talking to yourself about this?!

One year ago I underwent my second major neuro-surgery for an advanced cholesteatoma. As a mother of three small children and a business owner going through this surgery and  through both the physical and emotional recovery with no family help or support has taken everything. It has been my second surgery in three years as well. Today Caz helps me to unpack this recovery process - she has been my...

Sleep is one of our four key cornerstones of wellbeing. It is often extremely neglected and yet has a significant impact of many aspects of our health and wellbeing - this becomes amplified significantly in parenthood. This week I deep dive into some major areas of this: 1. Sleep deprivation and insulin resistance 2. Can babies have protein at night? 3. What can you do when you really cannot get s...

This week we have three great questions and topics!  1. Coffee - Good vs Bad?  2. Insulin Sensitivity, diet and overall wellbeing 3. Is it ok for kids to eat dirt?

Three Caller Questions: 1. I am working on reducing my drinking - can you expand more on the relationship between alcohol and hormone changes?  2. I know you have done a lot of work in the area of body confidence I still feel a lot of dread at this time of year and getting into togs - do you have any advice? 3. I have seen some nutritionists recommending serving dessert and dinner together - what...

This week we have a focus on electronic devices - I am about to get my 11 year old his first phone. In this podcast I talk about how I feel around this, what I have done in preparation and some key research. This leads to talking about devices for younger children and a relevant caller question on why I suggest withholding kids from organised sport as long as possible.

October is birthday month for me with both my oldest and youngest child's birthdays. This year they are 11 and 4 (!!). It's always a time of deep reflection. In this episode I do just that, including reading a letter I wrote to myself as a new mother three years ago. If you feel in the trenches, like you are failing at parenting or just need some musings on the roller coaster that this j...

This week we have a 'where to start focus' based on your called questions! 1) Where to start with mindful eating - I know I should do it but it just feels overwhelming. 2) Where to start with reducing sugar - I know I need to do this but just cannot seem to be able to?!  3) You mentioned in one of your podcasts on the work you have done in finding yourself. I feel really lost with this a...

Caz is back! We are talking our key lessons as working mothers AND Caz takes the floor to share just what it is like to work with a creative entrepreneur aka me! 

Today we have three great caller questions: 1) How do you manage balancing kids 'helping' in the kitchen vs actually getting it done?! I feel so time poor but really want to pass these important skills to my kids. 2) Alcohol and weight loss - I am trying to lose weight or as you say change my body composition. I like to have a drink at the end of the day once the kids are down. I do have...

In this weeks episode I share with you all 'the food contract that wasn't' - many of you have been following the tough journey of my ground up food brand. Recently we came close to being accepted by a high-end food wholesaler here in New Zealand. I talk through the process, my disappointment and just how staked this system is especially as a female run business, plus where to from h...

Today we are taking caller questions on:  1) Weetbix - "Just how bad or good is weetbix?" 2) "I have been doing a lot of walks recently after having a baby and they don't seem to be making a difference - should I be doing weight training? 3) "Help! I have been out of the workforce for 10 years and have three children I don't even know where to start - I need to find a...

Today we have three great caller questions: 1. Please help I feel like I have stuffed up my child's food up, she is three and I don't know what to do.   2. Where do I actually start with losing weight? I have tried so many times and failed over and over again. 3. Just what is risky play and it's importance for children, how do I start doing it and what is age appropriate?

In this special edition episode, Caz and I come together with our hearts and stories to talk about and challenge Father's Day for anyone who struggles with this day for whatever reason. This one is for you. 

10) Studying with Kids, Breakfast & Collagen Powder Today we have three great caller questions: 1. I am thinking of going back studying and have a 6 and 4 year old. Do you have any advice? 2. I really struggle to eat breakfast in the morning and don't eat until midday - is this bad? How important is breakfast? 3. What are my views on collagen? Good, bad or all hype?

Today we are discussing relationship tax, a hidden but significant challenge encountered in many relationships that involve the care of children and how it impacts us, weaponised incompetence and the 'tit-for-tat' that can happen.  As we are talking about a topic related to mental load this is also a good time to update you on how I went on my recharge time, what came up for me, how I fe...

Today we have a very special guest appearance! Introducing one of my best friends, operations manager and all round incredible human Caz! We chat through our timeline, when and how we meet, some big ups and downs we have walked through, how Caz came to work for me and for a real laugh.....our beige flags!  

Today we are taking two callers questions including one on the topic of adult friendships for which we will be talking more about next week with a special appearance! I am also going to share three top finds from the Auckland Food Show 1) The struggle to recharge as a mother - "You have mentioned on socials about some of the things you are doing to recharge and how you have struggled previous...

Today we are taking caller questions on: 1) "You said in an earlier episode that you don't use scales - why and then how do you track your progress?" 2) "Why don't you recommend bribes and rewards for toddlers (but this also translates to adult nutrition e.g. the concept of a cheat meal/day). 3) Help! There is so much confusing and conflicting nutrition advice online - how...

In this episode we dive deep into the food industry. It will not be the only time we do this! I challenge you as consumers to truly look into who you are buying from and answer two relevant listener questions:  - Making informed choices about who you are buying from, what some top food industry brands CEO's get paid and do they eat their own food? - Listener Question: Do children really need...