In today’s episode of The Jade Walker Way, I’m joined by paediatric nutritionist Casey Carter from Carter Nutrition for a powerful and eye-opening deep dive into the gut–brain–sleep connection in kids.
If your child struggles with bedtime battles, constant tummy aches, eczema flare-ups, emotional dysregulation or ongoing “meltdowns,” this conversation will completely shift how you understand what’s going on beneath the surface.
We explore:
• Why sleep issues often begin in the gut, not the bedtime routine
• How tummy aches and constipation get normalised when they shouldn’t
• The overlooked connection between gut health, behaviour and emotional regulation
• Why zinc, iron and protein are crucial for kids’ sleep and moods
• Probiotic strains that support sleep
• How to approach this through a neuro-affirming, child-led lens
• Gut microbiome testing for kids: when it’s worth it and what practitioners look for
• Simple, realistic, non-restrictive nutritional changes that actually work
Whether you’re a parent, caregiver or practitioner, this episode is full of practical insights and supportive tools to help your little one feel better from the inside out.
Website: https://www.carter-nutrition.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carternutrition
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