How can a naturopath help my child (or teenager)?
- Jasmin Sturm
- Oct 11
- 4 min read
Yes I do work with children and teenagers. In fact, I love to work with young people.
This is how I got started in naturopathy. My own daughter was a pre-schooler (30 odd years ago) she had a repeated cough, cold and a runny nose. I’d taken her to the doctor numerous times & ended up feeling disillusioned as antibiotics were repeatedly the only treatment that I was offered.
So, I delved into what natural remedies I could use which included homeopathy, dietary modification, herbal medicine, flower essences amongst other things. I
learnt iridology (our health potentials and weaknesses are reflected in our iris) and this opened up to studying naturopathy and herbal medicine in 1994.
(Click here to learn how I can help teenagers)
"The probiotic & dietary recommendations you gave *** settled down the diarrhoea so fast! Thankyou so much." Mum of a 6 year old. May 24
What sort of health concerns do I help children with?
✅ Digestive health: tummy aches, bloating, constipation, runny poos, encopresis, tummy bugs
✅ Anxiety, resistance to sleeping, waking up repeatedly, moodiness, separation anxiety
✅ Hyperactivity, ADHD, poor concentration, lack of motivation
✅ Constant infections: coughs, colds, sore throats, earaches, runny noses, chestiness, viruses, gum infections, tummy bugs, impetigo
✅ Skin: eczema, sores that don’t heal, itchiness, rashes
✅ Allergies, sneezing, hay-fever, itchy throat, sinus, mouth breathing, watery eyes
✅ Sporting injuries, sore muscles, growing pains, leg cramps
Which of my services are most suitable for children & teenagers?
✅ Hair Testing (particularly for digestive, skin symptoms or allergies)
✅ Naturopathy (using food (nutrition) supplements / flower essences/herbal medicine or homeopathy as required and lifestyle guidance)
✅ Bowen Therapy (body aches, cramps, spasms, tension, headaches, migraines and more)
✅ An acute/ short consultation where we focus on one condition such as tummy bugs, tummy aches, colds, coughs, acute stress, grief, shock
Our 15 year old son had been suffering with acne for 4 years. Many visits to the doctor resulted in a lot of frustration. A 6 month prescription of antibiotics  was the last straw so we visited Jasmin in search of a holistic solution. She was incredibly thorough.... just 2 months later with a combination of dietary adjustments, supplements & herbs has not only arrested the acne but our sons immune system is stronger than ever..... we are fortunate to have Jasmin's expertise in Warkworth.'  JL May 2013
If you're ready to book your child (under 13) in here is the link
How do you help teenagers & why work with a naturopath?
The early teens are a great time to start educating your child on the importance of healthy eating, (and why we need to include adequate protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates for a growing body).
It can be helpful for someone else (other than the parent) to talk to them about the need for creating a healthy work/school/ life balance. I can support you by explaining to them the need for adequate sleep, exercise, why certain foods may be depleting them, how certain nutrients can help them with stress, a depleted immune system, digestive issues and mood imbalances.
More specifically I can help with:
✅ General stress from school: including exam stress, performance anxiety, perfectionism, social anxiety
✅ Fatigue and low energy from a busy work/social / sporting regime (again supporting the nervous system) or anaemia or not eating enough
✅ Hormonal imbalances causing acne, period pain, heavy periods, PMT, endometriosis
✅Nutrient depletion from taking the oral contraceptive pill, antibiotics, steroids, anti-inflammatories
✅Insomnia, poor sleep habits, shock and grief
✅Creating new habits (see 21 Day Cleanse below)*
'My 13 year old son was suffering from severe cluster migraines so i took him to Jasmin for Bowen Therapy, hoping to find him some relief. After the first session, and with the aid of 2 homeopathic complexes that she prescribed, the benefits were immediate. He now carries the remedies around with him and has regular Bowen treatments. The few migraines he's had since the first treatment have majorly diminished in severity and recovery time. he self administers the homeopathic if he feels a migraine coming on and if he gets to them quickly enough, the migraine does not actually develop. I highly recommend anyone who suffers from migraines to see Jasmin. We are so thankful to her for her amazing help!'Â Maree Sept 2018Â
Those 16 and over require an adult consultation - however I am offering a 10% discount for Term 3 & 4 2025 https://BooknowwithJasmin.as.me/teenagers
The 21 Day Whole food cleanse is a great way to bond with your teenagers.
In this cleanse we learn about:
Common toxins & chemicals that you and your family are exposed to as part of everyday living and how they are causing harm to your health
Toxicity and sugar, plus how to deal with cravings
How toxins create mineral deficiencies
Candida, worms, parasites and how to protect yourself from these infestations
Toxicity and your hormones
Staying toxin free
Ways to motivate and inspire new habits
Note the Cleanse is based on a whole food diet and can be modified for teenagers or to suit your needs.
I also offer a free 15 minute discovery call for parents
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'My daughter and I have both benefited enormously from having a hair test. While the results supported Jasmin's initial ideas around our health concerns, the hair tests provided an extra insight for us that really supported a course of action, enabling us to get an accurate diagnosis and relevant treatment.'Â Jan 2022