Meet Rachel

Specialist paediatric dietitian. 20 years of experience. Trusted by families and healthcare professionals.

“Worried about your child’s eating, allergies or tummy problems?”

“are meal times stressful?” are you struggling to navigate weaning?” do you need hands on support with a fussy eater?”

Specialist paediatric dietitian Rachel Wood provides personalised, evidence-based nutrition support for babies, children and families — helping you understand what’s going on and feel confident about what to do next.

book a consultation with a tailored individual plan that works for you and your child

I’m Rachel Wood, a Registered Children’s Dietitian with 20 years’ experience, specialising in paediatric nutrition and supporting children and families with complex nutritional needs. Rachel continues to work in a large Childrens hospital leading the gastroenterology and allergy paediatric team keeping at the forefront of the most up to date clinical practice.

From food allergies and fussy eating to gastrointestinal problems and specialist diets, I provide expert, evidence-based advice that is practical, personalised and designed to make mealtimes easier.

I understand that navigating your child’s nutrition can feel overwhelming. Whether you’re worried about what your child is eating, struggling with symptoms, facing conflicting advice or simply want reassurance that you’re doing the right thing, my aim is to make things clearer, simpler and more manageable.

More than just a diet plan

Good paediatric nutrition advice isn't about giving you a long list of foods to avoid.

It’s about understanding your child, your family and what is actually achievable in everyday life.

I take a practical, family-centred approach, combining my specialist clinical experience with current evidence to give you advice that fits your child’s needs — without unnecessary restriction or complication.

Through her work in paediatric nutrition, Rachel has had many articles published…

Rachel’s hospital experience has led to her contribution of a ‘Nutrition’ chapter to the ‘Learning to Care’ publication. She also writes regular articles for the Network Health Digest, covering such topics as Crohn’s Disease and Gastro-intestinal conditions.

Rachel Wood lives with her family in Saddleworth, always aiming to achieve a good work/life balance. In her ‘me time’ she has completed three marathons and is always looking for new adventures.

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