Munchkin Nutrition & Dietetics - Your Local Paediatric Dietitian in the Illawarra and South Coast

Expert childhood nutrition and dietitian support for the Illawarra and South Coast - Wollongong, Figtree, Corrimal, Woonona, Bulli, Thirroul, Shellharbour, Kiama, Gerringong & surrounding regions.

10 Suttor Place Figtree, NSW, 2525 Australia

(02) 4271 3900

Personalised infant, toddler, and family nutrition advice — with flexible consultations from our clinic in Figtree or via Telehealth.

Welcome to Munchkin Nutrition & Dietetics

Based in Figtree and proudly serving Wollongong, the broader Illawarra Northern and Southern Suburbs (Albion Park, Dapto, Figtree, Fairy Meadow, Corrimal, Woonona, Bulli, Thirroul and surrounds) and the Southcoast, Kiama, and Gerringong, we provide expert paediatric nutrition care. Whether you're dealing with introducing solids, feeding challenges, food allergies, or family mealtime stress, our accredited paediatric dietitian Rebecca supports families every step of the way.

Our Services

Clinic Visits in Figtree (Illawarra) – Convenient, local consultations in our Figtree clinic.

Telehealth Anywhere in Australia

What We Offer:

Infant & Toddler Nutrition: Introducing solids, responsive feeding, and early childhood nutrition foundations.

Food Allergies & Intolerances: Tailored support for Cows milk protein allergy, individual or multiple food allergies. Providing support and education for allergy avoidance and nutrition adequacy, including support for optimal substitutions to specific allergens.

Feeding Challenges: Fussy eating, sensory feeding issues, oral aversion, ARFID, growth concerns.

Pregnancy, Breastfeeding & Family Nutrition: Support for conception, pregnancy, breastfeeding, pantry reviews, meal planning, and picky eating strategies.

Why Families in the Illawarra and South Coast Choose Us

South Coast-based Expertise — As your local paediatric dietitian, we understand the unique needs of Illawarra, Wollongong, Kiama, and Gerringong families.

Inclusive, Family-Focused Approach — We use neurodivergent-affirming, strength-based strategies designed to suit every child and family.

Flexible Funding Options — Medicare rebates (with gap), private health funds, NDIS-funded and privately funded consultations available.

Evidence-Based & Supportive — Grounded in research and tailored for real-world family life on the South Coast.

Get Started — Local Visits & Online Options

Visit Our Clinic:
Suttor Place, Figtree NSW 2525 (Illawarra) — close to communities across Wollongong, Kiama, and Gerringong.

Home Visits: Available on a case by case basis for private/medicare appointments within 10km radius of Woonona

NDIS Home Visits: Available on a case by case basis within 1 hour of Woonona

Online Telehealth: Comprehensive support Australia-wide.

Contact Us: Phone 0424 609 436 or via our contact us page to book your child’s consultation today.

Rebecca Emmett

About Bec – Accredited Practising Dietitian

Bec holds a Bachelor of Nutrition and Dietetics with Class 1 Honours and brings over 10 years of experience working with children and families as an Accredited Practising Dietitian. As a mother of two boys, she understands firsthand the challenges and joys of family mealtimes and child nutrition.

Bec is dedicated to supporting families through compassionate, non-judgemental guidance. She prioritises age-appropriate, strength-based strategies tailored to each family’s unique needs, fostering positive relationships with food and feeding.

Outside of her professional role, Bec enjoys nurturing her vegetable garden, bush walking, swimming, and sharing adventures with her husband and boys. Her holistic approach combines expertise with real-life family experience to help children and families thrive.

Paediatric Dietitian in Wollongong and Illawarra – Supporting Children’s Nutrition and Health

At Munchkin Nutrition & Dietetics, we provide specialist nutrition care for children of all ages. Our Accredited Practising Dietitian, Rebecca Emmett, works with families to assess, diagnose and manage a wide range of feeding and nutrition concerns. Based in the Illawarra, we offer private clinic consultations in our Figtree office and online appointments Australia-wide, with options for Medicare rebates (with gap), privately funded and NDIS-funded consultations.

Clinical areas we support include (but are not limited to):

  • Nutrient deficiencies such as low iron, Vitamin D and B12

  • Gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation and reflux

  • Food allergies and intolerances – such as cow’s milk protein allergy (CMPA), multiple food allergies, peanut/tree nut allergies, egg allergies

  • Feeding difficulties – for example fussy eating, oral aversion, sensory feeding challenges, ARFID

  • Growth concerns – slower than expected growth, underweight or selective eating

  • Infant and toddler feeding – introducing solids, responsive feeding and progressing textures, plus the introduction of allergens during the solids journey

Our evidence-based approach is neurodivergent-inclusive and grounded in family strength-based strategies, ensuring care is respectful, flexible and tailored to each child’s unique needs. We provide practical, individualised strategies to improve symptoms, support growth and meet nutritional requirements. Collaboration with GPs, paediatricians, and other allied health professionals ensures comprehensive care.

Why choose Munchkin Nutrition & Dietetics?

  • Specialist paediatric nutrition care

  • Inclusive, family-centred approach – neurodivergent-friendly and strength-based

  • Located in Wollongong, supporting families across the Illawarra

  • Available for online Australia-wide consultations

  • Flexible service pathways: Medicare, NDIS, Private health fund rebates (where eligible)

Book your consultation today and get expert support for your child’s nutrition, growth and wellbeing.