Vital Child's Philosophy

Vital Child believes that if given the best possible environment the body can thrive naturally. At Vital Child we endeavour to remove any obstacles that may be preventing you and your child from experiencing optimal health. We recognise that every individual is different and that there are always exceptions. By identifying unique holistic solutions specifically to suit your concerns and needs, Vital Child can assist you and your child in achieving maximal wellbeing and vitality.

About your Naturopath 

Jayne Larkins is a highly qualified naturopath having studied naturopathy at the reputable Nature Care College in Sydney, graduating with an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy in 1998. She also completed a Bachelor of Health Science and is currently completing a Master of Health Science in Herbal Medicine. Jayne is a registered full member of NHAA Jayne studied Naturopathy at the well regarded Nature Care College in Sydney, graduating with an Advanced Diploma of Naturopathy in 1998. She also completed a Bachelor of Health Science through the University of New England and is currently completing a Master of Health Science in Herbal Medicine. 

Jayne is a registered full member of NHAA (National Herbalists Association Australia, member #154402, www.nhaa.org.au) and ATMS (Australian Traditional Medicine Society, member #21466, www.atms.com.au ) as well as DAN Trained with the MINDD Foundation (www.mindd.org). 

Every child is unique and deserves the best care possible

At Vital Child we understand that children can provide us with our greatest joy and also our greatest frustrations.

We also consider that:

  • All children are different
  • There will always be an exception to the rule
  • Children are capable of self-awareness in surprising ways
  • When given the right conditions for healing, children can be amazingly resilient
  • It is often more successful to include children in the mission, than to simply dictate the terms
  • Treating your own children is different to treating other people's children
  • There is always something new to learn about children (and ourselves)