People often ask me why I combine nutrition with mindset coaching. The answer goes back much further than most people realise. After school, I wasn't sure what I wanted to do next. I wanted to work and study part-time, so I could take a trip with my sisters after 12...
WELCOME TO THE NOURISH + THRIVE ECOSYSTEM "Think of it like a coffee shop — come in, have a look around, and choose what takes your fancy. You can always come back for something different next time." I started Katrina's Family Nutrition in October 2020, right after...
As parents, we all want our teenagers to be happy, healthy and confident. We want them to make good decisions, navigate challenges and know they can come to us when they need support. But the teenage years can be tough. Confidence wobbles, friendships become more...
What’s Getting in the Way? You’re eating the right things.You’re exercising (when you can).You’re trying to stay connected with your teen (who used to be so excited to see you… and now just rolls their eyes and retreats to their bedroom). You’re working hard to keep...
When my daughter was turning 7, like every good netballing mum, I enrolled her in our local netball club. I had played netball in primary school and for most of my adult life - indoor, outdoor, mixed – plus I had umpired for years too - I was hoping Emily would love...
I spent around three hours cleaning out my kitchen on the weekend. You know how kitchen cupboards get. Glass and plastic storage containers get mixed up. Lids go missing. Random items disappear into dark corners. Mysterious stains appear where the balsamic vinegar or...
As 2025 draws swiftly to a close, I’ve been reflecting on the year that was. While my work is centred around educating and supporting my clients to improve their health, the learning very much goes both ways. It’s a unique and privileged position to be able to look...
I grew up in a household of 6 kids. 15 years from oldest to youngest. I’m in the middle – so I lived with teenagers for many years. Now, with 3 teens of my own, as well as working with teens, coaching teen netballers, mentoring teen umpires - I’ve realised a few...
When I think back to the day I sat my Clinical Nutritional Medicine exam, one question still stands out – the topic I hadn’t studied quite enough for: menopause. Ironically, only six months later I would find myself plunged into it head-first, courtesy of breast...
For years, I’ve worked with women and teens (and men, and little people) who wanted better health, more energy, weight loss, or simply to feel more like themselves again. I’ve seen incredible transformations — but I’ve also seen how hard it can be to create change...
Ever notice that what used to work for your body… suddenly doesn’t? Our metabolism changes as we age. What worked in our 20s and 30s to manage weight and energy doesn’t always serve us in our 40s and beyond. Throw in the hormonal shifts of perimenopause, and it can...
Things parents typically know when their kids are pre-teens: Who their kids' friends (and friends' parents) are. Where they are. Who they're with. What they're (mostly) up to. What's happening at school. Who's their favourite teacher. What they're eating. What they...
In Winter, my Saturdays are spent at the netball courts. I coach three teams – their games are spread across the day. In between those games I’m usually umpiring, or mentoring our young umpires, or cheering another one of our club’s teams. My teenage daughter plays in...
When it comes to food, there’s no shortage of confusion. Should you cut carbs? Go low-fat? Focus on protein? The truth is, your body thrives on balance—not extremes. In my clinic and programs like Metabolism Makeover and Metabolic Balance ®, I work with women who want...
The Girl Who Wasn’t a Runner (Until She Was) You’ll often hear me say “we are all works in progress”. Although of course, this only applies if we are working on ourselves, whether it be on our health, relationships, fitness, mindset, knowledge, career etc. I...
My Top 5 Pillars for Good Health Address these and you’re on your way to improved energy, restful sleep, calm mind, nourishing food choices and feeling good about yourself. 1) Balanced Hormones. Focusing on women for now, I encourage clients to embrace the...
When I was studying for my Nutrition degree, a key component was seeing clients in student clinic. A couple of friends brought their teenagers to see me for nutrition advice – and I loved it. I loved exploring what was going on in their lives, I loved giving them...
What is Teen Coaching? Teen Coaching is a professional relationship between a teen and their coach, designed to help the teen realise their capabilities, learn skills to build resilience, navigate challenges and move towards their goals. When I coach teens, we cover...