When Your Child's Eating Feels Tricky

Gentle, practical support around food, eating and body image — for children, teens, and the families who love them.

Hi, I am Karlien Duvenage (she/her), a Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist (with an MSc in Psychology) based in Singapore.

I offer personalised one-on-one nutrition counselling and group workshops for parents and caregivers of infants, children, and teenagers.

Together, we create tailored strategies to support when it feels complex or hard, including:

Sensory-based eating differences and food avoidance
ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder)
Paediatric medical needs and developmental differences
Fuelling for youth athletes with high or changing energy demands
Body image concerns and eating disorder support
Neurodivergent nutrition support
Menu planning for diverse family needs

All support is delivered through a non-diet, neurodiversity-affirming, and trauma-informed approach. Grounded in collaboration and respect for your child's individuality.

More about Karlien

All bodies are welcome here.

Like most parents, I know you are doing your best. Therefore, you and your family deserve appropriate support and guidance around how and what to feed your family in an increasingly complex world.

As a dietitian and nutritionist for twenty years, I have worked with diverse families and often provide support for families and children who are neurodivergent (e.g., autistic children and ADHDers), have disabilities or chronic conditions, or have additional support needs. My goal is to make nutrition accessible for all.

How I work

SERVICES

A Compassionate, Non-Judgemental Space

Karlien, Dietitian has been created for you to come as you are, share your story and find the nutrition support you need. I offer individual nutrition counselling and group-based educational options that can be tailored to best meet your needs. Get in touch and learn more about how we could work together.

Start the conversation