Welcome to the Paediatric Dietetics Service
During your child’s appointment, we will assess their dietary intake and provide personalised advice and support based on their individual needs.
It is important to note that the Harrogate Dietetic Team cover Harrogate and district locality only at this time.
Working Together for Your Child’s Health
We work closely with a range of healthcare professionals as part of your child’s care team. This includes:
- Paediatric consultants
- Speech and language therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Occupational therapists
- Children’s community nurses
- Health visitors
- And more
This collaborative approach helps us provide the most effective and holistic care possible.
What We Support
Our paediatric dietitians have experience in a variety of clinical areas, including:
- Food allergies and intolerances
- Faltering growth
- Enteral (tube) feeding
- Feeding difficulties
- Nutritional deficiencies
- Other specialist dietary needs
While You Wait for Your Appointment
While you are waiting to see one of our paediatric dietitians, we’ve included some helpful resources below that may offer guidance and reassurance.
If you are concerned about your child’s health while waiting for your appointment, please:
- Contact your GP for non-urgent issues
- Visit your local emergency department for urgent or serious concerns
Our Team
Anna Rawstron – Senior Specialist Paediatric Dietitian and Team Leader
Opi Jones – Specialist Paediatric Dietitian
Megan Partridge – Specialist Paediatric Dietitian
Bethany Bainbridge – Paediatric Dietitian
Karen Black – Dietetic Associate Practitioner
Contact Us
Email – [email protected]
Telephone – 01423 553329
Referral Pathway:
Via GP/paediatric consultant/health visitor. We are not able to accept self referrals.
Working Hours:
Monday – Friday 8.30am-4.30am (not including bank holidays)
Patient information
Breastfeeding
- Breastfeeding – NHS
- Support for parents – Baby Friendly Initiative
- La Leche League GB – Friendly breastfeeding support from pregnancy onwards
- Breastmilk+and+breastfeeding,+December+2023.pdf
Weaning
- Weaning – Start for Life – NHS
- Solid Starts – How to introduce any food to babies
- Eating Well: The First Year
Common feeding and dietary issues – first line information
*To be confirmed*
Cows Milk Protein Allergy HUB
- Milk allergy – BDA
- Cow’s Milk Allergy | Allergy UK | National Charity
- Food Allergy and Food Intolerance Testing – BDA
Coeliac Disease
- Coeliac disease – NHS
- Coeliac disease in children – Coeliac UK
- Kids, teens and young adults – Coeliac UK
Disclaimer: The websites provided are intended for informational and support purposes only and do not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional for personalised medical care. We do not endorse or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any information found on these external sites. Use them at your own discretion.