Dietitian Consultations
Nutrition care with a cup-full of compassion and excellence, garnished with a handful of reliability.
We offer home visits within Victoria, Australia, plus a direct phone line and email support whenever you need guidance.
We offer virtual consultations Australia-wide, plus a direct phone line and email support whenever you need guidance.
We will work closely with you, always.
Food is more than just sustenance; it's about comfort, connection, and confidence. Our mission is to empower individuals with feeding tubes to meet their nutritional needs in a way that suits them best, fostering independence and strength. We aim to help them feel comfortable nourishing themselves with their feeding tube, even in social settings, so they can fully participate in life's moments.
We support clients over the age of 10 years who use home feeding tubes, including:
New tubies: Nutrition guidance for those with brand-new feeding tubes.
Current tubies: Nutrition support for individuals with existing feeding tubes.
Weaning: Assistance for those looking to gradually reduce their dependence on feeding tubes.
Blenderized feeding or "real food" recipe support: Nutrition support with homemade blended tube feeding formula.
NDIS tubies: As a registered NDIS provider, we understand the NDIS in and out. We write letters of support for tube feeding supplies, weigh scales, blenders, and more.
Do Our Tube Dietitians Change Feeding Tubes at Home?
It’s a question we’re asked often, so let’s clear it up.
Feeding tubes typically need replacing every 12 months, or earlier depending on individual needs. However, our dietitians DO NOT perform tube changes in the home or community setting.
That’s a deliberate, safety-first decision.
Why not?
Because tube replacement is a clinical procedure best handled by professionals trained specifically in this area such as doctors (not all but we know a few gems!), nurses (not all but we know a few gems!), or hospital-based outreach teams (not all but we know a few gems!). These clinicians are equipped to manage any complications that may arise, ensuring your safety is never compromised. Yes, they absolutely exist; and we’re proud to have them all on speed-dial and have been working alongside many of them for years!
We’re not jacks-of-all-trades; and that’s a strength.
Our approach is collaborative and team-based. We focus on what we do best, and we connect you with trusted professionals for routine tube changes and stoma site care.
Our expertise lies in:
Expert guidance on the best tube feeding plan to suit your LIFE
Client-specific nutrition care and carer training
Unconditional support for blended (REAL FOOD) purees via feeding tubes
Coordination with your broader care team including your GP, Speech Pathologist, NDIS Support Coordinator, etc.
Compassionate, trauma-informed care—every step of the way
A hotline mobile number so you can reach us anytime to troubleshoot urgent issues
Timely, cost-effective NDIS report writing to embed tube feeding into your funding
Advocacy for your autonomy in every nutrition care decision
With us, you’re never left to navigate any of this alone. We’ll ensure your tube changes are safely managed, and your nutrition care is purposeful, personalised, and grounded in heart.
So you’ve decided we are the right fit, what happens next?
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Make a referral through our website by filling out the referral form. If you prefer to call us to discuss your situation, you are welcome to do so on +61 422 999 408 or on email admin@tubedietitian.com
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Receive an email or call back within 2 business days from us so we better understand you or your loved ones and book you in for an appointment.
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We will then send you a service agreement contract and a safe home visiting checklist to complete along with your initial appoinment time and date details.
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Within 1-2 weeks from the referral point, we would have conducted our first nutrition consultation either virtually or in person with you. Long waiting lists are not our thing!
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We know things can be unpredictable sometimes living with a feeding tube. So remember you can email or call us anytime before, between, or after your consultation with us. We are here for you!
Humbled and honored
We work closely with healthcare organisations to provide expert care and guidance to clients transitioning from hospital to home with their feeding tubes. Trusted by numerous hospitals and healthcare providers, we offer a seamless support system that empowers clients and their families to confidently manage their nutritional needs. Our specialised team is here to ensure that clients continue receiving the highest quality of nutrition care for their feeding tube nutrition, allowing them to feel secure and comfortable in their home environment.
Fees
Once you submit a referral form, you’ll receive a phone call from us within 2 business days where we will walk you through our services and fees. We look forward to working with you to unlock your tubie potential!
Tube Dietitian is an NDIS Registered Provider (4-F59FPU2).
