Notes From the Clinic

Reflections, insights, and gentle guidance drawn from my work with women and children, shared to support you in your own healing journey.

✨ At a Glance

  • Gentle, evidence-informed articles on children's gut, immune and nervous system health, including PANS/PANDAS, tics, neuroinflammation, anxiety, ADHD, eczema and recurrent infections, alongside women's hormonal health through perimenopause and menopause

  • Written by Sydney clinical naturopath Ayelet Center, combining current research with practical insights from her clinic room

  • Explore the articles below for clear explanations, possible contributing factors, testing considerations and gentle, practical support

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Sudden-Onset OCD in Young Children: When to Consider Anxiety, PANS, and the Nervous System

When OCD appears suddenly in a young child, it can feel frightening and confusing for parents. Reassurance seeking, repetitive phrases, and intense fears often signal a nervous system stuck in threat mode rather than a behavioural problem. This article explores anxiety, the nervous system, and when it may be appropriate to consider PANS, offering gentle guidance for families navigating sudden-onset OCD.

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