Creating Safe Treats for All: Lisa Munro on Building Happy Tummies & Free From Family Co.

Episode 182 
A Gluten Free Podcast

How do you turn a personal challenge into a thriving business that supports families across Australia? On today’s episode I sit down with Lisa Munro—founder of Happy Tummies and Free From Family Co.—to talk about how her son’s allergies inspired her mission to create a one-stop shop for allergen-friendly and gluten free products.

We explore Lisa’s personal journey as a parent navigating allergies and an Eosinophilic Eosophagitis (EoE) diagnosis, and how that experience led to the birth of a business that has now become a go-to for many in the coeliac and allergy community. 

In This Episode, We Chat About:

🔹 Happy Tummies & Its Mission
Lisa explains the heart behind Happy Tummies, a business built to make life easier for families managing food allergies and intolerances.

🔹 Her Son’s Allergy Journey
From the early signs of food reactions to receiving a diagnosis of EoE, Lisa shares the emotional and practical challenges her family faced.

🔹 Starting the Business from Scratch
What started as a way to support her own son soon turned into a business that now helps families all over the country.

🔹 The Gluten Free & Allergy-Friendly Products She Stocks
We talk about the various allergens Happy Tummies caters for—including coeliac-safe products—and how she chooses the brands that align with her values.

🔹 Working With Like-Minded Brands
Lisa opens up about the relationships she’s built with brands that prioritise quality, safety, and inclusivity.

🔹 Free From Family Co.
In addition to Happy Tummies, Lisa has launched Free From Family Co., a resource-driven platform to further support families navigating food restrictions.

🔹 Overcoming Business Challenges
Lisa talks honestly about running a small business in today’s economic climate and the lessons she’s learnt along the way.

🔹 Top-Selling Products & Fan Favourites
We dive into the gluten free products customers keep coming back for and why they’re so loved.

🔹 Community Conversations That Matter
Lisa reflects on one standout moment that affirmed the impact of her work in the gluten free community—and the power of connection.

Lisa’s Impact on the Community

Lisa is doing more than just selling products—she’s building trust and giving families confidence that their children can enjoy safe, delicious treats without feeling left out. For adults and kids with coeliac disease or multiple dietary requirements, Lisa’s work is about inclusion, empowerment, and peace of mind.

Her businesses are now staples for many Australian families, especially those who often feel overlooked by mainstream food suppliers.

Follow & Shop Happy Tummies

🛒 Shop Online: happytummies.com.au
📸 Instagram: @happytummies
📘 Facebook: Happy Tummies

💡 Also check out: Free From Family Co. – Supporting families living with food allergies and intolerances.

Disclaimer

The content on this podcast is not a substitution for professional medical advice. It is the opinion and experience of the show host or guests. Please seek professional medical advice from a medically qualified professional before making any decisions about your health or diet.