Dyslexia, Baking and Becoming: How Daniella Park Built a Life She Was Told She’d Never Have

Hey everyone,

This week, I sit down with cake designer, business owner andsoon-to-be kitchen-therapy creator Daniella Park, the powerhouse behind Buttercream Lane.

Daniella left school at 16 due to severe dyslexia, taughtherself to bake through YouTube and went on to build one of Australia’s most recognisable cake brands. Her story is one of resilience, purpose, faith and finding joy in places others overlook.

She shares what it was like navigating school while masking her learning difficulties, the moment a professional labelled her “intellectually impaired” and how that fire pushed her toward creativity, connection and a career that has touched thousands of families. ​She also speaks about her ambassador work, including representing charities alongside Deborra-Lee Furness and Hugh Jackman, a full-circle moment for a girl once told she wouldn’t succeed academically. ​ We talk about: 💫 Growing up with severe dyslexia and why so many children slip through the cracks 💫 The 80:20 rule for parents and why confidence, joy and purpose matter more than “fixing” 💫 Baking as connection, regulation and communication for kids with learning needs 💫 Her ambassador roles and how storytelling helps drive awareness and inclusion 💫 Her high-risk pregnancy, surrendering control and finding strength through faith 💫 Why she’s now creating kitchen therapy to help children self-soothe, feel safe and open up through hands-on cooking

Click here to learn more about Daniella! ​ Lots of love, Rita ​ P.S.: follow me on Instagram for more tips, insights and updates.

Disclaimer: the purpose of this podcast is to provide information. You must not rely on the information on this podcast as an alternative to speech and language therapy. You must always consult with a Speech Pathologist, GP and/or paediatrician if you have any concerns about your child's communication and/development.