How Much Water Should Your Child be Drinking?
With the summer in the full swing, those of us in warmer climates become concerned about how much exactly our children should be drinking. This post is about water and the how to help your child stay hydrated. Make sure to download the chart on how much water kids...
Family Style Dinner Ideas for Picky Eaters
Eating dinner as a family is a modern trend I am very happy to follow and recommend to others. So many of you juggle busy schedules to spend the quality time with the kids and partners and model good eating habits. But the reality is that churning out meals...
High Calorie Food Options for an Underweight Child
Feeding a child who seems tinier than their friends is a difficult task. A skipped meal may seem like a wasted opportunity to get more calories. Constant comparing to friends and other siblings is emotionally draining. If you think your child is small and...
Are vegetarian and vegan diets healthy for kids?
More and more modern families choose to eat fewer animal products, whether for environmental, health or ethical reasons. But are vegetarian and vegan diets healthy for children ? In general, the more restricted is the diet, the harder it is for kids to get all...
Is your picky eater at risk of becoming malnourished?
A nutritional concern is frequently the main reason why parents seek help for their picky eaters. With a limited eating repertoire, it is quite understandable to think that kids are not getting enough nutrition to grow and develop optimally. But are our...
15 Nutritious Finger Food Recipes for Your Baby
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How to Read Child Growth Charts: Percentiles Explained
Find out how to read child growth charts correctly. Common myths about growth chart measurements dispelled.
Should I give my child a bedtime snack?
A pediatric dietitian’s take on bedtime snacking. When bedtime snack is a good idea, when and how to offer bedtime snacks.
Mega post on dairy and dairy-free drinks for children
Which is a better source of calcium for your child, dairy or dairy-free beverages? This post explains it all.
Child Nutrition Experts: How They Can Help Your Family
All about Pediatric dietitians – what they can do for families, the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist, misconceptions about dietitians, and more.
Safe finger foods for babies with teeth
Learn the difference between gagging and choking, and safe finger foods for babies with teeth.
