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.
Safe finger foods for babies with teeth
Learn the difference between gagging and choking, and safe finger foods for babies with teeth.
Does my child need a supplement?
My visits to grocery stores and pharmacies always are never complete without a peek at the shelves with supplements, especially those created for children. I also spend quite some time online searching for the best options for my clients and parents from my...
Want your child to try new food? Try this messy strategy.
How to help children develop a healthy relationship with food and their bodies through food play. An interview with a pediatric dietitian.
Constipation in children: symptoms and treatment options
When my kids were younger, they used to report back to me after each bowel movement. I am not going to share all the descriptive details we went into, but you get the idea: this topic has always been fairly important in our household. Dietitians love to talk poop! But...
Does my child need a vitamin D supplement?
Do you know which nutrient can lower the risk of common cold and also, potentially, of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and tuberculosis? No, it’s not vitamin C or any other antioxidant you had in mind. Hint N1: it is the ONLY supplement I universally recommend to all...
Is BLW a safe and nutritious way to start solids? The latest research recommendations.
Are you confused by all the BLW vs traditional spoon-based approach discussions in parenting communities online? You are definitely not alone. In my previous articles, I discussed the potential benefits of BLW, popular myths surrounding this approach and the most...
The hidden reason your child has trouble eating
Do you wonder why your child is so selective in her eating? While there is never a simple answer to this question, we know that feeding problems typically arise from a whole bouquet of reasons. These reasons include, among others, sensory challenges, oral motor...
Number 1 thing your picky eater needs from you
Feeding picky eaters day in and day out is a hard job. It can be exhausting to always worry about their eating, nutrition, and healthy habits. But it is so important to remember, that however hard is this journey and however disappointing are some mealtimes, your...
Just how picky is your picky eater? Types of feeding problems in children.
I know that I use the phrases "picky eating" and "picky eaters" a lot. I find that it is an easy way to define the topic and something many people can easily relate to. But the truth is, I am not in love with this term. I do not like how negative it sounds. I also...
Kid friendly iron-rich lentil salad
This kid-friendly iron-rich lentil salad is not only very nutritious, but it is also perfect for picky eaters since it can be easily deconstructed.
Ten foods to avoid feeding your baby (and common myths busted)
I was not going to write a post on foods to avoid in the first year with your baby. I thought there was so much information on the internet already, I did not need to repeat what everyone else was saying. But after several parents in a row reached out to me asking to...
Mega list of nutritious snack ideas for kids (PLUS when, where and how to serve snack)
When it comes to snacks for kids, it is so easy to get overwhelmed. Supermarket shelves are overflowing with options. Our lives are getting busier and busier. And kids seem to prefer snacks to any other meal we put on the table! I wrote this post to solve some of your...
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