Lauren Mahesri, RDN, LD

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Vegan Baby-Led Weaning: The Ultimate Guide

“Can you do baby-led weaning for vegan babies?” “Can infants get enough nutrients with a vegan diet?” Short answer – yes! Although certain nutrients might be harder to get, vegan baby-led weaning is absolutely feasible if you have the right resources.  A vegan diet is extremely nutrient-dense and helps support a healthy immune system and

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The 7 Most Important Nutrients for Children

If you’ve ever wondered “How do I know if my child is nutrient deficient?” or “What are the most important nutrients for my children?” this post is for you! I find that most people are on either side of the spectrum regarding nutrient deficiencies. Either they overlook them or over-supplement WAY too much. This article

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Kid-Friendly Diabetic Snacks

If your child has type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it can be difficult to find kid-friendly diabetic snacks that they’ll enjoy. Trying to balance their taste preferences and blood sugar is tricky! Often, most kid-friendly snacks are ultra-processed, high in carbohydrates, and will ultimately lead to a blood sugar spike for your child. And

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Banana | Baby-Led Weaning [Ultimate Guide]

If you’re ready to embark on baby-led weaning, bananas are a great place to start. As a pediatric registered dietitian, I often recommend incorporating banana into the early stages of baby-led weaning. They’re easy to adjust in texture and kids love them!  If you’re new to Baby Led Weaning (BLW), it’s a method of introducing

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