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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If you have a hungry baby but are unsure how to use pears in baby-led weaning, this post is for you! As a pediatric registered dietitian, I often recommend incorporating pears in baby-led weaning because of their sweet taste, easy texture, and benefits to your baby’s gut health. Baby Led Weaning (BLW) is an approach
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Avocados have become a common first food for many babies starting solids. That’s why we need endless avocado recipes for baby to enjoy! Part of the avocado’s popularity when starting solids comes from its nutritional benefits. The healthy fats, vitamins, and minerals are great for brain development and gut health. Avocados are also great for
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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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When your kid is throwing food, it can feel helpless and frustrating to correct their behavior. Should you replace the food and just watch them do it again? Should you take the food away? Let’s talk about it! Food throwing is a completely normal phase of toddler development. They are learning how to be independent
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As a pediatric dietitian, I know it can be hard to find delicious snacks for kids that are allergy-friendly. These Nut-Free Protein Balls check all the boxes – delicious, easy to make, and adjustable for any allergy needs! Even if you don’t have anyone in your family with a nut allergy, these protein balls come
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Do you ever feel uncertain about whether to give your toddler a bedtime snack? What’s the best bedtime snack for toddlers? Will it help them go to sleep or prevent them from sleeping even more? If you give them a snack, what foods help a toddler sleep? Let’s talk about it! In this post, we will
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These meatballs for toddlers are easy to make, delicious, and full of nutrients that growing kids need! They are a great source of protein from the ground beef and even pack in some fiber from hidden vegetables. Although this recipe is directed toward toddlers, it works for the whole family! Baby-led weaning, your teen’s post-game
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Did you know that you influence your child’s relationship with food every day? They watch when you eat, what you eat, and how you talk about food. This establishes their own relationship with food for a lifetime. Our overall goal is to teach kids that food is fuel. We need food to make our bodies
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Baby-led weaning is an exciting time for your baby to try new foods! But you might have heard about the importance of iron during this time. And that’s right! Iron-rich foods are absolutely crucial during the first year of life. Roughly 77% of infants are not getting enough iron in their diet (1). And this
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