“Is my toddler eating enough? Are they eating too much?” “How do I know when it’s okay for my toddler to stop eating?” One of the most common concerns I hear from parents is about whether their child is eating too much or not enough. This worry usually leads to parents feeling the need to […]
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Picture this – you spend all afternoon cooking dinner and finally get food on the table. And your reward is your toddler spitting out all of their food. 🙂 Why do toddlers spit out their food? Are they trying to communicate? Do they not like their food? Are they having issues chewing? Maybe all of
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These no-bake chocolate chip energy bites are a great snack, sweet treat to pack for lunch, or dessert on the go. You can customize the ingredients for any dietary preferences and add any of your child’s favorite ingredients. Because they’re so easy to customize, it’s a great way for your child to enjoy a great
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Picky eating can be overwhelming and challenging no matter your child’s age. Many parents want to avoid this challenge altogether. I commonly get questions like “How can I prevent picky eating?” “What causes picky eating?” “What are early signs of picky eating?” I love these questions because they are rooted in creating a healthy relationship
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These Banana & Spinach Pancakes are a great way for your kids to get some added nutrition at breakfast! They have more fiber and less sugar than a boxed pancake mix, while also helping your kids get comfortable with spinach and vegetables. Why Should I Put Spinach in My Kid’s Pancakes? Two reasons – for
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If your kid is pocketing food, it can be concerning and confusing all at the same time. As odd as it sounds for kids to be holding food in their mouths, it’s actually incredibly common. Although common, pocketing food can be a huge risk for a child’s development. It can lead to inadequate intake, failure
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Whether it was from a family member, coworker, or even a Facebook post, you’ve probably heard this phrase before – “Food before one is just for fun”. But is it actually true? Not only is this phrase untrue, but it can lead to poor outcomes such as delayed oral motor development and even childhood obesity
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Kids need enough protein for growth, mental development, and a healthy immune system – and so many of them are not getting enough. Especially our picky eaters! To help your child meet their protein needs, here are 20 easy high protein snacks even the pickiest eaters. The daily recommendations are 0.95g of protein per kg
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As a parent looking to introduce your child to new foods, you might have heard about food chaining. But what exactly is food chaining? And how can you use it to improve your child’s nutrition? Children are sometimes hesitant to try new things, especially food. It can be overwhelming for them to have a new
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Beyond “Just Try One Bite!”: 5 Approaches to Tackle Picky Eating Getting your picky eater to try a new food can be tough. A simple weeknight dinner can turn into a full blown melt down if you push it a LITTLE too far with picky eating. Most parents I work with find themselves repeating the
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