It seems like kids have sweets thrown at them from everywhere these days. Get a haircut? Have a lollypop! Valentine’s Day, St Patrick’s Day, a birthday at school….come home with a loot bag full of candy! So how do you manage treats and desserts for your...
Are you starting your baby on solids? The biggest worry I hear from parents and health professionals when offering babies their first finger foods using a baby-led weaning, is fear of choking. I get it! Choking is scary and can be deadly. In this post, we will...
Are you worried that your child isn't getting enough vitamins and minerals to grow their best? Or are they sick all the time and you want to strengthen their immune system? Then you're probably wondering if a supplement could help. In this blog, I'll share some...
If you have a picky eater at home, you might be struggling to get your kids to try new foods. You've probably become a short order cook. And you may feel like you have to bribe, pressure or reward your child to try even take one...
I am happy to bring you this sponsored post today about bison as baby's first food, thanks to my friends at Noble Premium Bison. All thoughts are my own. For years I have encouraged bison as a baby's first food when starting solids. When my own daughter...
Baby-led weaning is a popular method of introducing solid food to your baby. A common question I get is "What are the best starter foods for baby-led weaning?" I'll answer that for you below by sharing my top 12 baby-led weaning first foods, including a sample Baby-led Weaning...
You likely know of the importance of pregnancy folic acid supplements. Folic acid is a B vitamin required for normal cell growth and development. It helps prevent neural tube defects (NTD) very early in pregnancy, such as spina bifida. It may also prevent oral cleft and...
One of the most common complaints I hear from parents of toddlers or preschoolers is that they won't eat meat. And they're worried their kid isn't getting enough protein and nutrients without meat. In this post, we'll review common nutrients found in meat, alternative sources,...
As a mother and dietitian, I often deal with chronic constipation in children and infants. Two out of three of my own babies suffered for months after starting solids. It’s difficult to watch your little one in pain while trying to pass stool because they...
The newest Nutrition for Healthy Term Infants encourages "Responsive Feeding." This is based on baby's hunger and fullness cues. Even if you decide to start your baby on solids using purees, you need to watch for their signs of hunger and fullness. And respect these. No "here comes...
