Wow, where has the time gone? One minute you’re deciphering your newborn’s hunger cries and the next, you’re negotiating vegetable intake with a stubborn teenager. As a pediatric nutritionist and mom of three, I’ve been on this wild ride of feeding kids from birth to adolescence. Let me tell you, it’s been quite the journey….
Holy guacamole. Did you know that only 2% of kids in America are eating a healthy diet? I nearly choked on my kale chip when I first heard this stat. As a mom and nutrition lover, I realized we’ve got some serious work to do. But fear not. Teaching kids about healthy eating doesn’t have…
Hold onto your hats, parents. Did you know that kids get about 27% of their daily calories from snacks? That’s right – over a quarter of their nutrition comes from between-meal nibbles. As a mom of three and a certified nutrition lover, this fact blew my mind and got me thinking: are we making the…
Holy cow, did you know that the average American child consumes about 19 teaspoons of added sugar every day? That’s more than three times the recommended amount. As a parent and nutrition lover, I nearly fell off my chair when I first learned this. It got me thinking – what’s all this sugar really doing…
Did you know that over 60 million kids in the U.S. participate in organized sports each year? That’s a lot of growing bodies needing proper fuel. As a sports nutritionist and mom of three young athletes, I’ve seen firsthand how the right nutrition can make or break performance and support healthy development. In this guide,…
Did you know that the number of families adopting plant-based diets has increased by 300% in the last decade? It’s true. As a nutritionist and a mom, I’ve seen this trend firsthand, and let me tell you, it’s been quite the journey. When I first decided to transition my family to a plant-based diet, I…
Did you know that over 2 billion people worldwide suffer from micronutrient deficiencies, with children being particularly vulnerable? As a pediatric nutritionist and a mom, this statistic keeps me up at night. Micronutrients might be needed in small amounts, but they play a massive role in our children’s growth, cognitive development, and overall health. The…
Did you know that the average child’s gut contains trillions of microorganisms? It’s mind-boggling, isn’t it? As a pediatric nutritionist and a mom, I’ve seen firsthand how this tiny universe inside our kids can have a massive impact on their overall health. In this guide, we’ll explore the fascinating connection between gut health in Pediatric…
Picture this: It’s 6 PM, you’ve just got home from work, the kids are hungry and cranky, and you’re staring into the fridge wondering, “What on earth am I going to make for dinner?” Sound familiar? In this guide, I’ll share 10 tried-and-true strategies for Meal Planning for Kids that have saved my sanity and…
Allergies and Intolerances in Children Wow, did you know that food allergies affect about 8% of children in the United States? That’s roughly two kids in every classroom. As a mom of a child with multiple food allergies, I’ve been on quite a journey navigating this complex world. Trust me, I’ve had my fair share…