You’ve heard the slogan before… “Milk, it does a body good!” The healthy nutrients in milk are abundant– protein, calcium, vitamins A, D, B12, riboflavin, and the mineral potassium. Vitamin D is especially important in milk as it is harder to find in other foods, helps us absorb calcium, and most people (especially children) are …
Across the country, schools are starting back to in-person learning and may require students to eat in their classrooms. There are a few things we need to consider when packing lunches for kids. We want it to be easy for the kids, teachers, and for you! Also, we do not want to make a mess …
School supplies are taking over the local shopping stores, back to school sales are in full swing and meet the teacher nights are ensuing. The lazy days of summer are almost over and morning alarms are being set. Back to school is right around the corner and the busy days of school are almost upon …
In today’s lifestyle, it’s no surprise that you often find yourself in a rush to work, drop off the kids in school, pick them up from practice, run errands to the grocery store, and much more. This rush can often make you forget about eating at all, eating healthy, or just resorting to non-healthy fast …
A hot topic of conversation in the pediatric nutrition world, constipation in kids continues to be a worry for parents. While most would think, “Poop should just happen naturally!” in some kiddos, this is not the case. Constipation, a delay or difficulty in stooling that often causes straining and pain, is actually a common issue …
Why is activity important for those on the autism spectrum? Individuals with autism have a higher incidence of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease. While the reasons for these conditions are complex, contributing factors include medications, sedentary lifestyle, and dietary challenges. Individuals on the spectrum also often have co-existing mental health conditions, sleep …
It can be a challenge to feed your family no matter the age of the kids! Toddlers are preferential and finicky by nature. Teenagers are seeking out fast food and saying “Not THAT again!” Usually, when given a choice, everyone wants something different. It is human nature to be very “independent” and want a choice …
And when we say “quick” breakfast, we mean quick! If you’re like many of our clients, you’re constantly on-the-go and really don’t have time to put breakfast together. Many times you may end up skipping a meal or purchasing a drive-thru breakfast sandwich. You may then struggle with the 4:00 crash or the nighttime hunger. …
Back to school. For most, this is an exciting time. Finally, kids are out of your hands! At this time, with COVID, kids may be going back to school in person, but some may be going back virtually. This may be anxiety-filled, and the last thing on your mind might be meal and snack ideas. …
Are we expecting too much with toddlers during mealtime? Do we know what the recommended toddler portion sizes are? Meal Time Picture this…. You’ve planned your weekly meals with your young kiddos in mind. You include all the food groups, it’s healthy, it’s perfect for your toddler, and the recipes say “toddler-friendly”. You follow that …
Many parents are familiar with picky eating. As a parent of a child with autism, you may be familiar with it on a whole new level. You are not alone. It is not uncommon for children with autism to also have extremely restrictive eating, preferring specific colors, textures or even brands of a specific item. …
Body image is how we feel about our own bodies. Children and tends can develop a positive or negative image of their own bodies regardless of their weight. Parents and other role models are responsible for promoting a positive self image. Young people with positive self-image are more confident and comfortable in their own skin, …
