Want an easy and fun meal or snack idea that both parents and kids alike are guaranteed to love? Try making these nutritious snack boards! This post was written in partnership with my friends at Made with Local! All opinions…
Nutritious Snack Boards for Kids
Top Protein-Rich Recipes That even Your picky Eater Will Love
Learn why protein-rich foods are important for your child, how much they need and what to do if your child is a picky eater and struggling to get enough protein (plus: protein-rich meal and snack ideas to try!). This post…
No Bake Coconut Almond Energy Bites
This incredibly easy coconut almond energy bites recipe is packed full of nutrition and kid-approved! You’ll see that it will become a go-to snack in your house. Over the last few years, energy and protein bites have become a staple…
Turkey Mushroom Burger Recipe
This delicious turkey mushroom burger recipe is moist, nutritious and easy to make! Perfect for a summer barbeque with friends or family! We are a big fan of burgers over here. It’s so nice to have an easy supper that…
Mixed Berry Greek Frozen Yogurt
You really don’t need an excuse to create a delicious frozen Greek yogurt recipe! Who doesn’t love a frozen treat?! Not to mention…what mom doesn’t love when it’s both kid-approved AND nutritious?! This registered dietitian sure does. Summer is finally…
Protein for kids: How much do kids need and what are the best sources?
Protein is important for proper growth and development. Learn why protein is so important for kids, which foods to focus on and how to ensure your child is getting enough! This post is in partnership with my friends at Get…
Healthy Popsicle Recipes for Kids
Looking for refreshing and healthy popsicle recipes for kids? You are in the right place! As a pediatric dietitian of three kids, I really wanted to break the popsicle mold so-to-speak, and create popsicle recipes that were so healthy you…
Thick and Creamy Triple Berry Smoothie
This delicious and nutritious, creamy, meal-worthy smoothie is perfect for hot summer days with your kiddos! You’re going to love this triple berry smoothie. We are ALL about smoothies in this household – whether it’s for breakfast (paired with toast…
Tropical Lime Popsicles (Vegan)
These zesty and sweet homemade vegan tropical lime popsicles will be devoured by your kiddos and make you feel like a super hero (because they’re both healthy AND kid-approved!). I don’t know about you, but that cold taste of a…
Healthy Raspberry Creamsicles
These healthy raspberry creamsicles will quickly become a go-to summer fave for both kids and parents! I’d make a double batch if I were you! Homemade popsicles are our favourite during the Spring and Summer months. They’re refreshing, hydrating and…
A Dietitian’s Ultimate Guide to Picky Eating
Even as a pediatric dietitian, I’ve had a true taste of what it’s like to have a persistent picky eater, and how my clients and followers must feel when they come to me, desperate for advice on how they can…
Healthy Carrot Cake Pancakes (Vegan and Gluten-Free)
These Dietitian-approved carrot cake pancakes are not only delicious (and kid-approved) but also super nutritious, filling and perfect for toastable leftovers! There isn’t a weekend morning that goes by in our household that doesn’t include pancakes, waffles or French toast….
Milk for Babies and Toddlers: A Dietitian’s Helpful Guide
Milk is a hot topic with parents and caregivers especially when a baby is transitioning away from breastmilk or formula. In this short guide I share helpful, well-researched information so that you can decide what’s best for babies and toddlers,…
The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy Nutrition in 2021
Your pregnancy test is positive, and emotions are plenty! First of all, congratulations. I remember all of these feelings very well. Along with all the excitement comes a lot of questions, especially when it comes to nutrition. I’m here to…
Soft and Fluffy Apple Cinnamon Cookies
These apple cinnamon cookies is not only super nutritious and delicious, but it’s also toddler-friendly and baby-led-weaning-friendly, so that your wee ones can enjoy them too! Trust me—it will soon become a go-to family favourite in your house! This delicious…
Food Aversions and Food Cravings During Pregnancy: What You Need to Know
Many women experience food cravings and/or aversions during pregnancy and wonder what causes them or whether or not they serve a purpose. The answers vary depending on health professional or source, and we still need more research to know exactly…
One-Pan Peanut Sesame Chicken
You know those recipes…the ones that you never get sick of because they’re SO good. Well my one-pan peanut sesame chicken is one of those recipes. Every time I make it (which is often), my kids scream for joy, because…
The best foods (and nutrients) for a Healthy Pregnancy
Wondering which foods to focus on when you’re pregnant, or which nutrients you should be getting more of? Here’s a breakdown with everything you need to know! If you’re expecting, especially for the first time, you’re likely wondering which foods…
Healthy Banana Gingerbread Loaf Recipe
This delicious and surprisingly nutritious Banana Gingerbread Loaf will be a new holiday favourite in your house (and your kids will devour it too!). It’s soft, moist and has the perfect combo of sweet and spicy. The perfect combination of…
How to Manage Picky Eating During the Holidays (and a Pandemic)
Holiday mealtimes can challenge picky eating tendencies for kids (and you!), especially when things aren’t feeling normal to begin with! So what can you do? How can you bring the joy and make holiday feeding and mealtimes positive? Here’s how…
Weeknight Frittata with Ham, Veggies and Pasta
I’m always looking for easy, quick dinnertime options that my kids will love, that I can whip up in minutes and that call for simple ingredients that I always have laying around. Even better is a versatile recipe (like these…
Make-ahead Turkey Dinner Casserole (An alternative to Traditional Turkey Dinner)
Don’t feel like cooking for hours and hours on Christmas Day? Me neither! Skip the hassle, and try this delicious, make-ahead turkey dinner casserole. The best alternative to a traditional Christmas dinner! I’m going to let you in on a…
Are There Immune Boosting Foods for Kids?
What can parents do to keep their kids’ immune systems healthy? There are no magic immune boosting foods. Instead, focus on these 5 easy eating strategies. Feeding kids is a tough gig. I know this not only because I’m a…
Top 10 Immune-Supporting Foods FoR Kids
You can’t boost your immune system but you can support it! Here’s my guide of 10 immune-supporting foods to help you and your family through cold and flu season. This post is written in partnership with my friends at Made…
Top 5 Easy Ways to Decrease Food Waste at Home
A Dietitian Mom’s guide to making small, easy changes at home to decrease global food waste (and teach our kids to do the same!) As a busy parent, I’m all about convenience, simplicity and ease when it comes to feeding…
Multivitamins (and other supplements) for Kids: Do they need them ?
Do kids need multivitamins or supplements? Here’s what you need to know about nutritional supplements, such as multivitamins, for kids. Multivitamins for kids was written in partnership with Webber Naturals. As always, all opinions are my own! One of the…
Why Vitamin D is So Important for Your Kids—Even During the Summertime!
Why should kids take vitamin D even in the summertime? How much vitamin D should they take? Get all the answers in this dietitian approved guide. This post was written in partnership with Webber Naturals. As always, all opinions are…
Why This Dietitian Recommends serving dessert WITH dinner
Here are 5 reasons why you should consider serving dessert with dinner (and how to go about doing it!) Do you ever notice that your kids race through their meal (or find excuses not to eat it) only to get…
Healthy DIY Mocha Frappuccino Smoothie
This refreshing and nutritious DIY mocha frappuccino smoothie will make you feel like you’re drinking the Starbucks version, only better and healthier! This delicious coffee smoothie is the perfect way to start your morning or fuel you after your morning…
My child is sneaking and hiding food. What should I do?
What to do when you catch your child sneaking or hiding food (and why this is happening in the first place).
Flourless Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookies
This easy, kid-friendly, snack-worthy cookie will soon become a staple in your house! *This recipe was developed in partnership with my friends at Made with Local. What’s better than a delicious chocolate chip cookie that is so nutritious that it…
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