If you’re worried about your child’s weight or changing body shape as it relates to their eating habits and/or activity level, you’re not alone. Parents, more than ever, are concerned and seeking guidance. My concern as a pediatric dietitian though, is that parents are turning to restrictive weight loss diets to control their child’s weight….
Can a Baby or Toddler Overeat?
Babies or toddlers can overeat, but it is preventable! As parents, it is our job to nurture our children’s natural instinct to eat intuitively. Here are helpful tips to ensure that you’re not over-feeding your baby or toddler and instead raising a mindful eater for life. Want to read this post in a visual way?…
The Number One Food Trend You Need to Follow in 2020
Of all the food trends and fads you need to ditch, toss this one away. Hint: It’s time to ditch the “kids menu”! Don’t get me wrong—there are many food and eating trends that dietitians like me cringe at, especially when they involve quick-fix diets, deprivation, or avoiding entire food groups. And then there are…
The 5-Halloween Rules This Dietitian-Mom Enforces
The 5 shocking rules that this dietitian swears by for a happy halloween! Don’t buy Halloween candy too early! And in fact, buy the candy that you don’t mind giving away. I’m not saying buy the impossible-to-unwrap-Halloween-caramels because who likes those? I would recommend buying the candy that is not your personal favourite. I’m a…
What To Do When Your Child Is Treat-Obsessed
When your child reaches a certain age, around two or three years old, treat foods seem to become a bigger deal. The odd dessert that your toddler would either take or leave, suddenly becomes GOLD in your child’s eyes. Here’s what to do when your child is treat-obsessed. It is normal for kids to want…
Tips to Create a Healthy Eating Environment For Baby
It is SO important to create a healthy atmosphere for mealtimes, to help your baby develop a healthy relationship with food from day one. First Things First: It is best to feed your baby in a relaxed, distraction-free environment so that he or she can focus on his or her food. Have your baby sit…