Is it possible to overfeed my toddler? Your questions, answered

If you’re a parent, this scenario will likely sound familiar: One moment your toddler is declaring that they’ll only eat the “red” foods on their plate, and the next, they turn into a mini food critic, demanding five-star cuisine at every meal (whatever that means).  And somedays, they eat as if they have a black hole in their tummy, munching on anything and everything all day.  The world of toddler nutrition is pretty much like...

Raising healthy toddlers: The nutrients they need and how to ensure they get them

It’s no secret that we all strive to raise our children into strong, healthy individuals. It can be challenging keeping up with their needs, from keeping them fed and clothed to making sure they don’t swallow anything too dangerous. But let’s face it, in the hopes of becoming the best parent to them, we may lose sight of what our little ones really need, which might not be what they want. And unfortunately, one of...

If you’re wondering WTF Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (AFRID) is, read this post.

Let’s set the scene, shall we? Parent: “Just try it.” Child: *shakes head emphatically Parent: “You don’t even know what it tastes like – you could love it more than chocolate!’. Child: *rolls eyes in toddler or tween  Parent: “I’ll let you (insert bribe here) if you just LICK it.” If your mealtimes reflect some version of the above, let’s talk about the possibility of your child having ARFID before you delve head-first into the...

Human milk oligosaccharides 101: Everything you need to know about HMOs

As a new parent, it can often feel like you’re learning a whole new language, or like you’re cramming for the biggest test of your life. From colostrum to meconium, to mastitis and colic… Some of these terms can feel like they are straight up out of your Year 10 science textbook. Or simply gibberish.  That is at least how I felt when I first heard the term: Human Milk Oligosaccharides.  But like colostrum, meconium...

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Getting your little one’s top up of fish oil has never been easier

It’s a universal truth that, as parents, we’re never not going to worry about our kids. It’s just part of the job. Even if they’re a vegetable-eating, sport-loving, exceptionally gifted and well-rounded unicorn child… we’re always going to find something to worry about. Something to lie awake at night about. Something to furrow our brow over. Because growing up is a big deal. Our little one’s brains and bodies are going through a huge time...

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8 tips for setting up healthy eating habits

You will have plenty of questions as you dive into the wonderful world of food with your little one. Are you doing it correctly? Should they be eating more or less? What do I do if they refuse food...