Nutrition and Feeding
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Feeding A Fussy Eater
Toddlers are notoriously fussy eaters. In fact, most children go through a phase of refusing to eat one food or another. Though it may be a headache for you, refusing foods is actually an important p... Read Entire Article
Apple or Chocolate?
“No, not that. I want fudge round.” I hear this every day at around 3:00 – snack time for my two-year-old. These words will escape his lips each and every day, whether I am offering him his beloved ap... Read Entire Article
Guide to Toddler Feeding
Toddler feeding can be very confusing, however it doesn’t have to be that way. When a baby reaches the age of 2 then they should start having whole cow’s milk as their milk drink. They should also be ... Read Entire Article
Milk and Calcium Requirements for Toddlers
Calcium is a nutrient important in building strong teeth and bones in toddlers. The recommended amount of calcium for toddlers (children ages 1-3) is 500 milligrams per day. Many toddlers get their ca... Read Entire Article
Mealtime Fun
These three words can evoke feelings of dread in many parents. The toddler years are a time for many things, and when it comes to eating, there are several things that seem to get in the way. One thin... Read Entire Article
Guide to Toddler Nutrition
If you have young children then you have no doubt wondered about toddler nutrition. It can be a very confusing subject, which very few people manage to get their heads around! When your toddler starts... Read Entire Article
Please Eat the Peas...Tackling Toddler Nutrition
The call came one day. It was from my child’s caregiver. “You know, I was going to write you a note from Ella today. She doesn’t like peas”. Well, I have been trying. I put them in pasta. I put them i... Read Entire Article
Tips for Feeding Picky Toddlers
It is normal to be concerned about your toddler’s eating habits when they eat too little, demand the same foods over and over, or reject healthy foods. Many parents become desperate and resort to begg... Read Entire Article
