My Breastfeeding Journey
My Breastfeeding Journey: Overcoming Challenges Nursing Two Babies for 27 Months As an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant and pediatric dietitian, I faced my own breastfeeding challenges — from low blood sugar and oversupply, to food intolerances and mastitis. Here’s how I overcame them and successfully breastfed both of my boys for 27 months. Finding […]
Top 10 Foods to Feed Sick Babies
When your baby is sick, feeding can feel overwhelming. They may have less appetite, a sore throat, or digestive upset, which makes it tricky to keep them nourished and hydrated. The good news is that with a few gentle, nutrient-rich foods, you can support their recovery while keeping them comfortable. Breast milk or formula should […]
First Trimester Essentials
Whew. It has been a whirlwind, guys. But, I am finally able to share some of my “must-have” essentials that I used during the first trimester per your request. If you want to hear more details about how the first trimester went the third time around, I talk about it a lot in my Instagram […]
Simple Balanced Mashed Meals
Need some simple but super nutritious + balanced meal ideas for your baby? I have you covered. Plus, these are “mashed” texture-balanced meals, so they can be used for those who are opting to start with purees or those doing a more baby-led weaning style. Just remember, pre-load the spoon and let the baby self-feed, […]
Seed Oils & Kids: What Parents Need to Know
Introduction Seed oils have become a hot topic in the world of nutrition, especially among concerned parents who want to make the best choices for their children. With all the increasing chatter on social media about seed oils from all different sources, it’s understandable to feel confused. As pediatric dietitians, we want to offer a […]
Fridge Staples For Baby
Fridge Staples Feeding practices established in infancy through childhood play a pivotal role in shaping life long health. As a pediatric dietitian, my goal is to make sure I am providing my children with the most nutrient dense meals and snacks possible. Here is a list of my go-to fridge staples that I always have […]
My Fertility Journey
I have strayed away from sharing my fertility journey because I have felt like that was a level of vulnerability I wasn’t quite ready to share with the world or my 900k followers – BUT, as I have shared tidbits here and there, I have experienced healing. Sharing my experience has allowed me to walk […]
Everything You Need To Know About Gums
Gums are additives used in plant-based milk products to stabilize, emulsify, and thicken. Essentially, we are taking plant-based ingredients and helping them become a product similar to the consistency of whole milk. Gum additives are used to make the consistency of food products smooth and palatable. All the gums used in these plant-based milks are […]
Foods to Avoid Giving Baby
So much thought is put into what to feed baby- how to start solids, the best foods for babies, the nutrients to include… but one question often gets overlooked. Have you ever asked, “Are there foods babies shouldn’t have?” While the list is not long, these foods are worth discussing to ensure your baby’s safety […]
Reading a Food Label for Babies and Toddlers
Reading Food Labels for Babies and Toddlers When introducing solids, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the number of packaged products marketed for babies and toddlers. Yogurt melts, teething biscuits, baby puffs, toddler cereals—the options are endless, and the packaging often appears trustworthy. Learning how to read nutrition facts or food labels is one of […]