Starting Solid Foods
From the American Academy of Pediatrics; Rice, oatmeal, or barley? What infant cereal or other food will be on the menu for your baby’s first solid meal? Have you set a date? At this point, you may have a plan … Read more
Preschoolers’ Diets Shouldn’t Be Fat-Free: Here’s Why
From the American Academy of Pediatrics; Parents of preschoolers should not aim for low-fat meals. In fact, research has shown that low-fat diets may actually promote unhealthy weight gain—especially if dietary fats are replaced with added sugars. In an effort … Read more
Nutrition and Exercise During Pregnancy
From the American Academy of Pediatrics; During pregnancy it is important that you get the appropriate nutrients and energy needed to keep you and your baby healthy. Physical activity is also just as important when you’re pregnant as at any … Read more
Healthy Popsicle Recipes
Here are some easy and healthy popsicle recipes for a refreshing treat on a hot summer day! Healthy Strawberry Cheesecake Popsicles: Ingredients: 2 cups fresh strawberries, Stems emoved 1 1/2 cups plain or vanilla yogurt 2 tbsp. of honey (Optional; … Read more
Revised Solid Food Recommendations
Recently the recommendations for what & when we serve infants as they are starting solid foods have changed drastically. The major change involves the importance of earlier introduction of potentially allergenic foods in order to REDUCE the risk of food … Read more
