I had a fun segment on KTLA last week. If you missed it you can view the full segment online to hear our discussion on the Truth About Holiday Myths. We didn’t make it through all of the holiday myths,
Why all the fuss about school lunches? Typically, kids get about 30 to 50% of their calories while at school, so that means they’re getting a good portion of their nutrition outside the house. Too many children aren’t getting enough
Between six and nine months is a good time to introduce a sippy cup or straw cup. Start with water and then advance to breast milk or formula. If your baby drinks out of the cup starting at this age
All parents have a story about when their child was a “picky eater”. Usually around the age of one a child’s appetite will naturally decrease as their growth rate slows. Toddler and young children can use meal time to force
Dr. Tanya answers the most common questions asked regarding breastfeeding babies. Visit each question below for the extended answer on Sharecare. What are the benefits of breastfeeding? Breast milk is the perfect blend of nutrition for the optimal growth and
As parents often times weight loss is a large focus when developing eating habits. When dieting it’s extremely important to remain positive with food messages around your children. Too often food comes to represent the enemy to dieters. Young children
Having a family dinner is one of the most important household routines. This is especially true when children head back to school and the days get busier and literally shorter. Benefits of a regular family meal are well documented—school success,
Good nutrition is an important part of your child’s healthy lifestyle. During the preschool years, your child should be eating the same foods as the rest of the family, with an emphasis on those with nutritional value. This includes fresh
As a preschooler, your child should have a healthy attitude toward eating. Ideally, by this age she no longer uses eating—or not eating—to demonstrate defiance, nor does she confuse food with love or affection. Generally (although almost certainly not always),