Do your kids come home from school starving like mine do? The first step to preventing an afterschool snack attack is to ensure they’re staying fueled all day. Start off with a balanced breakfast that includes protein, a nutrient many
There are many single-ingredient foods that are nutritious for babies, but sometimes it’s challenging to put them together into meals that feel complete, especially if you’re trying to make a meal the whole family can enjoy! By starting with the
With recent research showing that some foods marketed as “first finger foods” for babies actually can be choking hazards, moms and dads might be confused about what to feed new eaters who are just learning to feed themselves. TODAY turned
Weelicious spoke with Dr. Tanya about her new book: I met Tanya last year, when Gemma was only weeks old at a mom blogger event and was immediately captivated. Not only is she the mother of three amazing boys, but
Dr. Tanya Altmann & Beth Saltz Stand in line at any coffee shop, and you’ll hear evidence of picky eating across all ages — from ordering “extra hot” to adding three sugars to half-decaf … or any number of combinations. Like
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
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
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),
By age two, your toddler should be eating three healthy meals a day, plus one or two snacks. He can eat the same food as the rest of the family. With his improved language and social skills, he’ll become an