Healthy Eating

February – Not Just About Candy Hearts; it’s also American Heart Month!

The month of February has many fun and exciting events and the least number of days. February is Black History Month and contains the big game and Valentine’s Day. February is a time to cherish your loved ones and spend time watching the big game surrounded by

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Sustainability: One Family at a Time

Registered Dietitian/Nutritionists (RDN’s) partner with you to apply food and science knowledge to achieve health goals.  Using food to improve health means RDNs care about the environment and food supply.   “Let’s take care of our planet!”  It’s taught to our children at a young age, and

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Inspired Lunch Boxes for the New School Year!

It’s that time of year again, summer is over, and school has started. You may be asking yourself and wondering what am I going to pack in my child’s lunch this year? The classic peanut butter and jelly sandwich is always a great choice, but your child

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August September Bi-Monthly Newsletter 2023!

Check out our August September Bi-Monthly Newsletter to read about our featured nutrition topic: Kids Eat Right Month! We also want to thank you for being a part of our community! Click the link below to read our newsletter! Read our August September Bi-Monthly  Newsletter!

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Ask the Dietitian: What to Say: How to Discuss Diet and Weight Issues with a Child or Teen

I am frequently asked how to discuss diet and weight issues with a child or teen. My go-to answer is “Don’t”. However, I recognize that this does not fully address the concerns of parents, family members, and other health professionals. Recently, an article was shared with me

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Summer Newsletter 2023!

Check out our Summer Newsletter to read about our featured nutrition topics! We also want to thank you for being a part of our community! Click the link below to read our newsletter! Read our Summer Newsletter!

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Baby Led Weaning or Purees: Which is Best for my Child? Ask the Dietitian!

Baby Led Weaning or Purees: Which is Best for My Child? This is an area that is of hot debate in the parenting community to do baby led weaning or purees. Luckily the answer is EITHER or BOTH! Both styles of feeding can support healthy growth and

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Overweight

Overweight

Can we talk about a sensitive subject? I’d like to share my perspective and experience from where I have landed after 24 years as a pediatric dietitian. Overweight. I see children and families for being overweight, underweight, and everything in between. Families often reach out for nutrition

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