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There is often confusion and conflicting advice when it comes to feeding children. That's why I am passionate about sharing nutrition articles based on up-to-date scientific evidence and research that sifts through all the nutrition and marketing hype.
On my blog page, you will find information on how to feed fussy eaters, transition to solids, build gut health and discover plenty of shopping tips to make informed decisions at the store. As a paediatric nutritionist and mum of two, I've seen first-hand and experienced how small changes in diet, mindset and lifestyle can make a HUGE difference. So come on this journey with me, and together we can start to shape the future health of our children.
Avoiding Fussy Eating Starts in Pregnancy!
We all want healthy children who eat a variety of foods, including broccoli and Brussels sprouts. But raising non-fussy kids can be challenging for most parents. However, there are three early opportunities to influence whether your baby will enjoy a balanced and varied diet.
My Top 6 Preservatives to Avoid!
Preservatives are food additives that have been around since humans began preparing food. Perhaps the best-known preservative is salt. They are certainly useful for keeping food safe by preventing mould from forming. However, some modern-day chemical preservatives can have unintended side effects on our health.
How to Nourish your Baby’s Gut Bacteria
From the very first taste of solid foods, we are influencing our baby’s gut health (microbiota). The foods we introduce play a significant role in shaping their overall growth and development. Explore the science behind building positive gut health and 5 ways to ensure your baby thrives.
Starting Solids
Introducing your little one to solid food can be a time of excitement and new adventure but also one of frustration, stress and confusion for many parents.
Top 10 Causes of Fussy Eating.
Are you struggling to identify what is behind your child’s food refusal? Paediatric nutritionist, Mandy Sacher, shares her top ten reasons why children may display fussy eating behaviours.
Are You Teaching Your Child to Fear Food?
Are you teaching your child to fear food? A paediatric nutritionist explains how we can negatively influence our children without realising it.
How to Stay Hydrated in Pregnancy
Water is the ultimate source of nourishment for almost every area of your physical health, especially during pregnancy. Water helps with energy, digestion, maintaining body temperature and blood pressure, and plenty more.