As a paediatric dietitian, I see children from premature babies to teenagers with various nutritional issues. One of the most common referrals I get is fussy eating, particularly in children who are under the age of five. However, I also work with school-aged children who continue to have difficulties with eating. Now that I have two sons … Continue reading Fussy eating – how to manage and practical tips that work!
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Weight management – Part 3: the underweight older children / slow growth in older children
I have covered poor growth for underweight young children in my first two blog post. This post is aimed at families who has older children, around five years old and above who are struggling to gain enough weight. It is not common for a child who has previously been growing well to become underweight when they are … Continue reading Weight management – Part 3: the underweight older children / slow growth in older children
Weight management – Part 2: the underweight toddlers & preschoolers / slow growth in toddlers & preschoolers
In my previous blog post, I covered some of the reasons why a child might be underweight, with a particular focus on slowed growth in infants. Today I will discuss slow growth in toddlers and preschoolers / underweight toddlers and preschoolers. It is not uncommon for parents to share stories about how well their babies accepted … Continue reading Weight management – Part 2: the underweight toddlers & preschoolers / slow growth in toddlers & preschoolers
Weight Management – Overweight and Obesity in Children
As a parent, I understand firsthand that we do whatever it takes to keep our children healthy and well. Managing a child’s weight can be particularly challenging, as many families feel ashamed or hesitant to seek help from any health professionals, including a paediatric dietitian when their child is overweight. However, there is absolutely no … Continue reading Weight Management – Overweight and Obesity in Children
Is the Low FODMAP Diet Safe for Children?
What Is the Low FODMAP Diet? The low FODMAP diet is typically recommended for individuals who have been medically diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). IBS is a diagnosis of exclusion, meaning extensive medical assessments are required to rule out other potential causes of gut-related symptoms. The low FODMAP diet can be quite restrictive, especially … Continue reading Is the Low FODMAP Diet Safe for Children?
Food groups – Part 5: Dairy
This is the final part of my five-part series on the core food groups. As previously discussed, a balanced diet includes foods from all five groups: grains and breads, fruits, vegetables and legumes/beans, dairy products, and meat or meat alternatives. In today’s post, I will focus on dairy. The Australian dietary guidelines, Eat for Health, refer … Continue reading Food groups – Part 5: Dairy
Food groups – Part 4: Meat and Meat Alternatives
This will be the second last part of my five-part series on the core food groups. As mentioned previously, a balanced diet includes food from all five groups: grains and breads, fruits, vegetables and legumes/beans, dairy products, and meat or meat alternatives. In today’s post, I will focus on meat and meat alternatives. Did You Know? Meat and … Continue reading Food groups – Part 4: Meat and Meat Alternatives
Food groups – Part 2: Fruit
As mentioned in my previous post, we know that there are five main food groups essential for a balanced diet, and they are: grains and breads, fruits, vegetables and legumes / beans, dairy products, and meat or meat alternatives. For today, I will be focusing specifically on fruits. My favourite fruit – the “King of Fruits”, durian! … Continue reading Food groups – Part 2: Fruit
Food groups – Part 1: Grains and Bread
There are five main food groups essential for a healthy body: grains and breads, fruits, vegetables and legumes / beans, dairy products, and meat or meat alternatives. Today, I’ll be focusing specifically on grains and breads. Why Are Grains and Breads Important? Grains and breads are a crucial food group because they provide carbohydrates, which serve as … Continue reading Food groups – Part 1: Grains and Bread
Is Breakfast Important?
A simple and short answer is YES! Breakfast is an essential meal to start the day, so make sure you offer your child a nutritious and balanced breakfast before they begin their daily activities. I personally love a nice hearty breakfast outside where someone else prepares food for me whilst I sip on my hot drink … Continue reading Is Breakfast Important?