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Baby-Led Weaning | Food Allergies | Nutrition for Moms | Pediatric Nutrition | Picky Eating | Teen and Tween Nutrition

Is Organic Food for Baby Necessary?
Pediatric Nutrition, Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 9/28/23 Pediatric Nutrition, Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 9/28/23

Is Organic Food for Baby Necessary?

Should you be buying only organic food for baby? Here’s what the science says about whether choosing organic vs. non-organic impacts infant and human health.

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Why Can't Babies Have Honey?
Starting Solids, Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 9/23/23 Starting Solids, Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 9/23/23

Why Can't Babies Have Honey?

Wondering why babies can’t have honey? Here’s info about the rare but serious risk of infant botulism and when it is safe to introduce honey to infants.

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How To Introduce Peanut Butter to Baby
Starting Solids, Food Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 8/31/23 Starting Solids, Food Allergies, Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 8/31/23

How To Introduce Peanut Butter to Baby

Wondering if you should give your baby peanut butter? Read more for information on food allergy prevention and how/when to offer peanut butter safely.

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Is Baby Rice Cereal Good for Babies?
Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 8/21/23 Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 8/21/23

Is Baby Rice Cereal Good for Babies?

Not sure if you should offer your baby rice cereal? There are better alternatives! Get the scoop from a pediatric dietitian and infant feeding expert.

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How to Teach a Baby to Drink Through a Straw
Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 6/29/23 Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 6/29/23

How to Teach a Baby to Drink Through a Straw

Time to transition your baby to a straw cup? Read more for tips and tricks to help your little one learn to drink successfully from a straw.

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How Much Protein Does a Toddler Need?
Picky Eating, Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 6/29/23 Picky Eating, Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 6/29/23

How Much Protein Does a Toddler Need?

Read more from a pediatric dietitian about how much protein toddlers need, kid-friendly protein foods, and tips for incorporating protein into your child’s diet.

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Probiotic Foods for Infants: Good Bacteria for Tiny Tummies 
Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 6/22/23 Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 6/22/23

Probiotic Foods for Infants: Good Bacteria for Tiny Tummies 

Read more from a pediatric dietitian about the benefits of probiotics, the best probiotic-rich foods for babies, and whether a probiotic supplement is needed.

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Can Babies Have Mushrooms?
Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 6/14/23 Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 6/14/23

Can Babies Have Mushrooms?

Is it ok for babies to eat mushrooms? Read on about the best mushrooms to offer during BLW, how to cook mushrooms for babies, and the risks of eating them raw.

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Feeding a Baby with Down Syndrome
Pediatric Nutrition, Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 6/5/23 Pediatric Nutrition, Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 6/5/23

Feeding a Baby with Down Syndrome

If you have questions about bottle or breastfeeding, starting solids, or feeding a baby with Down syndrome, here’s expert guidance from a pediatric dietitian.

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Feeding a Baby with a Cleft Palate or Lip
Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning, Starting Solids Malina Malkani 5/20/23 Pediatric Nutrition, Baby-Led Weaning, Starting Solids Malina Malkani 5/20/23

Feeding a Baby with a Cleft Palate or Lip

Feeding a baby with a cleft palate or lip can seem challenging; learn the top recommendations and tips for an easier feeding experience here.

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Transitioning from Purees to Baby Finger Foods
Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 5/15/23 Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning, Pediatric Nutrition Malina Malkani 5/15/23

Transitioning from Purees to Baby Finger Foods

Learn more about evidence-based approaches to starting solid foods as well as tips and recipes to make the transition smooth.

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How to Wean Night Feedings
Pediatric Nutrition, Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 4/24/23 Pediatric Nutrition, Starting Solids, Baby-Led Weaning Malina Malkani 4/24/23

How to Wean Night Feedings

Ready for your baby to drop those nighttime feeds? Learn more about infant sleep needs and how to start weaning from night feedings.

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