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Are Cheerios, Pretzels & Goldfish Healthy Snacks?
Why is feeding our kids so hard?! Like, it’s endless. And we have to do it every day. Multiple times a day. 😅 For most families, that looks like 3 meals and 2 snacks each day. But sometimes you need 3 snacks a day depending on your schedule. And if
Get to Know the Mama Knows Registered Dietitians
Have you ever been curious about what a one-on-one nutrition session with a pediatric registered dietitian is like? Wondering what the MKN dietitian team is like? Or maybe you didn’t even know this is something that we offer. We have one of the most qualified, experienced, compassionate, and understanding teams
Picky toddler only wants to eat ONE food at a meal
What to do if your toddler only wants to eat one food (and more and more of it) but nothing else at a meal? Since I work with toddlers and picky eaters, I commonly hear about kids who only eat certain foods, they only like plain food, or they zero
Kacie’s Favorite Things 2023: Mama Knows Nutrition Links, Discount Codes & Product Picks
This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. The Mama Knows favorite things list is all about putting the best snacks, supplements, kitchen supplies, online programs, clothing, and accessories in your cart at a discount! Because A) you
How To Stop Your Toddler From Grazing
Does any of this sound familiar to you? Your child refuses to eat at mealtime…but asks for a snack right after. They’re asking for crackers, chips, cookies, or granola bars all day, every day. They very clearly prefer snacks over the meals you cook. And aren’t afraid to tell you!
Is oat milk healthy?
A few years ago, if you went to Starbucks and tried to order a coconut milk latte, the barista would’ve looked at you like you grew a second head. Some places had soy, and if you were lucky, you might have found one brand of rice or hemp milk kicking
Are Cheerios, Pretzels & Goldfish Healthy Snacks?
Why is feeding our kids so hard?! Like, it’s endless. And we have to do it every day. Multiple times a day. 😅 For most families, that looks like 3 meals and 2 snacks each day. But sometimes you need 3 snacks a day depending on your schedule. And if
Get to Know the Mama Knows Registered Dietitians
Have you ever been curious about what a one-on-one nutrition session with a pediatric registered dietitian is like? Wondering what the MKN dietitian team is like? Or maybe you didn’t even know this is something that we offer. We have one of the most qualified, experienced, compassionate, and understanding teams
Picky toddler only wants to eat ONE food at a meal
What to do if your toddler only wants to eat one food (and more and more of it) but nothing else at a meal? Since I work with toddlers and picky eaters, I commonly hear about kids who only eat certain foods, they only like plain food, or they zero
Kacie’s Favorite Things 2023: Mama Knows Nutrition Links, Discount Codes & Product Picks
This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. The Mama Knows favorite things list is all about putting the best snacks, supplements, kitchen supplies, online programs, clothing, and accessories in your cart at a discount! Because A) you
How To Stop Your Toddler From Grazing
Does any of this sound familiar to you? Your child refuses to eat at mealtime…but asks for a snack right after. They’re asking for crackers, chips, cookies, or granola bars all day, every day. They very clearly prefer snacks over the meals you cook. And aren’t afraid to tell you!
Is oat milk healthy?
A few years ago, if you went to Starbucks and tried to order a coconut milk latte, the barista would’ve looked at you like you grew a second head. Some places had soy, and if you were lucky, you might have found one brand of rice or hemp milk kicking
Hi! I’m Kacie Barnes, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, mom of 2, and founder of Mama Knows Nutrition. Here you’ll find everything you need to know to make feeding your little ones stress-free!
I specialize in nutrition for early childhood and have worked with hundreds of families to improve picky eating, get their kids eating better, and solve mealtime problems.
I have a Master of Clinical Nutrition from UT Southwestern in Dallas, TX and an undergrad degree from New York University. I also hold a second Master’s Degree in Public Administration from the Maxwell School at Syracuse University.
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